While Carr met with the Jets, Rodgers participated in his darkness retreat. He left a strong impression with everybody., Ranking the top 150 NFL free agents: Quarterbacks, playmaking defenders dominate the top 10. Wentzs problems in Washington were, very much, the problems he had at the end in Philly and Indianapolishis accuracy was scattershot, the hits hes taken over the years seemed to affect his presence in the pocket, and whenever storm clouds gathered for him, the rain would always follow. I write off 2022 as the Josh McDaniels year. NFL Networks Ian Rapoport said on February 17 that theres a chance that Carr could still visit one more franchise before making a decision. 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. When a decision is ready to be made, I feel very strongly were going to make the right decision for the Jets.. Lamar Jackson, Aaron Rodgers and Derek Carr could all be on the move. Adams and Rodgers obviously have a strong rapport from the eight years they spent together with the Green Bay Packers. Just sayin. Please tell us when he was ever a good QB, let alone a great one: 2014 Well, we can debate whether or not he should have been the mvp (Mahomes should have been for at least one of those seasons), but you cannot ignore that Rodgers is older, even more of a malcontent, and openly dislikes working with new WRs. The Alabama quarterback wont throw at the NFL combine but his number when he steps on the scale will be a big deal for teams. But a little based on Brady saying how much Rodgers would destroy it for McDaniels, the Raiders need to be very aggressive go after the biggest QB prize that didn't move in the previous offseason. And his response to a question about potential cap cuts like wide receiver Corey Davis and defensive end Carl Lawson was interesting. 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. So maybe around the time of the [NFL] combine, we might have an idea of where Carr will land. The combine begins February 28 and runs through March 6 in Indianapolis. That leaves the Jets as extremely interested bystanders who are still doing their due diligence with Carr and have contingency plans in place if they lose out on Rodgers and Carr. Right now, were looking at a situation where Aaron Rodgers hasnt even gone to the Packers to say whether he wants to be traded, Darlington said. If the Raiders really want Rodgers? Let's compare Rodgers and Carr head-to-head in important categories. If the jets want a legitimate shot at a Super Bowl the next 2 or 3 years its got to be Rodgers. But the 39-year-old hasnt publicly announced whether hell return next season or retire and, if he returns, whether hell remain with the Packers or seek a trade elsewhere. McDaniels: LV had to make 'tough decision' on Carr, Inside Bears' strategy for No. At receiver, the Jets could part ways with veteran Corey Davis and Braxton Berrios. 6 best QB options for Raiders to replace Derek Carr, ranked from Aaron Rodgers to Mac Jones, Why Raiders released QB after failed trade to Saints, Derek Carr landing spots 2023: Jets, Saints among best fits as Raiders release long-time QB. Its on the brink, Maybe a team would rather get Carr at $30 million, instead of giving up a potential top draft pick and pay $50 million. On the surface, it looks like the Jets are playing a high-stakes game of chicken with their quarterback position. Broadly speaking, Las Vegas won't want to waste what's left of the six-time . No Rodgers drama and Garappolo, as long as he can stay healthy, is a better QB than Carr. When we feel like its time to make the right decision, were going to make it.. Then theres Duane Brown, who is under contract for 2023 ($11.3 million cap hit), turns 38 in August and will be coming off major shoulder surgery after he fought through an injury and started 12 games for the Jets. Jones had several dustups with the Patriots' piecemeal offensive coaching staff in the season after McDaniels left. Thats not a cliche. Theyre fascinated at the idea of adding Rodgers, Darlington reported, but the two distinct timelines have created the ultimate predicament for the Jets. Las Vegas, as expected, after benching Derek Carr for the final two games of the 2022 regular released him from his contracton Tuesday. Wes Edens and Marc Lasry, primary owners of the Milwaukee Bucks and co-owners and business partners with Aaron Rodgers are well-connected New York billionaires. the team's top option still is Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. And even if hes pumped, hed still have to fight his way through a far better conference than the one hes already had so much trouble with. 7th in Y/A, 14th in Passer Rating, 5th most INTs, 2022 Whats the plan: Long term or short term? 18th in