Jets Sideline Aaron Rodgers for Preseason Finale Against Giants
Rodgers and other starters to rest ahead of regular-season opener as Jets bank on intensive training camp preparation.
- Aaron Rodgers will not play in the Jets' final preseason game against the Giants, per head coach Robert Saleh.
- Saleh emphasized the extensive work done in three joint practices as a key reason for benching the starters.
- Rodgers, 40, has shown strong form in training camp, recovering well from last year's Achilles injury.
- The Jets' first-team offense took about 800 reps during camp, significantly more than in previous years.
- Backup quarterbacks Adrian Martinez and Andrew Peasley will split time in the preseason finale.