Jets Urged to Make Bold Draft Move as Aaron Glenn Clears Stance on Aaron Rodgers’ Future
As the NFL offseason kicks into high gear, the New York Jets are under pressure to make a statement with their upcoming draft picks. The team, led by head coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas, has long been in search of a quarterback to lead them out of mediocrity. With the window to contend rapidly closing, experts are urging the Jets to take a bold step in the upcoming draft, especially after recent comments from Aaron Glenn, defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, that have left the football world buzzing.
In an exclusive interview with NFL Network, Glenn, a respected defensive mind, addressed the swirling rumors surrounding future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers and his potential move to New York. “The Jets’ current dilemma is simple: Are they all-in on Aaron Rodgers, or are they ready to shift gears and build for the future with someone new? If I were them, I’d get aggressive in the draft,” Glenn said. “Rodgers isn’t going to play forever. And if they want sustained success, they need to start thinking beyond just one season.”
Rodgers, who is still under contract with the Green Bay Packers, has long been tied to the Jets after a turbulent season in Green Bay that saw him struggle with injuries and internal drama. The Jets, desperate for a marquee quarterback, have been linked to the four-time MVP in what many believe could be a last-ditch effort to secure a Super Bowl before Rodgers’ inevitable decline. However, Glenn’s words serve as a stark reminder that such a move, while enticing in the short term, might not guarantee long-term success.
“Rodgers is a great player, but the Jets need to ask themselves: Is he the answer for 2025 and beyond? Or is he just a quick fix to satisfy the fanbase and give the defense a shot at a championship? They have to decide if it’s time to hand the keys to a younger quarterback who can grow with this talented roster,” Glenn continued.
That sentiment has caused a shift in the draft narrative. The Jets have been rumored to have their eyes on several top-tier quarterbacks in this year’s class, including standout prospects like Caleb Williams from USC and Drake Maye from North Carolina. Many analysts are now predicting that, instead of trading for Rodgers or another aging quarterback, the Jets might take a huge leap and select one of these promising young signal-callers, setting up the team for long-term success instead of one-year hopes.
“Take the shot on a young quarterback,” said former NFL scout and analyst Mike Mayock. “The Jets have the pieces—an elite defense, a burgeoning offensive line, and skill position players like Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall. The foundation is there. They need a young leader who can develop alongside the team, not just a short-term fix that might delay a real rebuild.”
The Jets’ front office has been cagey with comments about Rodgers, but Glenn’s words seem to echo a growing belief among NFL pundits that New York’s best move might be to turn the page, stop chasing aging stars, and instead invest in a quarterback who can grow with their young core. Whether the Jets will heed that advice, or make a last-ditch effort to add Rodgers to the fold, will be one of the biggest questions of the offseason.
For now, the Jets find themselves at a crossroads—one that will define the direction of the franchise for years to come.
