Aaron Rodgers has torn left Achilles tendon, MRI confirms

Aaron Rodgers’ first season with the New York Jets is over after just four regular-season snaps.

NEW YORK — Aaron Rodgers has a torn left Achilles tendon and the 39-year-old New York Jets quarterback will miss the rest of the season, coach Robert Saleh announced Tuesday.

An MRI revealed the four-time NFL MVP’s injury, confirming what the Jets feared after their 22-16 overtime win over Buffalo on Monday night. Saleh said Rodgers will have season-ending surgery, but he wasn’t certain when that would occur.

Torn Achilles tendons typically take several months of recovery due to the extensive rehabilitation needed.

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