The New York Jets may have an unexpected advantage in their efforts to secure a deal with Odell Beckham Jr. Fans have been buzzing about the team’s free agency plans after Allen Lazard dropped a hint on social media. The speculation began when Beckham posted a cryptic message on Instagram, and Lazard responded with an emoji that hinted at something significant. Could this be the missing piece of the puzzle that Jets fans have been eagerly anticipating?
The NFL offseason chess game continues
The Jets have reached an agreement on a 4-year, $44M deal ($22M guaranteed) with former Packers WR Allen Lazard. Lazard‘s signing brings them one step closer to acquiring superstar quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Rumors have been swirling that Rodgers wants some of his former Green Bay Packers teammates to join him in New York to facilitate the trade.
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Odell Beckham Jr. and Allen Lazard have set tongues wagging with a string of cryptic social media posts. The rumors revolve around the next moves of the New York Jets in the free agency market. Beckham, a highly sought-after free agent, posted a mysterious message on Instagram, which read “In Heinz sight these 🤬 forever playin ketchup…”. Lazard, in a quick response, commented with a plane emoji 🛩️.
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After Lazard made a comment, fans began to wonder if he was suggesting that Beckham should fly to New York and sign with the Jets. This sparked a flurry of comments from fans, with some expressing excitement at the possibility of having a new star receiver on their team, while others questioned whether Aaron Rodgers really needed more receivers.
Jets reel in Lazard: Is Aaron Rodgers next on their hook?
During a recent interview on the Pat McAfee show, Aaron Rodgers made it clear that he plans to play for the New York Jets in 2023. The four-time Super Bowl MVP announced, “I made it clear that my intention was to play and my intention was to play for the New York Jets.”
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However, negotiations between the Jets and the Green Bay Packers on compensation are ongoing, with rumors that the Packers are asking for a haul similar to what the Rams received for Matthew Stafford. The final compensation package remains to be seen.
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Rodgers has also reportedly demanded that the Jets sign four of his former teammates – Randall Cobb, Allen Lazard, Mercedes Lewis, and Odell Beckham Jr. While Lazard has already been added to the roster, the Jets are still working to land Cobb, Lewis, and Beckham Jr. Whether or not the Jets will meet Rodgers’ demands remains to be seen.
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As fans eagerly await the Jets’ next move, the game of signs continues to unfold. The potential acquisition of Rodgers could have a significant impact on the future of the team.
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