New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) warms up before a game against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium. Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Watch: Aaron Rodgers throws first TD in front of Jets fans

By Adam Gretz | Last updated Sep 19, 2024 9:04 PM ET

New York Jets fans had high expectations for quarterback Aaron Rodgers a year ago. Then his season ended in four plays due to an Achilles injury, putting all of their plans on hold.

His debut in front of the home fans at MetLife Stadium in 2024 is off to a much better start.

Rodgers threw his first touchdown pass in front of the home fans — and his fourth touchdown of the season — on Thursday night against the New England Patriots, capping off an eight-play, 73-yard drive to give them a 7-0 lead.

The touchdown was a 10-yard pass to his former long-time Green Bay teammate, Allan Lazard.

Rodgers. Lazard. SIX!

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The return of Rodgers definitely gives the Jets a chance this season, but there are still going to be some questions about a 40-year-old quarterback coming off an injury like that.

So far, Rodgers has looked like he has a chance to finally solve their quarterback problem. That would definitely put the Jets back into the playoff picture in the AFC this season.

Adam Gretz

Adam Gretz is a freelance writer based in Pittsburgh. He covers the NHL, NFL, MLB and NBA. Baseball is his favorite sport -- he is nearly halfway through his goal of seeing a game in every MLB ballpark. Catch him on Twitter @AGretz

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