What is the latest on Aaron Rodgers’ NFL return? Jets QB’s first public appearance at Week 4 vs. Chiefs since season-ending injury

The highly anticipated debut of the Green Bay Packers 18-years franchise quarterback Aaron Rodgers went in vain at the initial period of the week 1 game. Whether the signal-caller should be called unlucky or the team should not be a matter of discussion. However, the effort the franchise made to sign the signal-caller and the dedication A-Rod showcased in this short stint is surely laudable.

Though Aaron has been spending a busy time in healing and rehabilitating at his home in Malibu after undergoing a surgery, he made sure to energize his teammates by paying a visit to the stadium. Meanwhile, his latest injury update is once again giving fans a new hope amid the Jet’s recent battle.

What is the latest on Aaron Rodgers’ NFL return?

While Rodgers’ potential return to the gridiron kept fans and analysts alike guessing, the QB told NBC that he is planning to resume his play this season. Melissa Stark of NBC said the veteran was medically fit to fly, and he traveled from Los Angeles last night to surprise the team. She also noted the dual-threat is going to rejoin the team permanently after their Week 7 bye.

Dr. Neal ElAttrache, a famous orthopedic surgeon, and his team conducted the ex-Packers star’s surgery. According to Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, the team used an internal brace called an Achilles “speed bridge”, and it can reduce his recovery period to four months.

During a recent appearance on ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show” days after the surgery, the 39-year-old himself threw a subtle hint of making an early comeback while saying critics are making him more inspired indirectly.

“I think what I’d like to say is, give me the doubts. Give me the timetables. Give me all the things that you think can, should or will happen because all I need is that one little extra percent of inspiration. That’s all I need. So give me your doubts, give me your prognostications and then watch what I do.”

The Weeks leading up to Week 4 had been rife with speculation regarding the four-time MVP’s recovery and potential return. Though the injury had cast doubt on his future in the league, the modern clinical technology is indeed promising.

Aaron Rodgers’ first public appearance at Jets vs Chiefs game since Achilles injury

In the Jets 20-23 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Rodgers was one of many A-listers including Ryan Reynolds, Taylor Swift, Blake Lively, and Hugh Jackman. The QB revealed to Stark that only the Jets head coach Robert Saleh knew he was coming, and said he had to be here to tell the team to relax, and ignore the noise.

Though A-Rod can not be seen donning the Big Apple’s jersey for a while, his presence was a source of motivation for his young teammates. The vet didn’t just come as a guest to sit on the luxury seats, but he was present on the field to have a check on the team, and even threw a pass.

Rodgers vs Patrick Mahomes showdown was one of the most anticipated events this season, but it could not happen due to his injury. Besides working as a power source of energy for his teammates, the 10-time Pro-Bowler had a chit chat with his on-field rival Mahomes shortly before chatting with the Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

While Rodgers’ return was undoubtedly effective, questions linger about how he will fare in the long run. Meanwhile, Gang Green’s on-field battle continues as they have now fallen to 1-3 this season.

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