FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Even though he missed some practice time because of a strained right calf, quarterback Aaron Rodgers made enough impressive throws in OTA practices to fuel the New York Jets' overflowing optimism. It wasn't just his arm strength or accuracy that grabbed their attention; it was more nuanced than that.
It was the way he used his eyes to manipulate defenders, the way he anticipated open receivers because he recognized the coverage and the leverage. The man has played approximately 14,000 snaps in his career, so those eyes have seen a lot.