Aaron Rodgers might have traded green and gold for gang green, but his NFL journey seems to be hitting some literal turbulence now. The future Hall of Famer faced another rough outing against the Seattle Seahawks, sparking quite the frustration among fans.
Once hailed as a miracle worker under center, Rodgers’ current struggles have some questioning if it’s time to hang up the cleats. The social media buzz? Brutal. Fans aren’t holding back, with calls for retirement growing louder.
Jets’ Collapse Fuels Aaron Rodgers Retirement Chatter Amid Fan Frustration
Rodgers and the New York Jets are reeling. The Jets blew a 14-point lead, falling to 3-9, as Rodgers posted a lowly 73.1 passer rating, sparking calls for retirement.
One fan put it bluntly, encapsulating the exasperation shared by many: “Aaron Rodgers……time to retire, football isn’t for you anymore. 😅🤣.”
Aaron Rodgers……time to retire, football isn't for you anymore. 😅🤣
— Pipes (@WhatADumbName) December 1, 2024
Rodgers’ mistakes — including a pivotal pick-six to Leonard Williams while the Jets were up 21-7 — left fans questioning his decision-making.
Another fan commented, “Aaron Rodgers has nobody to blame but himself for this loss today against the Seahawks, the Jets were winning 21-7 in scoring range, and Rodgers throws a pick 6 to Leonard Williams to turn this game around.”
Aaron Rodgers has nobody to blame but himself for this loss today against the Seahawks, the Jets were winning 21-7 in scoring range,and Rodgers throws a pick 6 to Leonard Williams to turn this game around
— David Yoffee (@DYoffee) December 1, 2024
A third lamented, “Aaron Rodgers blew today’s game against the Seahawks and the Steelers game, what is the point of having Aaron Rodgers as your quarterback, and have him throw stupid interceptions that change the outcome of the game?”
The sentiment only deepens as fans reflect on the season’s trajectory.
Aaron Rodgers blew today’s game against the Seahawks and the Steelers game, what is the point of having Aaron Rodgers as your quarterback, and have him throw stupid interceptions that change the outcome of the game?
— David Yoffee (@DYoffee) December 1, 2024
Adding insult to injury, the loss came amid swirling rumors about Rodgers’ future and broader turmoil within the Jets organization, as GM Joe Douglas was recently fired.
One fan summed it up: “Its been a tumultuous time for the #Jets. The firing of GM Joe Douglas, Woody Johnson, the rumors of Aaron Rodgers future and more. For the #Seahawks , it’s a sandwich game.”
For fans, the chaos isn’t just in the front office — it’s visible on-field.
For Rodgers, though, the criticism hits hard, especially after his offseason move to reignite the Jets’ playoff hopes. His inability to close out games, as one fan pointed out, hurts more than just the scoreboard.
Rodgers’ ‘Chuck and Duck’ Costs Jets as Playoff Hopes Slip Away
Rodgers isn’t ducking the heat, but he is ducking hits on the field.
The Jets fell to 3-9 after a 44-38 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday. The turning point was Seahawks defensive lineman Williams’ game-changing 92-yard pick-six off a Rodgers pass.
During his post-game press conference, Williams didn’t hold back. “I think he’s an older guy, doesn’t want to take big hits like that anymore,” Williams said, referencing Rodgers’ tendency to “chuck it and duck” under pressure. “So, sometimes, if you feel the guy coming full speed at him, he’s going to chuck it and duck.”
Rodgers’ overthrows are piling up, and so is the Jets’ frustration. With the clock ticking on their season, coach Jeff Ulbrich is staying tight-lipped on whether Rodgers will remain QB1, hinting at possible changes.
Even if the Jets win out, finishing 8-9 likely won’t be enough to secure a playoff spot (but would still hurt their 2025 NFL Draft positioning). For now, the team’s struggles mirror Rodgers’ own, stuck in a spiral with no clear way out.