With Nathaniel Hackett and Todd Downing running the show Pat Mahomes would look like a journeyman. Carr is not that guy. Its hard to envision him as a backup somewhere. The Raiders released the 31-year-old earlier this month . But, in this case, Wentz simply was who he was, and that calls into question where his career is going next. We've received your submission. Despite having one of the worst statistical seasons of his NFL career (3,695 yards, 26 touchdowns, 12 interceptions,) he emerged as the centerpiece of the Jets desire to upgrade with a veteran quarterback. While were there, the Falcons wont go as far as the Commanders have with Sam Howelland say hes in position, as it stands, to be the starterbut Ill be watching what Atlanta does at quarterback with Howells draft classmate, Desmond Ridder, ready to roll in to his second NFL season. Bo Horvat shares what's gone into acclimating to the Islan 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, the Jets first choice as their quarterback for the next year or two, do something about reworking his unwieldy contrac, recently hired Todd Downing as passing-game coordinator, delivered one of the best draft classes in franchise history, on the NFLs Defensive and Offensive Rookie of the Year honors, 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. The one similarity is theyre both past peak. 7th in Y/A, 10th in Passer Rating, 19th most INTs, 2021 Love stinks, The assumption hope, really is the Jets, through back-channel intel, already have a decent idea about Rodgers intentions. Cousins is also a little more aggressive and can stretch the field for McDaniels better than Carr. This fade touchdown in that same game amplified the idea that Carr understood what to do in the red zone get the ball to Davante, and let him look down on the net. Will Jets pursue Aaron Rodgers or Derek Carr? NFL offseason schedule 2023: When is the NFL Draft, free agency, other key dates to know? Analysis by Jason La Canfora. Spielberger wrote that it isnt often a quarterback of this caliber reaches the open market like this. I dont understand why any team would give anything for Rodgers. Also per source, Aaron Rodgers knew this was coming and still signed his new Packers contract. Then theyd have to do something about reworking his unwieldy contract. On that noteJeremiah mentioned to me that based on the makeup of this years draft class, and since there really isnt a Myles Garrett at the top, it may make sense for the Bears to drop further down in the top 10, in an effort to accumulate more capital both in this years draft and future drafts, which makes a lot of sense to me. Thanks for contacting us. You people are embarrassing. It is the grossly incompetent front office of Green Bay that has to give him another $30 million in cash and absorb that $100 million dead cap hit, the type that is franchising killing for a half of decade at watching a lot of young talent with little dead cap hits be cut to absorb that hit. At that point in time,Rodgers darkness retreat will have concluded and he presumably will have emerged with a clearer idea about his football future. Cant give a direct timetable, a specific timetable. This can be interpreted as a subtle message to the Jets, who have shown interest in Derek Carr but are seemingly waiting on Rodgers' decision to determine whether they want to move forward with Carr. They hired a coach two years ago, and he drafted a QB with the #2 overall pick in the draft. 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. 26th in Y/A, 19th in Passer Rating, 9th most INTs, 2016 Your team is bad, Downing knows Tannehill after spending fours seasons on Mike Vrabel's Titans staff, the last two . If the Jets pick one in the first round, a name to watch would be Alabamas Brian Branch, who also can play nickel cornerback. The answer may well go back to Adams' college days. The lowest figure, outside of the kicker-punter number, is for running backs, at $10.09 million. 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 . 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. At receiver, the Jets could part ways with veteran Corey Davis and Braxton Berrios. Aaron Rodgers and other stars could be among the candidates. Nothing but positive reviews, per sources. Rodgers executes at a whole other level with the same level of support. Theyre certainly equipped to have a decent idea. https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/2022/03/17/davante-adams-trade-raiders-derek-carr-aaron-rodgers/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Very authentic, ultra-intelligent, just very comfortable in his own skin and highly competitive, Douglas said. But if Rodgers is what's going to get this team over the contender hump, the Jets should make a move. The Carr vs. Rodgers debate has reached its crescendo in Jets land. Rodgers is dating Wess daughter, Mallory Evans. McDaniels might be eager to go here should Rodgers and Garoppolo be taken off the table, but it feels like an