New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers hinted on Wednesday at a possible return for the 2025 season. The 40-year-old is under contract with the Jets through 2025, though his salary isn’t fully guaranteed. ESPN’s Rich Cimini reported that Rodgers’ cap hit would be $23.5 million, but if he returns, the Jets would owe him a $35 million option bonus. The team’s struggles this season—they’re entering Week 11 with a 3-7 record, despite Rodgers starting every game—raise questions about whether the Jets want to keep him in 2025 or move on.
With the Jets also needing to find a permanent head coach after firing Robert Saleh following Week 5, some speculate that the franchise could opt for a fresh start with a new quarterback. One popular suggestion came from New York radio host Brandon Tierney, who offered his thoughts on the Jets’ quarterback future on Thursday’s episode of *The Brandon Tierney and Sam Licata Show* on WFAN. Tierney suggested that the Jets draft a quarterback in 2025 and bring in Daniel Jones, assuming the Giants release him. He sees Jones as a “bridge” option until a rookie is ready to step in, stating that Jones could absorb the early struggles as the rookie develops.
Tierney, an Emmy Award-winning host, acknowledged that signing Jones may sound unconventional but argued that it could work since Jones’ contract issues would remain with the Giants. “I know it sounds crazy,” Tierney said on Audacy, “but he could come in, take some hits, hold down the fort for the rookie, and we go from there.” He believes this strategy might bring the Jets closer to a Super Bowl than sticking with Rodgers.
Meanwhile, the Giants, entering their bye week, face their own uncertainty with Jones. Head coach Brian Daboll stated that the team will assess who should start as QB1 for the rest of the season. Jones, who signed a four-year deal worth $160 million (with a potential opt-out after 2024) last offseason, has thrown for 2,070 yards, eight touchdowns, and seven interceptions this season. The Giants’ record sits at 2-8, leading to speculation that they might consider moving on from their former first-round pick.
