The Jets’ struggles continue despite acquiring Davante Adams. Aaron Rodgers’ and his men fell short in Week 7 as they lost 15-37 to the Steelers, led by Russell Wilson’s comeback.
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The Steelers QB finished with 2 TDs and 264 yards, as he overcame his initial hindrance to tackle the Jets’ defense.
In contrast, Rodgers returned with 2 interceptions and 1 touchdown. Despite covering 276 yards, his 24-39 pass completions and missing throws with Garrett Wilson and Davante Adams did not impress his fans.
This was the Jets’ fifth loss, which meant the fans were running out of patience after a string of defeats. When Dov Klieman asked who is Rodgers’ next trade target, this was how the fans responded.
Who will Aaron Rodgers trade for next? pic.twitter.com/CMig7Y5Eaj
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) October 21, 2024
A fan said Rodgers is already a “Nobody he’s washed.”
nobody he’s washed
— (@TheManhatterKSU) October 21, 2024
Another fan urged A-Rod should retire. The veteran QB has well enough passed his prime years in the game and new guys need to come forward.
He’s gonna trade himself into retirement
— Cratical (@Cratical) October 21, 2024
Meanwhile, this fan named retired Jordy Nelson as the wide receiver for Rodgers. This was most likely to highlight the time when Nelson played alongside the QB and the two went on to win a Super Bowl.
he needs Jordy Nelson
— KennyLoaded (@KennyLoaded) October 21, 2024
A fan explained Rodgers should improve his decision-making.
He needs to get better at his decision making, yes their were some bad misses by the Wilson and that INT but Rodgers needs to play better
— Acke Sports Talk (@AckeSportsTalk) October 21, 2024
Another user took a sly dig at Rodgers and sarcastically named 5 trade targets.
////Breaking NEWS////…Aaron Rodgers just told Woody Johnson he now needs:
Adam Vinatieri
Aaron Donald
Orlando Pace
Will Shields
Ben Coates— LC (@3KlubLC) October 21, 2024
Coming back to the game, the Jets offense looked clueless in the third and fourth quarter, scoring 0 points. In comparison, the Steelers who were trailing 13-15 after the second quarter bounced back in style, scoring 10 and 14 points in the next two.
Meanwhile, Davante Adams had a decent debut with the Jets, completing 3 catches and 30 yards. The Jets WR didn’t record any catches in the second half, which explains their O-line issues.
While the call for the 40-year-old to retire is on the rise, realistically, the Jets do not have a strong backup. They will need to continue placing their trust in Rodgers as they even recently fired Coach Robert Saleh from the unit.
Meanwhile, Rodgers will need to use his experience and get the team back to winning ways as they face the struggling Patriots on Sunday.