Aaron Rodgers didn’t shy away from self-criticism after a rough performance in a 23-17 loss to the Vikings, but more concerning for the Jets is the status of Rodgers’ ankle.
Rodgers told reporters that he has a low ankle sprain, though it’s not clear whether that happened on Sunday or was something he’d been dealing with.
Rodgers limped off the field after a third-quarter sack, but quickly returned to the game without missing a play.
He had been dealing with knee issues, which led the Jets to activate third-stringer Adrian Martinez from the practice squad for Sunday’s game.
Though Rodgers made it through the whole game, he struggled for much of it, throwing a trio of picks — one of which was returned for a touchdown and another of which ended the game.
“That was below my standard,” Rodgers told reporters.
Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) screams in pain as he’s hit by the Vikings on Oct. 6, 2024. Shaun Brooks-Imagn Images
Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers grabs his leg after getting hit by the Vikings in London on Oct. 6, 2024. Shaun Brooks-Imagn Images
Rodgers finished 29-for-54 with 244 yards and two touchdowns.
The Jets couldn’t run the ball at all, rushing for just 36 yards on 14 carries.
