It is clear that quarterback Aaron Rodgers has embarked on a remarkable mission to recover swiftly from a critical injury. The player’s impressive resilience in his rehabilitation, especially considering his 39 years of age, has garnered widespread applause.
Sports Illustrated has hinted at the possibility of an early return for the four-time MVP player, potentially ahead of the scheduled timeline. This speculation has gained momentum following reports of an innovative medical procedure that the player has undergone.
When is Jets QB Aaron Rodgers returning to NFL?
Earlier on, the New York Jets had posted a video of Aaron Rodgers where he was seen marching into the locker room without any aid from crutches.
The quarterback, in addition to sharing the arduous journey of his recovery, is vigorously pushing for his healing process and comeback, which appears to be progressing exceptionally well. According to the Hospital for Special Surgery, patients typically face three to four weeks of immobilization, non-weightbearing (using crutches), with most starting to bear weight on their foot approximately four weeks after surgery. In comparison, the 39-year-old athlete is significantly ahead of the standard schedule, showcasing remarkable dedication that suggests a potential return this season.
Marty Jaramillo, an expert in injuries similar to Rodgers’, has noted that due to Rodgers’ threefold acceleration in recovery, the player could make a return to the field as early as “Month 4 or possibly even Month 3, given this pace.”
Sports Illustrated’s national football reporter, Albert Breer, recently hinted at the possibility of quarterback Aaron Rodgers making a comeback to the NFL. Breer highlighted a crucial condition for Rodgers’ return: it would only make sense if the New York Jets have a realistic chance of reaching the postseason, which could serve as motivation for the quarterback.
Currently, the New York Jets find themselves trailing by one and a half games for the final AFC Wildcard position. Despite a promising start to the season with three victories in their first six games, they face an uphill climb.
Speculation suggests that the “Gang Green” could secure a postseason berth if they can demonstrate the standout potential of their defense in the 11 games remaining after their ongoing bye week. In Week 6 at MetLife Stadium, the team showcased their prowess with a relentless 20-14 victory against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Breer sincerely addressed that, “As for Rodgers’s side of this, what he’s trying to do doesn’t have much, if any, precedent. Then Rams RB Cam Akers made it back in six months, and for the team’s run to Super Bowl LVI, and that was seen as borderline miraculous. For Rodgers to get back for the 2023 playoffs, he’d be looking at a four-month timeline. Would he try to push that even further if the team was 7–6 in December and fighting to get in? Is the start of the playoffs even realistic? No one’s certain, because, again, there’s no precedent here. But the way the Jets are playing has definitely created curiosity and hope.”
What is ‘innovative new procedure’ for Aaron Rodgers’ torn Achilles?
The standout Hall of Fame player, Aaron Rodgers’ successful recovery wouldn’t have been on the table with a “innovative new procedure”.
The player stated that, “Dr. Neal ElAttrache did kind of a newer, innovative surgery. I asked him if we could push it. If we could push it beyond the normal protocols. Cam Akers had the same surgery. He was able to come back in about five months”.
A tweet was posted by Joe Pompliano, providing in-depth insights to the innovative medical procedure that has contributed immensely to Rodgers’ recovery, leaving everyone stunned.
