Nick Folk is succeeding where Aaron Rodgers failed.
Just one year ago, the New York Jets were counting on the then-41-year-old quarterback to ascend the positional hierarchy, ideally leading them back to AFC East relevancy.
But after a 5-12 campaign that left them looking up the standings at two of their division rivals, the organization has instead spent the 2025 season watching Rodgers play lackluster football for the Pittsburgh Steelers while they employ a different 41-year-old who has proven himself the most successful player at his position.
Granted, kickers are nowhere near as important as quarterbacks.