11-06-2023, 02:14 AM
Aaron Rodgers, New York Jets quarterback.If the words on the screen are jarring, just imagine how the images look. Rodgers has officially turned in his Packers No. 12 jersey for a different shade of green Gotham green, to be specific. Now wearing No. 8, Rodgers has left the small town of Green Bay behind for the bright lights of New York and New Jersey.Its really happening. New York Jets (@nyjets) Rodgers was introduced to the media as a member of the Jets on Wednesday at the team's facility in Florham Park, N.J. where he looked refreshed and genuinely happy now that the offseason drama is finally behind him.MORE:He spent his first se sion in front of the New York media talking about his excitement in joining the franchise, reflecting on his Packers exit, the desire to win and his future after 2023.Rodgers directed plenty praise at his new organization and team, thanking general manager Joe Douglas, head coach Robert Saleh and shouting out offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett for getting the deal done.. explains why he wanted to play for the Jets. New York Jets (@nyjets) The future Hall of Fame quarterback are spoke briefly on his exit from the Packers saying his home lacked good cell service and prefers to use FaceTime Jaren Jackson Jr. Jersey instead of a regular call."I have very limited cell service, so if you want to get ahold of me... you gotta FaceTime me."- Aaron Rodgers on lack of communication with the Packers this offseason CBS Sports (@CBSSports) There was a lot of talk this offseason about the Packers inability to communicate with him and that seemed to be the reasoning behind the lack of meaningful conversations.Rodgers also addre sed the Jets roster, saying that they "smoked" his Packers last season, which is how he knew the Jets had a good team. As an older player, Rodgers said he wanted to be in a spot where he could win another Super Bowl -- hoping to add to a lonely Super Andre Iguodala Jersey Bowl III trophy.Although he denied to commit to playing into 2024, Rodgers did say he intends to be part of the Jets for the foreseeable future. He indicated that this season is his sole focus at this time.The Sporting News tracked live updates from Aaron Rodgers' introductory pre s conferenceas a member of the Jets.2:28 p.m. --The pre s conference has concluded, but Rodgers finally held up his new jersey in a different shade of green. Here's the new Jets quarterback showing off his new No. 8.Aaron Rodgers, No. 8, Zack Rosenblatt (@ZackBlatt) 2:26 p.m. --Even though Rodgers will be viewed as the Jets' savior, he just wants to be known as a great quarterback.Rodgers: Im not going to be a savior, Im going to just be a great QB Dianna Ru sini (@diannaESPN) 2:23 p.m. --Rodgers discu sed why he opted for No. 8 even though Joe Namath gave his ble sing to don the No. 12 in green and white, saying he didn't want to go down that path out of respect for the Jets legend.All respect for from . New York Jets (@nyjets) 2:21 p.m. --There will be questions that surround his future, but Rodgers attempted to put them to rest today by saying he'll be in New York for the foreseeable future."I'm going to be here for the foreseeable future"- Aaron Rodgers on the plan for his career Jets Videos (@snyjets) 2:20 p.m. --Rodgers plans on being in the building again tomorrow to begin his offseason program with the Jets.2:17 p.m. --Although Jets fans are already excited to see their new quarterback in action, Rodgers is already doing his best to win them over even more.. wants to do something special for this fan base. New York Jets (@nyjets) 2:15 p.m. --The new Jets QB mentioned how the Super Bowl III trophy is looking lonely and that is his primary motivation in New York -- adding another one to the trophy case, especially as an older player."I'm an old guy. I want to be part of a team that could win it all. And I believe this is a place we can get that done."- Aaron Rodgers Jets Videos (@snyjets) 2:10 p.m. --Rodgers appears to be genuinely excited about this new opportunity -- a stark contrast to how he appeared at the end of his tenure in Green Bay. He has thanked multiple people within the organization, while also talking in a positive light about his new fanbase.2:09 p.m. --It took only moments for Rodgers to mention new offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett as a big reason for his desire to join the Jets, while also acknowledging Avery Bradley Jersey the team's succe s against his Packers last year.They smoked us last year, so I knew they had a good team - Rodgers on what attracted him to New York.He also says a big reason hes here us because of Nathaniel Hackett Connor Hughes (@Connor_J_Hughes) 2:07 p.m. --Rodgers kicked off his remarks by talking about the team and shouting out GM Joe Douglas and his new head coach, Robert Saleh.Rodgers: "This is a surreal day for me...I'm here because I believe in this team." Shout outs for Saleh an Douglas. Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) 2:04 p.m. --Now that it's official, Rodgers has entered the room and we De'Anthony Melton Jersey are underway at the Jets facility.Aaron Rodgers has arrived. Zack Rosenblatt (@ZackBlatt) 2:03 p.m. --The Packers have also announced it on their side, including a farewell video for No. 12.Gratitude.Thank you for everything, . Green Bay Packers (@packers) 2:01 p.m. --And as the pre s conference is about to get underway, the deal is now official.WE GOT HIM. is OFFICIALLY a member of the New York Jets. New York Jets (@nyjets) 1:53 p.m. --We are moments away from the start of the Jets new era. There are plenty of media ready to greet No. 8.Here is the throng of media waiting for to enter for his introductory pre s conference. JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) 1:36 p.m. --The stage is quite literally set for Rodgers to be introduced as a member of the Jets. The screen above the stage is playing highlights of Rodgers' career to this point. Zack Rosenblatt (@ZackBlatt) 1:25 p.m. --After the blockbuster trade, the Jets catapulted into now having the sixth best odds to win the Super Bowl next season. If you are wondering how the blockbuster trade changed the betting markets, then you can check out Sporting News' analysis .1:05 p.m. --Jets owner Woody Johnson tweeted out a video of Rodgers walking into the facility -- greeted by multiple members of the staff and front office.Welcome to 1 Jets Dr. Woody Johnson (@woodyjohnson4) 1 p.m. --The Aaron Rodgers saga felt like it would never reach a conclusion this offseason, but that finally came to an end as the newest Jets quarterback arrived at the team's facility in Florham Park, N.J.looks good on ya New York Jets (@nyjets) MORE:TV channel:ESPN, NFL Network, SNY (NY market)Live stream:ESPN App, Jets' YouTube,Anyone who wants to see Aaron Rodgers be introduced as a member of the Jets will have plenty of options. The future Hall of Fame quarterback's pre s conference will be broadcasted on ESPN and NFL Network. Viewers in the local market can also watch on SportsNet New York (SNY).ESPN cable subscribers that aren't Yuta Watanabe Jersey in front of a television can also stream it on the ESPN App.Cord cutters that want to see what Rodgers has to say can see the introduction live on the Jets YouTube channel or on , which offers a free trial to new subscribers. Fubo carries all the nece sary channels to see Rodgers hold up his new No. 8 jersey in Florham Park, N.J. in addition to all the channels needed to watch the NFL in-market this upcoming season.
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