Aaron Rodgers Is 'Doing Everything' in Jets Practice amid Injury Rehab, Saleh Says

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers appears to be doing well in his first extended action on the field preparing for the 2024 season.

Head coach Robert Saleh told reporters on Tuesday that Rodgers is "doing everything" in practice right now.

This is keeping with what Saleh previously said about the four-time NFL MVP having "no restrictions" going into organized team activities.

Tuesday marked the second day of OTAs that are scheduled to run through June 7.

For all of the Jets offseason maneuvering, none of it will matter if Rodgers misses significant time like he did in 2023. A lot of attention will be paid to how he's moving around leading into the regular season coming off a ruptured Achilles.

New York's front office did prioritize the offensive line to upgrade the protection for Rodgers. Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses were brought in to start at both tackle spots.

The Jets used their first pick in the 2024 NFL draft on Penn State's Olu Fashanu. He's got versatility to play on the left or right side, though he will likely open the season behind Smith and Moses unless one of them suffers an injury.

Rodgers only played four snaps in the first game last season before injuring his Achilles.

New York made changes to its quarterback depth chart behind Rodgers this season. Tyrod Taylor was signed early in the offseason, opening the door for Zach Wilson to be traded to the Denver Broncos.

Taylor is still capable of starting if his number gets called. He was respectable with 1,351 yards, five touchdowns and a 64.4 completion percentage in 11 appearances (five starts) for the New York Giants last season.

Ultimately, though, the Jets' ceiling depends on how many games Rodgers is able to play. If he stays healthy, they can be a playoff contender in a wide-open AFC East.

After the Jets wrap up OTAs, they will hold their three-day mandatory minicamp from June 11-13.