Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets suffered a heartbreaking defeat against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, with the Jets holding a 21-6 lead in the second quarter but failing to score in the second half and allowing the Seahawks to come back and win 26-21.
Rodgers was 21-for-39 with 185 passing yards, two touchdown passes, and an interception. Seahawks defensive lineman Leonard Williams returned the interception for a touchdown. Despite his performance, Rodgers’ play has been criticized, with former Jets offensive lineman Willie Colon saying that the quarterback’s smugness and play are no longer matching up.
Colon, a Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers, criticized Rodgers’ decision-making and the Jets’ offense, saying that the team’s 1-5 record since firing Robert Saleh is unacceptable. He also questioned the team’s inability to inspire fans with their offense, despite having talented players like Davante Adams.
Rodgers attributed the loss to execution, saying that plays at the end of the second quarter and in the fourth quarter cost the team the game. He also acknowledged that the team has a lot of work to do, including himself.
The loss has left Jets fans upset and frustrated, with many feeling that the team has not improved since acquiring Rodgers. The quarterback’s performance has been a major disappointment, and fans are questioning whether he is the right leader for the team.