Quarterback Aaron Rodgers isn’t officially a member of the Jets yet. However, signs are certainly pointing towards that happening in the near future. We’ve been seeing some context clues in recent days.
The Jets have been diligent in clearing cap space, which, we’d assume would be to make room for Rodgers’ $15-plus million salary cap hit. But it seems like they’re trying to create some space to pursue Rodgers’ preferred targets on offense.
Tuesday started with reports of New York pursuing former Green Bay wide receiver Allen Lazard. Then, more reports surfaced of the same thing happening with veteran receiver Randall Cobb and tight end Mercedes Lewis.