The end is near for New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers's football career. He will turn 41 Monday. It is simply a matter of time for one of the best quarterbacks in football history.
However, the specifics of when Rodgers will walk away from both the Jets and football have become a matter of much discussion in recent weeks. On Wednesday afternoon, Rodgers shed light on a factor that might play into his decision: the shape of New York's 2025 coaching staff.
"I would say I love (offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett), I love (passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach) Todd (Downing)," Rodgers said via ESPN's Rich Cimini. "I love the staff, but them not being here would not be a dealbreaker for me."
The Jets fired coach Robert Saleh on Oct. 8 after a 2-3 start; New York is 1-5 since under interim coach Jeff Ulbrich.
Rodgers is under contract through the '25 season, which would be his 21st in the NFL.
