The Jets have officially decided to fly high this year. Aaron Rodgers has got his release confirmation. But the aim is big. To qualify for the playoffs. It hasn’t been done since 2010. To do that, they need to chuck the lucrative contracted players like Davante Adams, who might follow the veteran quarterback and play for some other team. If both leave the franchise, the gains in the cap space would be huge.

If the Jets release or trade Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams, they would save a massive $39.4 million. Currently 22nd in the league with $15.19 million cap space, it means they would have $55 million. And it would propel them into the Top 10 in the NFL according to the cap space. Here’s how the situation looks.

Notably, the Super Bowl winner QB, Rodgers, signed a 3-year $112 million contract. If the Jets cut Aaron Rodgers before June 1, they would save $25.5 million in cap space. But they will also have to pay a $49 million dead cap this year. So, the ideal scenario would be to release him after June 1, as it would save them $9.5 million in cap space with a $14 million dead cap.

It’s the opposite case with the WR Davante Adams. If the Jets release him before June 1, they would save $29.8 million in cap space, taking only $8.3 million dead cap hit. However, fans are worried that releasing the receiver would leave their O-line without any stars. The real question, though is, will the WR follow the QB and leave the town?

The new HC Aaron Glenn met Aaron Rodgers multiple times. But he hasn’t spoken about Davante Adams’ future. Where will they land?

Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams looking at possible destinations

The receiver might return and pack his bags to the West Coast either for the LA Rams or the LA Chargers. He played 3 seasons for the LV Raiders from 2022 till the Jets signed him mid-season in 2024. As the Rams have announced a trade for their receiver Cooper Kupp, Davante Adams could be coming to the team.

For the 4-time MVP Aaron Rodgers, conflicting reports are coming out. Although he has remained silent about the Jets move for his departure, the Steelers emerged as a potential landing spot. However, the Black and Gold owner, Art Rooney II, advocated for retaining their veteran Russell Wilson. This put the deal in a bit of a muddle.

A few days ago, former NFL player Jason McCourty even requested the Packers legend to retire and not tarnish his legacy. But the chances of him going to another franchise like Tom Brady to the Buccaneers are pretty high. He accepted with how the season ended, it could be time to unlace his shoes.

But with the last ounce of perseverance, will Aaron Rodgers continue to find a place in the league? It’s getting epic.