Aaron Rodgers makes admission about how his game has changed
Aug 26, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) warms up before a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
Aaron Rodgers is not sugarcoating things about his game now that he is 40 years old.
The veteran quarterback joined “The Pat McAfee Show” on Tuesday for his weekly appearance. During his interview, Rodgers talked about his usual practice schedule. The four-time MVP said that while he loves to practice, he will likely continue with his schedule of being limited in practice on Wednesday and a full participant on Thursdays to help keep him fresh.
Rodgers also made an admission while talking with McAfee.
“I don’t run quite as well as I used to,” Rodgers admitted. “And some of those shots hurt a little bit more at 40 than they did at 25. But I’m going to strap up each week and get out there.”
Rodgers is coming off a torn Achilles tendon he suffered in the Jets’ opener last year. As good as he is as a passer, Rodgers has also always been a threat to scramble. This year, Rodgers is averaging 36.4 rushing yards per game. During his Packers career, Rodgers averaged 48 yards per game as a rusher.
Rodgers is spot on — he doesn’t run the ball quite as well as he used to, which also makes him less of a threat in the Jets’ offense.
New York is 2-4 following their loss to the Bills on Monday night. Despite their record, one analyst believes they will make the playoffs.
