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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is known for making big decisions. To convince him to join the team, the Jets brought in Randall Cobb, who used to play with Rodgers on the Green Bay Packers from 2011 to 2018.
Rodgers and Cobb are really close friends.
Rodgers has a special bond with Cobb, even being the godfather to one of Cobb’s kids. But his connection with wide receiver Davante Adams was something extraordinary. In 2021, Adams had a massive 28.5% of the Packers’ target share, second only to Cooper Kupp of the Los Angeles Rams.
Their successful partnership ended when Adams left for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022. However, Rodgers hinted at a possible reunion while golfing at the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
“I love Davante,” Rodgers said. “I can’t wait to play with him again.”
Garrett Wilson joins Aaron Rodgers in campaigning for Davante Adams
Rodgers’ comments cleverly avoid tampering but clearly show he wants Adams back. At a youth football camp in Morristown, New Jersey, Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson was asked about trading for Adams and seemed open to it.
“I see that,” Wilson said. “I’m excited. I’m with all of it. Anyone we can get into the facility to help this team win games, I’m with it and he’s one of those.”
Wilson has been the Jets’ top target since being drafted 10th overall in 2022. He earned the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year title after an impressive season despite quarterback instability, amassing 178 catches for 2,145 yards and seven touchdowns over 34 games.
Wilson’s willingness to share targets with Adams could pave the way for the four-time All-Pro wideout to join the Jets. The team tried to acquire Adams last offseason but couldn’t seal the deal with the Raiders.
Adams might force a trade if he wants out. Netflix’s docuseries “Receiver” revealed that Adams considered leaving Las Vegas after a rough start in 2023.
Though under contract until 2026, Adams has no guaranteed money beyond 2024. The final two years carry hefty $35.6 million salary cap hits—unrealistic for any team.
Rodgers and Wilson want this process sped up because next season is critical for the Jets’ current regime. Coach Robert Saleh has an 18-33 record over three seasons, while GM Joe Douglas’ tenure stands at 27-60.
In January, Rodgers admitted everyone on the team will be “on the hot seat” this year due to their long playoff drought—the longest among major North American sports leagues.
