Aaron Rodgers has been in the NFL landscape for 20 seasons, and he is just one touchdown away from reaching the incredible milestone of 500 career touchdown passes. While the football world is already buzzing about his continuation with the New York Jets, his longtime collaborator Davante Adams hopes to be the one on the receiving end.
Davante Adams Pours His Heart Out Ahead of QB Aaron Rodgers’ 500th TD Pass
Adams was with the veteran quarterback for eight seasons on the Green Bay Packers and has previously caught Rodgers’ 200th and 400th career touchdown passes. After returning to the Jets this year, he expressed his hopes to complete the trifecta with Rodgers.
“Obviously, I’d love to,” Adams shared after practice via ESPN. “I got [No.] 200, I got 400, so it would be dope to get 500 as well.”
The historic moment could come this Sunday when the Jets face the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Meanwhile, the weather might add some drama to the big moment with forecasts predicting rain and wind.
Interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich also acknowledged the impending feat, saying, “It’s going to be so special to see that 500th ball caught.”
Coach Ulbrich on QB Aaron Rodgers approaching his 500th TD: "It's going to be so special to see that 500th ball caught." pic.twitter.com/0cVVXnXs39
— New York Jets (@nyjets) December 27, 2024
Adams has been a steady presence in Rodgers’ career, and this game is personal as they head forward to face their division toppers on the road. The wide receiver joined the Jets midseason via a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders and has since emerged as Rodgers’ top target, tallying 56 catches, 719 yards, and six touchdowns in just nine games.
Rodgers’ pursuit of 500 touchdowns is a legacy moment, as only legendary names like Tom Brady, Drew Brees, Peyton Manning, and Brett Favre have achieved this feat.
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The bottom line is that Rodgers’ future is uncertain, and this could be his final road game as a Jet. Therefore, Adams sees this as a special chapter in a storied partnership that he has cherished since 2014.
What Does Rodgers’ Future in New York Look Like?
Meanwhile, Rodgers is experiencing a catastrophe because of his statements about wanting to stay with the Jets. During an episode of “The Pat McAfee Show,” the 41-year-old expressed his willingness to stay with the team if he plays next season. However, the low point for many in the league came when he hinted at accepting a pay cut from the team if they signed him as their star quarterback for another year.
“I think I’ve already proven I’m willing to take a pay cut,” Rodgers said as he clarified that the Jets will remain his “first option” if he returns for his 21st season in the league.
The reports suggest that the Jets might be leaning toward parting ways with Rodgers, and his 500th career touchdown pass might just be in time to add the feat to his résumé in New York.
