In a challenging game on Sunday, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers made headlines for a less-than-stellar performance, losing to the Buffalo Bills 40-14. While he didn’t achieve his milestone of 500 career touchdown passes, Rodgers did become the most sacked quarterback in NFL history, surpassing Tom Brady with a total of 568 sacks.
Rodgers was sacked four times during the game, leaving him feeling the weight of a disappointing season filled with unmet expectations. “It just got away from us,” he remarked about the game and broader season, which began with aspirations of a Super Bowl run. The Jets’ offense struggled significantly, going 14 straight possessions without a touchdown and saw Rodgers finish with a career-low Total QBR of 1.2.
The game took a critical turn, as early opportunities slipped away due to unconverted third and fourth downs, leading to an interception that thwarted the Jets’ momentum. With the team trailing 40-0, Rodgers made the decision to step aside and allow backup Tyrod Taylor to finish out the game.
Jet players were left frustrated, with some expressing concerns about lack of effort among the team, even as Rodgers himself chose to focus on the game’s execution rather than assessing the team spirit. Defensive players pointed to the need for better performance across the board—emphasizing the importance of “complementary football.”
Despite the discouraging outcome, there is still hope for improvement as the Jets prepare for their final game against the Miami Dolphins—where Rodgers will have another opportunity to reach the 500-touchdown milestone. Teammates have expressed confidence in their ability to execute better, hinting that with talent on the roster, they can still turn things around.
In summary, while Sunday’s game against the Bills highlighted several issues for the Jets, including offensive struggles and a history-making amount of sacks for Rodgers, it also serves as a reminder that there is still potential for recovery and growth in the future.