But dont buy into the washed-up, over-the-hill talk. But if Carr is going to wait until the end of February to make his intentions known, the Jets should have plenty of time to find answers to all of their questions about Rodgers availability and level of interest in playing for the Jets. We have our process, exploring the market, exploring options. They both have strong arms and can put same gaudy numbers at times, but in their 30s, they have shown plenty that they fall short of transcendent passers with their frustrating foibles in bigger games. The Bulldogs were indeed a formidable force with Carr and Adams in 2012 and 2013 Carr threw 87 touchdown passes to 15 interceptions in that time, and Adams caught 233 of Carrs passes for 3,031 yards and 38 touchdowns. Thats not a cliche. If the jets want a legitimate shot at a Super Bowl the next 2 or 3 years its got to be Rodgers. Derek Carr insists that the Las Vegas Raiders would not have been content with a tie against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night, and the quarterback seemed to credit Aaron Rodgers for . Whats the plan: Long term or short term? Right now, were looking at a situation where Aaron Rodgers hasnt even gone to the Packers to say whether he wants to be traded, Darlington said. So, why are we even having this QB conversation? Neither, Aaron Rogers is simply an average quarterback with no leadership skills despite his age. I dont think thats supposed to happen with how tall he is., Fresno States Davante Adams kisses the Mountain West trophy as Derek Carr looks on in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Fresno, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013. People whove worked with him the past couple of years have said not to rule that out. Cousins can treat them right throwing to them like Justin Jefferson, T.J. Hockenson and Adam Thielen. Carr is in a unique situation. Here are takeaways from Douglas availability, quarterbacks and all. Davante Adams and Derek Carr played 2 seasons together at Fresno State (2012-2013) In that span: - Adams led the FBS in receptions, rec yards . The Rodgers situation is probably dependent on what happens during his current seance sessions. If Rodgers is the quarterback the Jets bring in, that would give Wilson a year or two to watch and learn from one of the all-time greats. I can tell you that was a fantastic visit last week, Douglas said. Carr started his multi-day visit to the Jets facilities on February 17 and was expected to meet through the following day, according to a tweet from Sports Illustrateds Albert Breer. The Jets could save $10.5 million by cutting Davis or $15.4 million if they cut Lawson, but they were quality players and valuable contributors in 2022. Till the day you die, The lowest figure, outside of the kicker-punter number, is for running backs, at $10.09 million. Will make you cry Assuming Rodgers and Carr are the two quarterbacks the Jets have narrowed their search to, heres a look at the pros and cons of each players fit in Jets green and white. My moneys on things looking positive with Carr, but they still make a play for Rodgers, with the deal falling through so late in the game that Carr decides to sign somewhere else and they end up with Garappolo who gets them to 5-1 before getting injured for the season and they end up 7-10 or 8-9. He has plenty of great football left in him, the problem is he becomes so complacent in Green Bay. https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/2022/03/17/davante-adams-trade-raiders-derek-carr-aaron-rodgers/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Theyre fascinated at the idea of adding Rodgers, Darlington reported, but the two distinct timelines have created the ultimate predicament for the Jets. Another position of need for the Jets is safety. 1 priority this offseason is to upgrade at quarterback with a veteran, whether thats in free agency or via trade. But if Rodgers is what's going to get this team over the contender hump, the Jets should make a move. 7 overall pick in the first round of the 2023 draft. Obviously for him to do what he did last year, for him to play with the injury that he played with its a special thing, Douglas said. 18th in Y/A, 26th in Passer Rating, 1st most INTs. Aaron Donald is the highest-paid defensive tackle in the NFL (by far) at $31.6 million per year, which is more than the Jets will likely be willing to pay. So, why would Adams choose the Raiders and Derek Carr a far above-average quarterback over Rodgers, whos absolutely one of the five best throwers of the football weve ever seen? So maybe around the time of the [NFL] combine, we might have an idea of where Carr will land. The combine begins February 28 and runs through March 6 in Indianapolis. The Jets could do that and have their quarterback situation settled for the next several years. I think Rodgers still has it but would need a situation hes really pumped up for to avoid it being more of the malaise we saw last season. I dont care if he gets traded or retires, just go. Its just that Ive been following the NFL long enough to understand the true meaning of the Jets are gonna Jet. But even at this point, Rodgers is still a better QB than Carr. But a little based on Brady saying how much Rodgers would destroy it for McDaniels, the Raiders need to be very aggressive go after the biggest QB prize that didn't move in the previous offseason. Rodgers is real good, but will he play well with new coaches?? As we reported this morning, Carr expressed to the Jets his desire to survey the landscape, and the Jets plan has been to do the same, but the mutual interest there is very real. The best insights from the ultimate insiders. The window for the Jets to decide between Derek Carr and Aaron Rodgers between a free-agent signing and a trade scenario that might not even exist could close quickly as they figure out their quarterback for 2023. Free agent quarterback Derek Carr met with the New York Jets this past weekend. Lamar Jackson, Aaron Rodgers and Derek Carr could all be on the move. Mosley ($21.47 million cap hit) is also a prime candidate to get his contract restructured, especially coming off a Pro Bowl season. Carr has a lower ceiling but more years left, and probably wont show up to camp with a rare jungle bird perched on his head and when everyone wants to ask about the bird they get ridiculed for daring to ask about the bird. Theyll get him! Per NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, the Jets will host Carr this weekend. The Jets are also widely believed to be in the market for Aaron Rodgers if the Green Bay Packers make him available in a trade. The coaches liked Wentz, too. His answer: The two guys that I probably have higher than most would be the corner from Illinois, [Devon] Witherspoon. Rodgers is one of the most prolific, winningest quarterbacks in NFL history, compiling a 147-75-1 regular-season record and going to the playoffs 11 times as a starter, playing in 21 postseason games and winning one Super Bowl. 11 overall), has missed the past two seasons due to knee issues. This could be a deterrent for Rodgers. 