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Jets Say Farewell to Aaron Rodgers, Look for an Answer at Quarterback

With a new head coach and general manager, the New York Jets said they'll move in a different direction. They have the No. 7 draft pick.
Jets Say Farewell to Aaron Rodgers, Look for an Answer at Quarterback
Aaron Rodgers of the New York Jets is pressured by Nik Bonitto of the Denver Broncos during a game at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Sept. 29. Luke Hales/Getty Images
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Nearly two years ago, the arrival of Aaron Rodgers with the New York Jets sparked much fanfare and hopes he could duplicate what Tom Brady did with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Rodgers didn’t deliver. The first year, he was injured in his first game and missed the rest of the season. The following year he went 5–12. Now, the Jets are moving on from the former Super Bowl champion and four-time MVP, the team announced Thursday in two statements.
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