Y/A, 26th in Passer Rating, 1st most INTs. The Jets had the NFL's fourth-worst scoring offense as Zach Wilson, Joe Flacco and Mike White all started at least four games at quarterback in 2022. Honestly, it probably doesnt matter. Not a member? The Bulldogs were indeed a formidable force with Carr and Adams in 2012 and 2013 Carr threw 87 touchdown passes to 15 interceptions in that time, and Adams caught 233 of Carrs passes for 3,031 yards and 38 touchdowns. New York has also been connected to Aaron Rodgers in trade rumors. Thats probably a good question for Brian to answer, Douglas said, smiling. Derek Carr (@derekcarrqb) March 18, 2022. If the Jets want to win now, as they have repeatedly said after the regular season, then Rodgers is the obvious choice. The last thing the Jets want is to be the team standing without a quarterback when the music stops. Who in their right mind believes Carr has the cache to recruit other FAs to, of all places, the Jets? #Commanders place franchise tag on DT Daron Payne: Blake Martinez is raking in big bucks after retiring from the NFL. In very different ways both guys are a Jesus take the wheel play for the jets, I cant imagine this franchise wants another cast off QB. But it's also clear that Garoppolo, Brady's one-time strong backup in New England McDaniels, would make sense on a much cheaper free-agent deal where draft capital won't be required to get him. If Rodgers is the quarterback the Jets bring in, that would give Wilson a year or two to watch and learn from one of the all-time greats. Assuming Rodgers and Carr are the two quarterbacks the Jets have narrowed their search to, heres a look at the pros and cons of each players fit in Jets green and white. Aaron Rodgers vs. Derek Carr: Who is the better trade target for the New York Jets? Special thanks go out to our long-time sponsor, MILE Social a NJ Digital Marketing Agency. Thered be similar benefits this year for Chicago and a trade partner to start working on a deal now. If theyre satisfied with hanging behind the Bills and Dolphins and make an occasional playoff spot, then its Carr. If Carr has a choice, he should run, not walk, to the Jets as fast as he can. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Left tackle Mekhi Becton, Douglas 2020 first-round pick (No. They both have strong arms and can put same gaudy numbers at times, but in their 30s, they have shown plenty that they fall short of transcendent passers with their frustrating foibles in bigger games. The Jets are projected to be slightly over the cap ($264,487, per Over the Cap), but Douglas didnt seem concerned about it. ==========. I went to camp in August, and talked to coach [Jeff Hafley], watched him practice, I saw it. All I want to hear is Rodgers wont play in Green Bay in 2023. Go with Carr. No wonder the Packers are pissed, he totally mailed it in this past season. The one similarity is theyre both past peak. He has thrown for 30 or more touchdowns in a season just once and that was back. myvietnamwasfightingtheclap says: That position is also where, by the time a player is eligible to hit unrestricted free agency (after four years), he generally has the least time left in the NFL and, thus, is the riskiest to do a lucrative long-term deal with. The truth is that Carr is a middling quarterback. Aaron Rodgers vs. Derek Carr: Buffalo Bills Watch as Jets Recruit QBs. The Jets seem to be comfortable waiting on Rodgers. The best insights from the ultimate insiders. Jimmy G won well with McDaniels before settling into Kyle Shanahan's system to NFC championship-caliber in San Francisco. Im sure youve got a lot of questions about safeties, the Jets general manager said. Douglas wasnt willing to commit to any timeline but did say that Carr is going to be thorough in his own process in choosing his next team. Wait. No one likes Rodgers, but the suggestion that Carr is of equal talent is asinine. Carr has missed 3 games in 9 years. Free According to Connor Hughes of SNY.tv, the visit went very well.. Aaron Donald is the highest-paid defensive tackle in the NFL (by far) at $31.6 million per year, which is more than the Jets will likely be willing to pay. It got us here to the combine. The Jets now have to decide whether to pursue Carr or wait to see what Rodgers currently debating his future, as both an active NFL quarterback and member of the Packers, on a darkness retreat ultimately decides. The Jets met with Derek Carr in New Jersey last week, and theyll meet again with the former Raiders quarterback in Indianapolis this week. Players wholl be available later include Texas A&Ms Antonio Johnson, Notre Dames Brandon Joseph and Alabamas Jordan Battle. This is the season where we talk to a lot of GMs and talk about a lot of different scenarios and a lot of different trades not just quarterbacks. The Raiders released the 31-year-old earlier this month . ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported Sunday the Jets have asked the Green Bay Packers about the four-time NFL MVP's availability. You must be logged in to leave a comment. Whats next, will Rodgers borrow money from the state of Mississipp too? 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. Another discussion point is finalizing the offensive staff, and it wouldn't be a NY Jets Podcast without some QB talk. Why wouldnt Rodgers want to be in New York? Carr, the former Las Vegas Raiders. So, if the Jets think they can compete for a Lombardi Trophy with their defense, ranked fourth in the league in 2022, and offensive skill-position talent, Rodgers is their man. Id rather keep a cheaper and better Mike White than sign Derek Carr. https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/2022/03/17/davante-adams-trade-raiders-derek-carr-aaron-rodgers/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. We obviously know that theres a decision to be made there. And Pro Football Focus Brad Spielberger projected that whoever does sign Carr, who will turn 32 in March, would give him atwo-year deal worth $60 million(including $32.5 million in guaranteed money), making him the 12thhighest-paid quarterback in football. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. Derek Carr in NJ would be a comedy show. We dont have hardly any money prorated into the future on our salary cap, so we have great flexibility to create very large amounts of cap space if necessary., Potential NFL salary cap cuts per team for 2023 season: Joe Mixon, Matt Ryan and more. "Derek Carr can feel out the market and it could force teams like the [New York] Jets to decide if they want to wait out Aaron Rodgers or go and sign Carr." Carr's Raiders Exit Could Change . But I wouldnt, either, if I was him. 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. He has total control of the narrative. At the end of my conversation for the morning column with old NFL Network colleague Daniel Jeremiah, I asked for a player he might be higher on than everyone else. As for Aaron Rodgers, who needs that headache? And recently, according to multiple reports, the Packers have appeared ready to move on from their star quarterback for a variety of reasons, including, according to longtime Packers beat writer Bob McGinn, that theyre disgusted and done with him. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. It wasn't pretty and it wasn't easy but the Las Vegas Raiders finished the season the same way they started - with an unpredictable overtime thriller. And so it goes, Zack Rosenblatt is a staff writer for The Athletic covering the New York Jets. Al Iannazzone covers the Jets for Newsday after spending nearly two decades on the NBA beat with Knicks and Nets. 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. He's a graduate of the University of Arizona and is originally from Cherry Hill, N.J. 26th in Y/A, 19th in Passer Rating, 9th most INTs, 2016 The Jets have shown interest in both players. I will say this.thered be an awful lot of hilarious meltdowns if that came to pass. Neither Lamarcus Joyner nor free-agent pickup Jordan Whitehead distinguished themselves last season. The Jets are also widely believed to be in the market for Aaron Rodgers if the Green Bay Packers make him available in a trade. Rob Demovsky (@RobDemovsky) March 17, 2022. Some people say hes not the fastest on tape, but I still havent seen him get caught on tape. Both QBs are better than Wilson. I dont understand why any team would give anything for Rodgers. MORE:Why Raiders released QB after failed trade to Saints. So is it possible he makes like Sam Bradford once did, and quietly walks away? Rodgers need to figure out what hes going to do so the Jets can figure out whether to sign Carr who is younger, cheaper, and requires no draft-pick compensation or trade for Rodgers, a four-time MVP who may be getting dangerously close to his football expiration date.. Before joining The Athletic, he worked as a staff writer for The Star-Ledger, where he covered the Eagles and Giants. 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. It's not as simple as "Derek Carr vs. Aaron Rodgers" for the New York Jets Derek Carr is arriving in Florham Park today for his visit with the New York Jets. The four-time Pro Bowl athlete will be one of the most sought-after quarterbacks this offseason-behind Aaron Rodgers. It may cost the Raiders . Derek Carr visited the team recently, Aaron Rodgers is out of his darkness retreat, and the Jets are on the clock QB wise. 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