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NY Jets’ Aaron Rodgers addresses media for first time since injury

Aaron Rodgers is back in Florham Park. On Thursday, he spoke to reporters for the first time since his injury on September 11.

The future Hall-of-Fame quarterback said he fully understands the risks of returning to the field this season. According to The Athletic’s Zach Rosenblatt, Rodgers said, “My thing is: What’s the worst that can happen?”

Aaron Rodgers said he understands the risks of coming back.

“My thing is: What’s the worst that can happen?”

— Zack Rosenblatt (@ZackBlatt) November 30, 2023

The quarterback added, “In my opinion, there’s not a downside to coming back and reinjuring it” due to the fact that he could have a slower recovery and still be ready for the 2024 season.