Aaron Rodgers a free agent for first time as Jets release QB

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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- For the first time in a career that will likely land him in the Hall of Fame, quarterback Aaron Rodgers is a free agent.

It became official at 4 p.m. Wednesday, the start of the league year, when Rodgers was released by the New York Jets in a long-anticipated move. The Jets do not plan to announce the procedural move, according to a source, but it's expected to appear on the NFL's evening transaction wire. Basically, the team declared its intentions last month.

He's now permitted to sign with any team, with the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers showing the most interest in the four-time MVP.

Both teams are quarterback needy. Both the Steelers and…