Very authentic, ultra-intelligent, just very comfortable in his own skin and highly competitive, Douglas said. Players wholl be available later include Texas A&Ms Antonio Johnson, Notre Dames Brandon Joseph and Alabamas Jordan Battle. Oh, and he plays the Favre game of will I or wont I come back. The Jets are also widely believed to be in the market for Aaron Rodgers if the Green Bay Packers make him available in a trade. Rodgers need to figure out what hes going to do Aaron Rodgers and other stars could be among the candidates. On the surface, it looks like the Jets are playing a high-stakes game of chicken with their quarterback position. Davante Adams and Derek Carr played 2 seasons together at Fresno State (2012-2013) In that span: - Adams led the FBS in receptions, rec yards . Per NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, the Jets will host Carr this weekend. You jut cant win The Posts Brian Costello reported ahead of the Super Bowl that the Jets have engaged in preliminary discussions with the Packers, preparing for the scenario where Rodgers does become available via trade. This is the first time that hes been a free agent in his pro career. Rodgers is one of the most prolific, winningest quarterbacks in NFL history, compiling a 147-75-1 regular-season record and going to the playoffs 11 times as a starter, playing in 21 postseason games and winning one Super Bowl. If the Jets are as in the dark as Rodgers was on his retreat, theyre in jeopardy of missing out on both Rodgers (should he opt to retire, stay in Green Bay or play for a different team) and Carr, who has interest from other teams, including the Saints, the other team he has visited. Obviously were going to be exploring the veteran quarterback market this offseason and well look at every available option, Douglas said. Per a source, the Packers were willing to pay Adams equally to what the Raiders are with this new deal but Adams preferred to play elsewhere. A lot of things to like.. As it's been an offseason tradition in Green Bay, the . With the NFL Combine taking place next week in Indianapolis, the Jets surely will be focusing on offensive line help. No one likes Rodgers, but the suggestion that Carr is of equal talent is asinine. Maybe he is trying to screw the time line so the pack cant get rid of him? But I wouldnt, either, if I was him. Itll be interesting. Free agency begins in only three weeks. Rodgers executes at a whole other level with the same level of support. Privacy Policy |Terms of service |Subscription terms |Your ad choices |Cookie Settings |California Privacy Rights |About Us |Contact Newsday |Reprints & permissions |Advertise with Newsday |Help. The NY market does a good job of that as does a team that is trending upward, versus those going through a rebuild. 7 overall pick in the first round of the 2023 draft. Even at the age of 39 if he moves to another team they may get the chip on shoulder Rodgers as he sets out to prove GB wrong. Brissett doesn't sound like the most exciting option as a standalone, but has more appeal as a cheap high-end bridge QB who knows the offense in conjunction with drafting one of the above first-round quarterbacks. When its time to make the right decision where everyone goes through their process, were going to make the best decision for the Jets.. Hes a cry baby. With the Jets talent on offense and defense, QB is their 800 pound gorilla sized hole in their roster. Despite having one of the worst statistical seasons of his NFL career (3,695 yards, 26 touchdowns, 12 interceptions,) he emerged. Better look somewhere else or develop something on your own roster. Follow Zack on Twitter @ZackBlatt. Assuming Rodgers and Carr are the two quarterbacks the Jets have narrowed their search to, heres a look at the pros and cons of each players fit in Jets green and white. The Jets have shown interest in both players. I think everybody would like it done sooner rather than later but everyone has their own process. It takes a lot of energy to start new with another team, especially when youve played your entire career in the same place. Also in that draft were running back Breece Hall, who was on his way to a possible rookie of the year season before he injured his knee in October, and edge rusher Jermaine Johnson, who was productive in the defensive line rotation and on special teams. I think Carr improves this team enough that they will be able to hang with the big dogs. As Carr and the Jets dined on pasta, Aaron Rodgers quite likely the Jets first choice as their quarterback for the next year or two embarked on his darkness retreat to try to sort out his future. Why wouldnt Rodgers want to be in New York? Duh. New York has already met with free-agent quarterback Derek Carr, . Saleh and Douglas have told anyone wholl listen that they havent given up on the 2021 first-round draft pick, whos failed to develop the way a No. And both tackle positions were revolving doors last season because of injuries. But theres another