FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Jets defensive coordinator Kacy Rodgers is dealing with what coach Todd Bowles calls a “serious” illness and it’s uncertain if he’ll be on the sideline for the game against Denver.
Bowles made the announcement Friday during his news conference after the Jets’ final full practice before facing the Broncos at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.
Bowles, a close friend of Rodgers, wouldn’t go into details about what is ailing the 49-year-old coach. Rodgers is in his fourth season as the Jets’ defensive coordinator.
Bowles said Rodgers is “a tough guy” but added that the illness is “a serious thing.