Aaron Rodgers is able to go.
Jets coach Robert Saleh mentioned Friday that there will likely be “no restrictions” on Rodgers when the staff begins OTA practices Might 20.
The Jets presently are in Part 2 of the offseason program.
Part 3 begins Might 20 and permits groups to do non-contact 11-on-11 intervals which might be nearer to an precise follow than something allowed in section one or section two.
“As soon as section three hits, we’re not anticipating any restrictions from what we are able to and may’t do with him,” Saleh mentioned.
Rodgers is eight months faraway from surgical procedure to restore a torn left Achilles tendon.
Rodgers tried to return final season and practiced with the staff on the finish of the season however was not cleared to play in video games.
Rodgers, 40, has been collaborating within the Jets’ exercises over the previous few weeks.
“The man can nonetheless sling it,” Saleh mentioned. “Clearly, he’s nonetheless working by means of his rehab, however there are not any points on the trajectory on which he’s going.”
Rodgers was injured on the fourth snap of the season final 12 months and the Jets’ season went South rapidly afterward.
The staff went 7-10 and performed three different quarterbacks — Zach Wilson, Tim Boyle and Trevor Siemian.
Whereas Rodgers is able to return, considered one of his backups nonetheless has work to do.
Jordan Travis, drafted within the fifth spherical final week, was on the sector Friday with the opposite rookies at minicamp however was largely a spectator.
Travis suffered a damaged leg Nov. 18 whereas taking part in for Florida State.
“Clearly, he’s nonetheless in rehab,” Saleh mentioned. “We’ll proceed to work by means of that. We’re attempting to determine what he can and may’t do. No matter he’s cleared with medically, we’ll work with him. The anticipation is he’ll be prepared by coaching camp.”
First-round OT Olu Fashanu mentioned he’s coping with a quad harm he suffered on the scouting mix. He was working with staff trainers throughout Friday’s follow.