interesting aspect to this that everyone should pay attention to. Appearing on The Pat McAfee Show on Tuesday (h/t ESPN's Rob Demovsky), Rodgers said his four-day darkness retreat this weekend should give him "a better sense of where I'm at in my life.". Aaron Rodgers, out of the darkness The specter of Aaron Rodgers' decision about his future has hung over the entire combine, though Douglas avoided talking directly about him. But, again, weve had a lot of positive discussions., Joe Douglas: Im sure you all want to ask about safeties. pic.twitter.com/f1uQDyC8IQ, Zack Rosenblatt (@ZackBlatt) February 28, 2023. The former Raiders quarterback spent a couple of days in New Jersey two weekends ago meeting with Douglas, coach Robert Saleh and offensive assistant coaches. This could be a deterrent for Rodgers. Trade for Aaron Rodgers Duh. Which is to say Carr and Rodgers may be the first one we get answers on, but therell be plenty of meat left on the information bone after we have those. Theyre certainly equipped to have a decent idea. If theyre satisfied with hanging behind the Bills and Dolphins and make an occasional playoff spot, then its Carr. Young's weight will be a big deal for teams evaluating him at this week's NFL combine. According to SportsBetting.ag and BetOnline, Derek Carr is the favorite to be the Jets' quarterback for the 2023 season and Aaron Rodgers is the favorite to replace Carr with the Las Vegas Raiders. He has visited the Saints. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. Whats the plan: Long term or short term? But in this case, with the realities of that position, the franchise tag could really be used as a hammer by a couple of those teams. Vinnie Iyer is an NFL writer at The Sporting News. Statistically, Rodgers is the superior quarterback, throwing 475 career TD passes to just 105 INTs with a career 103.6 quarterback rating; Carr has thrown 217 TDs to 99 INTs with a career 91.8 rating. if he went to another team that team would demand he show up for all off season workouts and meetings rather than being allowed to choose which ones he attends.on another team he may not be considered the coach or General Manager but just the quarterback.expect an announcement of his retirement coming soon on your favorite sports outlet. The first quarterbacking domino could fall this week, with Derek Carr a free agent and Aaron Rodgers coming out of the darkness. Whoever they pursue, they will end up botching it and end up going into next season with Jacoby Brisset or something. Its not that I hate the Jets, or even like seeing them fail. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. The players in Washington liked Wentz, and he really tried to make it work. The Raiders are sitting on the No. The Jets remain interested in Aaron Rodgers for a potential trade if Rodgers plays and if he wants to go to [New York], he said. As a GB fan I have seen the good and the bad with Rodgers.He is either moody and average or he can have a chip on his shoulder and play lights out. Expect the group of players theyll thoroughly evaluate and interview next week in Indy to include the top tackles: Ohio States Paris Johnson Jr., Northwesterns Peter Skoronski, Georgias Broderick Jones, Marylands Jaelyn Duncan, Ohio States Dawand Jones, Syracuses Matthew Bergeron and Tennessees Darnell Wright. Derek Carr vs. Aaron Rodgers Stats | FantasyPros 2022 Football Stats Comparison Derek Carr vs. Aaron Rodgers Start Over | Edit Players Summary Game Log Stats Projections Points. The quirky Rodgers would provide added entertainment value should he come to New York. Carr is not that guy. I dont think thats supposed to happen with how tall he is., Fresno States Davante Adams kisses the Mountain West trophy as Derek Carr looks on in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Fresno, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013. He has a really good personality. The clock is ticking. So I wouldnt rule it out, after the Bears, and potential suitors for the first pick, get a good look at the quarterbacks in the draft this week. That leaves the Jets as extremely interested bystanders who are still doing their due diligence with Carr and have contingency plans in place if they lose out on Rodgers and Carr. But he hates them He projected that Carr would not match the $121 million contract he signed last offseason, writing that a solid short-term deal would allow him to rebuild his value before potentially dipping back into free agency in 2025. Carr cannot compete a 5 yard completion on 3rd down in the 2nd half leaving the defense on the field almost the entire half. Nothing but positive reviews, per sources. February 18, 2023 - 8:00 am February 18, 2023 - 9:03 am. The New York Jets are really interested in Derek Carr. For once, there would be some NY football developments that are fun to watch. Its hard to put an exact timetable, Douglas said. Obviously, our coaching staff trusted him a lot to let him do his thing out there, and he called a lot of the plays. Rodgers, though, has navigated another offseason of uncertainty. Rodgers has all the leverage. Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said he hasnt spoken to Rodgers since his retreat ended last week, and left the door open for a split in the relationship. Now they wait for Aaron Rodgers to emerge from the darkness and inform the Packers of his. The best insights from the ultimate insiders. 11 overall), has missed the past two seasons due to knee issues. The Buffalo Bills will keep an eye on New York here . I think the Packers are stuck with him unless he retires. 33rd in Y/A, 30th in Passer Rating, 13th most INTs, 2015 Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. The 2023 . At the end of my conversation for the morning column with old NFL Network colleague Daniel Jeremiah, I asked for a player he might be higher on than everyone else. Left tackle Mekhi Becton, Douglas 2020 first-round pick (No. Updated Jan 13, 2022 at 5:49pm. Carr has never won a playoff game and cannot play in the cold. Carr on the Jets is a pretty scary thought. Would love your thoughts, please comment. 2. On the tape, you see the talent, you see the release, the velocity, the way he gets the ball out, the decision making, the accuracy. Rodgers, because of his experience as the higher-profile superstar, likely would handle the New York market better than Carr, who hasnt been exposed to nearly as much media scrutiny as Rodgers. Im sure youve got a lot of questions about safeties, the Jets general manager said. forgotmypassword says: 18th in Y/A, 8th in Passer Rating, 28th most INTs, 2017 On the tape, you see the talent, you see the release, the velocity, the way he gets the ball out, the decision-making, the accuracy. Rodgers need to figure out what hes going to do so the Jets can figure out whether to sign Carr who is younger, cheaper, and requires no draft-pick compensation or trade for Rodgers, a four-time MVP who may be getting dangerously close to his football expiration date. Adams went off in his penultimate game with Carr, catching nine passes for 168 yards and a touchdown. (Tampering, of course, is prohibited by the NFL, but with the endless chain of personal relationships around the league, tampering in some shape takes place all around the league.). Spielberger wrote that it isnt often a quarterback of this caliber reaches the open market like this. Most would agree hes at least one of the NFLs 15 best quarterbacks and hes hitting the open market as a free agent weeks before anyone else is able to start meeting with teams. Hes working his tail off.. For the Jets, theres a risk in waiting out other quarterback options, missing out on Carr and not being able to sign someone else of similar (or better) talent. INDIANAPOLIS The Jets continue to wait on Aaron Rodgers situation to be cleared up, but it hasnt stopped them from staying in contact with Derek Carr. So is it possible he makes like Sam Bradford once did, and quietly walks away? Jones had several dustups with the Patriots' piecemeal offensive coaching staff in the season after McDaniels left. "Derek Carr can feel out the market and it could force teams like the [New York] Jets to decide if they want to wait out Aaron Rodgers or go and sign Carr." Carr's Raiders Exit Could Change . He also could be helped by a big-time running game, again, too, should the Raiders re-sign Josh Jacobs. And Pro Football Focus Brad Spielberger projected that whoever does sign Carr, who will turn 32 in March, would give him atwo-year deal worth $60 million(including $32.5 million in guaranteed money), making him the 12thhighest-paid quarterback in football. Thats probably a good question for Brian to answer, Douglas said, smiling. So wait, why would the Raiders want another version of Carr? 9th in Y/A, 8th in Passer Rating, 19th most INTs, 2020 Even if Rodgers decides he wants to leave Green Bay, he's under contract, which would require teams to present their best offer in a trade. Maybe a team would rather get Carr at $30 million, instead of giving up a potential top draft pick and pay $50 million. If you ask the team's former general manager in Mike . But we need to have some of those conversations about our team, where its going and wheres hes at before we go forward.. Rodgers need to figure out what hes going to do so the Jets can figure out whether to sign Carr who is younger, cheaper, and requires no draft-pick compensation or trade for Rodgers, a four-time MVP who may be getting dangerously close to his football expiration date.. Carr is not of equal talent with Rodgers. Ive seen him dunk and hes looking down through the rim. If Mike White can make that team click, Derek Carr could take them to the next level. The window for the Jets to decide between Derek Carr and Aaron Rodgers between a free-agent signing and a trade scenario that might not even exist could close quickly as they figure out their quarterback for 2023. 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