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On Wednesday, Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets faced a setback in their plans for the 2023 season. The past few months have brought a stream of positive news for the Jets, transforming them from a talented team on both offense and defense into a genuine Super Bowl contender in the AFC.

While the acquisitions of star QB Rodgers and running back Dalvin Cook marked significant progress for the Jets, a blow hit their receiving corps on Wednesday. The blow can potentially impact the team’s dynamics. Despite this setback, the Green Gang’s head coach addressed the incident, offering a heartfelt tribute to the 28-year-old offensive asset and extending condolences to his family.

Unexpected farewell for the Jets!

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Jets head coach Robert Saleh took to Twitter to address the ongoing speculation regarding wide receiver Corey Davis. The 44-year-old coach expressed, “My heart goes out to him & his family. We’ll always support him in any decision he makes. We’re always here if he needs us.” According to reports, Corey Davis has made the sudden decision to retire from the NFL after six seasons.

Despite initially signing a three-year deal with the franchise, his performance was hampered during the first two seasons due to subpar quarterback play. According to rumors, as a result, he has chosen to step away from the game before the regular season begins. Interestingly, Davis has opted to end his career, even when presented with the opportunity to play alongside A-Rod this time.

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Notably, this move had been a topic of speculation for quite a while among fans, and it has now been officially confirmed.

The Jets receiver takes a step back without using the word ‘retirement’

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New York Jets wide receiver Corey Davis was missing from team activities recently, fueling rumors of his potential retirement. However, on Wednesday, Davis put an end to the speculation, revealing his decision to step away from football. The 28-year-old, a notable free agent acquisition in 2021, shared his choice through an Instagram post. While he didn’t explicitly use the term “retirement” or provide specific reasons, Davis disclosed that he had been contemplating this move for some time.

Despite having one year left on his contract, which was worth a non-guaranteed $10.5 million, Davis’s role on the team became uncertain with the recent signings of Allen Lazard, Mecole Hardman, and Randall Cobb. In a heartfelt statement, Corey Davis expressed, “For some time now, I’ve been contemplating stepping away from the sport of football. This decision has not been easy.

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He expressed gratitude for his family and the opportunities he’s had, emphasizing his desire to spend more quality time with his wife and two children.

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