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Aaron Rodgers Activated from IR, Will Sit Out Rest of Season for Jets

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers walks the field before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

In a surprising turn of events, the New York Jets have activated Aaron Rodgers from the injured reserve list. But hold your horses, folks, because he won't be stepping onto the gridiron just yet. Coach Robert Saleh made it clear that this move is simply part of Rodgers' ongoing rehabilitation process after tearing his left Achilles tendon.

The Jets had until Wednesday to activate Rodgers, or else he would remain on IR for the rest of the season. Luckily, the team has some roster flexibility and can add Rodgers to their 53-man active squad. However, this doesn't mean we'll be treated to Rodgers' signature touchdown passes this season.

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