1 for the Jets, finding someone to protect him isnt far behind, Jets GM confident Zach Wilson will hit his very high ceiling, Jets GM feeling really good about extension talks with star, Jets to play Browns in Hall of Fame Game as two legends get enshrined, engaged in preliminary discussions with the Packers, according to longtime Packers beat writer Bob McGinn. LIVE: Boy Green reacts to the #Jets hosting free agent QB Derek Carr for a visit + what happens next? 2. If they thought he was available, Gutekunst said, later adding that the Packers view backup Jordan Love as ready to be an NFL starting quarterback.. The Jets remain interested in Aaron Rodgers for a potential trade if Rodgers plays and if he wants to go to [New York], he said. Hes a cry baby. Douglas will have a chance to meet with Williams agent, Nicole Lynn, in Indianapolis and said the Jets have had several good discussions with her and Williams. Carr has never won a playoff game and cannot play in the cold. They dont want to rush to make a move if they have a chance to acquire an all-time great player. Carr reportedly wants to pick his next team before are agency begins, so that he can assist in the recruiting of other potential free agents. Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) March 17, 2022. If Carr is the Jets next quarterback, he surely isnt signing to be a placeholder for Wilson. He has thrown for 30 or more touchdowns in a season just once and that was back. NFL Networks Ian Rapoport said on February 17 that theres a chance that Carr could still visit one more franchise before making a decision. And so it goes, Beyond the reunion with Adams, Rodgers also would thrive with tight end Darren Waller, once a Packers trade target and slot ace Hunter Renfrow. On top of that, whatever decision comes from Rodgers could wind up greasing the skids for moves from other teams at the position, and the Packerslike the Jetsare staying loose with their quarterbacking plans. Plus, with his salary it doesnt make any sense to give anything up for him. If he can play re-energized, focused and with a chip on his shoulder, whatever team hes on is going to be considered a contender. 2, with his speed, and how you can work him in the slot, and what he brings in the return game.. Rodgers has stepped off the deep end. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Aaron Rodgers isnt. On the surface, it looks like the Jets are playing a high-stakes game of chicken with their quarterback position. Some NFL teams have started cutting players for cap savings, but Douglas said not to expect the Jets to make any such moves before the end of the combine. The former Raiders quarterback spent a couple of days in New Jersey two weekends ago meeting with Douglas, coach Robert Saleh and offensive assistant coaches. No one likes Rodgers, but the suggestion that Carr is of equal talent is asinine. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. If Mike White can make that team click, Derek Carr could take them to the next level. Itd be rare for such a trade to happen this early, but not unprecedented. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, Commanders Release Carson Wentz After One Season, Carson Wentz was cut by the Commanders on Monday. Friendly reminder that these are Derek Carrs career stats. The draft options at the position include Tennessee speedster Jalin Hyatt, Boston Colleges dynamic slot receiver Jay Flowers or Cincinnatis versatile Tyler Scott and Michigan States Jayden Reed, who is not only a vertical threat receiver but a punt returner. But the 39-year-old hasnt publicly announced whether hell return next season or retire and, if he returns, whether hell remain with the Packers or seek a trade elsewhere. For the Jets, theres a risk in waiting out other quarterback options, missing out on Carr and not being able to sign someone else of similar (or better) talent. Williams is one of a number of high-level defensive tackles seeking new deals, including Dexter Lawrence, Jeffery Simmons and Daron Payne, whom the Commanders franchise-tagged on Tuesday. But for now, his camp insists that hes gonna do whatever it takes to keep playing. The New York Jets are still deciding whether to pursue Derek Carr or wait on Aaron Rodgers ' decision with the Green Bay Packers. The Raiders picked the wrong guy to keep. If they want to sign the player wholl be around for the next five-plus years, Carr may be a better choice at age 31 (hell be 32 in March) to Rodgers 39. February 18, 2023 - 8:00 am February 18, 2023 - 9:03 am. Las Vegas, as expected, after benching Derek Carr for the final two games of the 2022 regular released him from his contracton Tuesday. Packers GM made Aaron Rodgers feelings clear before rumor- Patrick Kane trade shows Rockstar Rangers are going for it, Major AEW faction needs direction change and it may have already begun, The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast, The Show with Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman, Amazin' But True: A NY Mets Baseball Podcast, Gangs All Here: A NY Jets Football Podcast, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry have first night out since bombshell 'Spare' released, King Charles to evict Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage so he can give it to Andrew. Rodgers is dating Wess daughter, Mallory Evans. But the league awaits Rodgers saying anything about what he plans to do: retire, return to the Packers or request a trade elsewhere. If the Jets pick one in the first round, a name to watch would be Alabamas Brian Branch, who also can play nickel cornerback. But theres another interesting aspect to this that everyone should pay attention to. Statistically, Rodgers is the superior quarterback, throwing 475 career TD passes to just 105 INTs with a career 103.6 quarterback rating; Carr has thrown 217 TDs to 99 INTs with a career 91.8 rating. Davante Adams and Derek Carr played 2 seasons together at Fresno State (2012-2013), Adams led the FBS in receptions, rec yards and rec TD Carr led the FBS in pass yards and pass TD The Bulldogs won the inaugural Mountain West Championship Game#Reunited pic.twitter.com/NegfMeOinQ, NFL Research (@NFLResearch) March 17, 2022. You that was a fantastic visit last week, Douglas said ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI.... 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