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Larry Brown Jr.

Aaron Rodgers wore a coaches headset in NFL Preseason opener

Instead of bathing in sideline glory, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers decided he’d wear a team headset in week 1 of NFL Preseason.

While Rodgers trains through tedious reps at training camp, he and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett are simultaneously spending time establishing signal calls. This is likely an explanation for Rodgers’ headset gesture.

Having spent the entire season sidelined in 2023, Rodgers and Hackett with be looking to familiarize the younger players with play calling and signals. Both Jets’ reserve quarterbacks played well in the win over the Washington Commanders and Rodgers was fully involved in the play-by-play.

In Hackett’s offense, rookie running back Braelon Allen may be used in the HB-stretch run frequently, especially as a play audible from pass & PA pass plays.

Rodgers will also have to get in sync with wide receiver Mike Williams who just returned to camp early last week.

Things will be a work in progress for Rodgers who is preparing to play at age 40. His leadership will be key this season for the New York Jets. For now, he’s prioritizing his reps as training camp continues.

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