The New York Jets have officially moved on from the Aaron Rodgers era. Shortly after his arrival, new head coach Aaron Glenn informed Rodgers that his services would no longer be needed in the Big Apple. In addition, Rodgers’s close friend and former teammate from the Green Bay Packers, Davante Adams, who was traded to the Jets last season, has also parted ways with the team, now joining the Los Angeles Rams. In a surprising turn of events, one of Rodgers’s other friends, wide receiver Allen Lazard, will remain in New York for a bit longer after agreeing to a substantial pay cut.
“Jets and wide receiver Allen Lazard reached an agreement on a restructured contract,” reported ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Thursday morning. “Lazard, who was set to earn $11 million in 2025, took an $8.5 million pay cut to stay with the Jets, who are guaranteeing $1.75 million of his salary for the upcoming season.” Fans expressed their surprise on social media, with one asking, “Why would you ever take less money if you’re playing for the Jets?” Another added, “Did Aaron force them to sign him again? Or was that stupid the first time, too?” One more fan remarked, “Wait a minute…taking an 8 Mil pay cut to STAY w the Jets?” It’s a shocking move for Lazard, especially considering the Jets’ streak of nine losing seasons.
