Who Will Be The Jets’ Next QB After Moving On From Aaron Rodgers After Two Disappointing Seasons?

The Aaron Rodgers era with the New York Jets appears to be coming to an end after two underwhelming seasons. He is unlikely to return to the team in 2025.

Rodgers met with new head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey in New Jersey last week. He was told in that meeting that the team had decided to let him go.

Since his hiring, Glenn has been in touch with Rodgers, engaging in ongoing talks about the quarterback’s future. During his introductory press conference, he refrained from making any commitments regarding Rodgers, stating that he wanted to meet with him before deciding on the team’s direction at quarterback.

After the season Rodgers acknowledged the reality that the Jets, with a new regime in place, could look to move on at quarterback.

“Either way, I won’t be upset or offended whatever they decide to do,” he said.

During his two-year tenure with the Jets, Rodgers made 18 starts, secured six wins, and suffered an Achilles tear. His future remains uncertain, as he has stated he has yet to decide on playing a 21st season.

With one year remaining on his deal, he is set to earn a non-guaranteed $37.5 million, carrying a $23.5 million cap hit.

By cutting Rodgers with a post-Jun. 1 designation, the Jets would be left with $49 million in dead money, split over two years. They would need to carry his $23.5 million cap hit until Jun. 1, after which he would count $14 million against the cap in 2025, resulting in a net savings of $9.5 million.

With a post-June 1 designation, a $35 million cap hit would still apply in 2026. This would also be the case if he decides to retire.

The Jets are expected to target a starting-caliber quarterback this offseason, with the possibility of also selecting one in the draft.