intriguing longshot for now. The fact that the Jets or any other team still havent done that is a strong indication that the Rodgers domino needs to fall first. They did just that over the weekend, meeting with Carr. 2 overall pick is supposed to in his first two seasons. We still have a lot of flexibility, Douglas said. Rodgers hasn't put a timetable on making a decision, but Packers president Mark Murphy told ESPN's Dianna Russini last week he hopes to have clarity on the situation before the start of free agency in March. The Jets are the Jets. He also could be helped by a big-time running game, again, too, should the Raiders re-sign Josh Jacobs. January 27, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Neither, Aaron Rogers is simply an average quarterback with no leadership skills despite his age. One thing for sure, 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. We obviously know that theres a decision to be made there. Were going to respect his process and then, again, well be ready to make a decision when the time comes.. Derek Carr visited the team recently, Aaron Rodgers is out of his darkness retreat, and the Jets are on the clock QB wise. forgotmypassword says: The nine-year veteran has also metwith the Saints and reportedly will meet with the Carolina Panthers here at the Combine. Im kind of thinking Rodgers was pissed someone leaked his box experiment but I think he is pissed more at when it is. Love stinks, yeah yeah. When its time to make the right decision where everyone goes through their process, were going to make the best decision for the Jets.. 2, with his speed, and how you can work him in the slot, and what he brings in the return game.. No one likes Rodgers, but the suggestion that Carr is of equal talent is asinine. Carr is a free agent, and can be signed to a reasonable contract. Gutekunst said that fourth-year quarterback Jordan Love needs to play, but Love wont as long as Rodgers is in the picture. Saleh and Douglas have told anyone wholl listen that they havent given up on the 2021 first-round draft pick, whos failed to develop the way a No. while also working to keep Rodgers and Carr and the Jets in the AFC . The salary he demands is absurd. INDIANAPOLIS The Jets continue to wait on Aaron Rodgers' situation to be cleared up, but it hasn't stopped them from staying in contact with Derek Carr. Las Vegas released him Tuesday before his $32.9 million base salary in 2023 became guaranteed. 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. The Jets met with Derek Carr in New Jersey last week, and theyll meet again with the former Raiders quarterback in Indianapolis this week. The jets dont look like a bad team outside of their qb spot. Not with Aaron Rodgers. I write off 2022 as the Josh McDaniels year. Jones had several dustups with the Patriots' piecemeal offensive coaching staff in the season after McDaniels left. Carr has to be the hungrier player, having never won before and with a chip on his shoulder after having been shunned by the Raiders, the only team for which hes ever played. Carr is not of equal talent with Rodgers. 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 . February 20, 2023 at 10:40 pm So stay tuned. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Adams went off in his penultimate game with Carr, catching nine passes for 168 yards and a touchdown. Friendly reminder that these are Derek Carrs career stats. And I know that we hold him in very high regard as a person and a player, so let him recover a little bit and well have those discussions as the offseason progresses.. A lot of things to like.. Privacy Policy |Terms of service |Subscription terms |Your ad choices |Cookie Settings |California Privacy Rights |About Us |Contact Newsday |Reprints & permissions |Advertise with Newsday |Help. Carr is a four-time Pro Bowl player who could help the Jets make the playoffs;Rodgers is a four-time MVP who would improve the Jets more and make them a legitimate contender. I also asked the same question to my old ESPN buddy Todd McShay. But hell come to me and say, I need a pick-me-up right here; Im not feeling too good about this. Whether its life or on the field, hes human just like the rest of us. So wait, why would the Raiders want another version of Carr? Apparently not. The New York Jets are really interested in Derek Carr. Instead, Carr becomes a free agent and can explore his many options among QB-needy teams early in the offseason. So not only should we soon have answers on Carr and Rodgers, the market for guys such as Jimmy Garoppolo, Daniel Jones and Geno Smith could start to take shape in the skyways, hotel lobbies and quiet corners of the convention center in Indy. Certainly, people would be interested in Aaron Rodgers, right? Its on the brink, That means its going to cost the Jets at minimum their first-round pick (13th overall) in Aprils draft and then some to acquire Rodgers. The Rodgers situation is probably dependent on what happens during his current seance