FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers took care of his offensive linemen for Christmas, giving each one a customized suit, cologne and sunglasses -- all from the designer Tom Ford -- plus a Louis Vuitton passport holder and a Bose portable speaker. Each player also received a bottle of Devils River bourbon in his locker.
"Santa Rodgers is the best gift giver on the team," center Joe Tippmann said.
Rodgers has given plenty to the Jets over two seasons:
Next-level exposure, starting with "Hard Knocks" in 2023; salary cap flexibility, thanks to a voluntary $34 million pay cut; the most publicized Achilles surgery/recovery since Kobe Bryant; constant off-the-field drama (remember the vice presidential rumors and the unexcused trip to Egypt?