Aaron Rodgers was brought in to be the messiah of the New York Jets. His sole objective was to end the team’s 13-year playoff drought.
However, Rodgers’ performances this season have all but made sure that fans will have to endure that drought for longer. His recent outing against the Indianapolis Colts has united fans and analysts to call out the quarterback’s offense.
Aaron Rodgers Unites Fans and Analysts Against Himself
In football, it’s a rare sight to see analysts and fans on the same side of the issue. However, the New York Jets, with their lack of offensive capabilities, have made sure of that.
The Jets are currently 3-7, and their plays against the Colts in Week 11 have drawn sharp criticism.
“There is 3:46 remaining in the first half and the Jets have ZERO first downs. This might be the worst offensive performance I have seen this SEASON,” stated ESPN reporter Stephen Holder on his X (previously Twitter) account.
There is 3:46 remaining in the first half and the Jets have ZERO first downs.
This might be the worst offensive performance I have seen this SEASON.
— Stephen Holder (@HolderStephen) November 17, 2024
He was not alone in reaching this conclusion, as Jets ESPN reporter Rich Cimini had the same thoughts.
“This might be the worst #Jets offense I’ve ever seen. And I witnessed the Kotite and Gase eras,” Cimini tweeted.
This might be the worst #Jets offense I've ever seen. And I witnessed the Kotite and Gase eras.
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) November 17, 2024
Fans were also on the same page.
“Rodgers making Zach look like Joe Namath,” responded one fan.
Rodgers making Zach look like Joe Namath.
— MadGood Knicks Show™ (@MadGoodKS) November 17, 2024
“Fire the QB. Hopefully now the worship of this loser and ours will end. He s**ks,” tweeted a fan.
“Aaron Rodgers is scared to stand in the pocket. He throws the ball in 2 seconds every time,” replied a fan.
“Agreed. I’m here and can’t really explain what I’m watching. Almost a complete and total quit on the entire offense,” one fan added.
Agreed. I'm here and can't really explain what I'm watching. Almost a complete and total quit on the entire offense
— Robert Grano (@mets41) November 17, 2024
Rodgers Gets Reality Check From Former Teammate
Clay Matthews played 10 seasons with Rodgers with the Green Bay Packers. Matthews has seen the 40-year-old at his best, but the former linebacker can barely watch his former teammate on the field anymore.
In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Matthews said, “It is tough for me to watch because there’s no bigger fan of Aaron than me. I enjoy watching the Jets. Obviously, Davante’s [Adams] been over there. I mean, they have star power up and down the offense, but, unfortunately, they just haven’t been clicking. It’s hard to watch.”
Rodgers has 2,258 yards for 15 touchdowns under his belt this season. His average of 6.4 is his worst since becoming a starter in 2008.