The Eagles and Jets are scheduled to meet for a high-powered matchup in Week 6, and the home team will be without a future Hall of Famer quarterback.
According to Tom Pelissero, Aaron Rodgers suffered a fully torn Achilles in the Monday night win over the Bills.
An MRI confirmed the #Jets’ fears: Four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers suffered a complete tear of his left Achilles tendon Monday night, per sources. pic.twitter.com/1QSpMzd2lC
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 12, 2023
After running out to a thunderous reception during pregame introductions while carrying the American flag, Rodgers went down with 10:56 remaining in the first quarter after trying to spin out of a sack by defensive end Leonard Floyd and fell to the ground with his left foot, getting stuck in the turf.
Former starter Zach Wilson replaced Rodgers, threw a touchdown pass, and helped rally the Jets to a come-from-behind win, and he’ll face Philadelphia’s disruptive pass rush five weeks from now at MetLife Stadium.
Working in the Jets’ favor, is a monster Week 7 matchup against the Dolphins that looms for the Eagles.
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