Massive Rumors on Aaron Rodgers Contract Talks With Jets Suggest a $107,000,000 Splash

New York Jets is finally looking strong for the next season. With the arrival of Aaron Rodgers, the franchise has suddenly become a Super Bowl contention-worthy favorite amongst fans. It has been 12 straight seasons out of the playoffs for the Jets. But with Rodgers, there seems to be a new ray of hope emerging. But that is not the only thing that A-Rod has brewing for himself in his new home ground.

According to rumors, Rodgers might be on track for a massive $107 million payout next year. But how will it be possible for the new Jets QB?

Aaron Rodgers’ contract restructuring proving to be a boon for the Jets

According to an article by Rich Cimini for ESPN, with the Green Bay Packers last year, Aaron Rodgers signed a three-year $150 million extension. If this was to be in play, then the Jets would have had around $15.8 million in cap charge. But before the trade pulled through, Rodgers and the Packers restructured his contract, converting a $58.3 million option bonus payable in 2023, into a base salary for 2024. Because of this, Rodgers will be making around $1.165 million only this year, which is also equivalent to his cap charge.

But there is a silver lining to it. By moving the option bonus to the next year, Rodgers is expected to be receiving compensation of around a whopping $107 million in 2024. How, you ask? Because this includes the original $47 million option bonus, $1.21 million in minimum salary, and the $58.4 million option bonus that was moved to next year. 

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While the Jets and Rodgers’ agent, David Dunn, continue their discussions of restructuring the QB’s contract, A-Rod has already made his presence felt in New York.

The A-Rod wave is already in effect in New York

During a news conference post-draft, HC Robert Saleh was asked about how he felt during the whole eventful week for the Jets. Saleh said while smiling, “It’s been a fun week, a fun week. To get Aaron here, it’s a blessing.” Aaron Rodgers has had only a light session of throwing in phase one of the off-season program. Apart from this, he still has to have a full-on training session with the Jets squad. But Saleh stated that his presence has already made an impact at the facility.

With their new players in place, the Jets will be looking forward to an eventful new season, and maybe finally end their drought of Super Bowl contention.

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