sessions. As for Becton, Douglas said the Jets havent made a decision about his fifth-year option for 2024, though they are expected to decline it. This would be the Patriots' best chances to move on from Jones if they don't feel like he's the franchise passer of choice without McDaniels. All the while, Aaron Rodgers is channeling Tom Hardy's version of Bane (he was born in the dark molded by it). The 2023 . Its not even big fish small pond for him hes been the ONLY fish. Rodgers has emerged from his darkness retreat, but he still hasnt shed any light on his future. Douglas spoke highly of Carr from the time they spent together. Quarterback wasnt the only topic, but it was the most important one and it will be until the Jets settle (or miss) on one of their top targets before the start of free agency in March, which seems to be the goal. It is only speculation until the aaron Witch Project concludes the transitional period of planetary alignment. I'm not sure, but it could be a sticking point for Derek Carr." Carr has also visited the New Orleans Saints as he explores free agency. Now that Carr has been driven away, however, the Raiders need to turn their attention to finding a new top QB. The Patriots should also see they can have a high floor to complement their defense and running game with Jones, but the ceiling to win big under Bill Belichick in the near future may not be there in the AFC East landscape, especially if the Jets get Rogers while the Bills still have Josh Allen and the Dolphins get more out of Tua Tagovailoa. Try a week on us. If Carr has a choice, he should run, not walk, to the Jets as fast as he can. Rodgers even at his current age on a good team could win a Super Bowl, talent-wise. The Posts Brian Costello reported ahead of the Super Bowl that the Jets have engaged in preliminary discussions with the Packers, preparing for the scenario where Rodgers does become available via trade. 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. Carr, in his nine NFL seasons, has a suspect 63-79 record and has played in only one postseason game, after the 2021 season. Ridder did a lot on the field and off it to impress the Falcons, so if they cant connect on a big swing at a quarterback, I do think the Cincinnati product gives them flexibility to stand pat with an economical young option (like Howell does for Washington) at the position. I dont know where to put him; hes so little, Jeremiah said. It is unknown how we will respond and fit into Bill O'Brien system. 33rd in Y/A, 30th in Passer Rating, 13th most INTs, 2015 Would love your thoughts, please comment. Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said he hasnt spoken to Rodgers since his retreat ended last week, and left the door open for a split in the relationship. Plus, more on Lamar Jackson and the franchise tag and Carson Wentzs release. So Rodgers will be their top priority. Carr threw a career-high 32 TDs in 2015 and a career-low six INTs in 2016. Green Bay had placed the franchise tag on Adams to buy more time, but reports now indicate that even as Aaron Rodgers was signing his new extension with the Packers after so much drama, Rodgers knew that hed probably never throw to Adams again. Douglas didnt shy away from talking about the Jets interest in Carr, though he wouldnt go so far as to say whether theyve made him a contract offer. In 2012, the Rams dealt the second pick to Washington for the sixth pick, and first-rounders in the two years to follow, a little over a week after the combine. Trade for Aaron Rodgers Duh. The organization has treated Carr as an ersatz version of Rodgers, the point of reuniting with his former Fresno State go-to turned elite NFL wide receiver Davante Adams. I think the Packers are stuck with him unless he retires. I would guess they have cap issues or will have them soon. Kinda hoping for Rodgers. 11 overall), has missed the past two seasons due to knee issues. MORE:NFL offseason schedule 2023: When is the NFL Draft, free agency, other key dates to know? Whats the plan: Long term or short term? As we reported this morning, Carr expressed to the Jets. Before getting into this is as a possibility, let's rule out the Raiders just rolling with Carr's remaining backup Jarrett Stidham, because the McDaniels connection is going too far in hoping for positive long-term results from a limited talent. And so it goes, 7th in Y/A, 14th in Passer Rating, 5th most INTs, 2022 Carr, as you would imagine, was pretty happy about the whole thing when it came down. When you need 5 QBs to compete, something is amiss. I hope he didnt and still wants to play somewhere. According to Connor Hughes of SNY.tv, the visit went " very well ." This is the veteran quarterbacks first visit as an unrestricted free agent this offseason. 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. Another discussion point is finalizing the offensive staff, and it wouldn't be a NY Jets Podcast without some QB talk. 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