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Garrett Wilson Says He Hasn't Spoken to Aaron Rodgers Ahead of Jets–Steelers Opener

Wilson enters Week 1 as the Jets’ centerpiece following his four-year, $130 million extension.

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) reacts with Garrett Wilson (5) during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
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Overview

  • Rodgers is now the Steelers’ starting quarterback and returns to MetLife Stadium on Sunday to face the Jets in the season opener.
  • Wilson called Rodgers a “living legend” and said he soaked up lessons from their time together despite their lack of contact since the split.
  • Multiple reports say the pair clashed at times last season and that the midseason trade for Davante Adams shifted targets, with Adams receiving 25 more looks over 11 games.
  • Wilson still produced career highs in 2024 with 101 catches for 1,104 yards and seven touchdowns as the Jets finished 5-12.
  • The Jets reoriented the offense around Wilson under new coach Aaron Glenn with Justin Fields at quarterback, and Wilson said the team has a chance to make things right starting Sunday.