Sauce Gardner Defends Aaron Rodgers' Minicamp Absence

Jets cornerback dismisses criticism, emphasizing Rodgers' veteran presence and prior participation in OTAs

Gardner took to social media to downplay the significance of Rodgers missing two days of mandatory minicamp.
Jets head coach Robert Saleh confirmed Rodgers' absence was due to an important personal event.
Rodgers had attended all phases of organized team activities earlier in the offseason.
Criticism of Rodgers' absence has varied, with some seeing it as a non-issue given his veteran status.
The Jets anticipate Rodgers will be ready for the start of training camp in late July.