Three-time Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl champion Michael Irvin is tossing a lifeline to New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers. As the NFL world buzzes over Rodgers’ next chapter, this legend has one head coach in mind to bring the magic back.
Forget the drama, injuries, and struggles with the Jets; this coach might just be the spark Rodgers needs to reignite his MVP form. With a bold take that’s sure to shake up NFL circles, the former Cowboys star isn’t shy about invoking the sport’s biggest names.
Bill Belichick and Aaron Rodgers? Michael Irvin Thinks It’s a Perfect Fit
When a legendary quarterback meets a legendary head coach, Irvin says magic is inevitable. The Hall of Famer didn’t hold back on FS1’s “Speak,” naming Bill Belichick as the one head coach who could revive Rodgers’ career.
His reasoning? It’s all about submission and structure.
“I actually was very vexed when I heard Bill Belichick speak,” Irvin admitted. “If [Aaron Rodgers] is going to play football, he has to come in and submit. There’s no one else he’s going to submit to.”
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Irvin drew parallels to Russell Wilson, who found new success by aligning with Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin’s leadership. He believes Rodgers must do the same under Belichick.
And it’s not just about leadership; it’s strategy. Irvin painted a picture of Belichick molding a plan that relies on defense and a strong run game, with Rodgers stepping in as the clutch playmaker.
“I’m not asking Aaron Rodgers to throw 30 passes,” Irvin said. “I’m asking him to just give me 20. Bill Belichick’s gonna wanna win games with his defense. And you give him that Jets defense? He’s gonna have an offense that’s gonna focus on the run game and he gon’ hand that ball off. And I’m telling you Aaron Rodgers will make the few plays (when) he needs to.”
The numbers back Irvin’s vision. Rodgers thrived when given top-tier defenses with the Green Bay Packers (2010’s Super Bowl-winning Packers allowed just 15.8 points per game). Meanwhile, Belichick’s coaching thrives on adaptability, turning even middling rosters into playoff contenders.
For Irvin, it’s not just a hypothetical; it’s the blueprint. “Any other head coach will not work,” he insisted.
If Rodgers is looking for redemption after his injury-plagued Jets debut, teaming up with Belichick might just be the ultimate Hail Mary.