New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh indicated that quarterback Aaron Rodgers, recovering from a torn Achilles, is unlikely to play in any preseason games. Saleh expressed his instinct to keep Rodgers sidelined to avoid unnecessary risks, although a final decision on the third preseason game against the Giants remains open. Instead, Rodgers will participate in joint practices to prepare for the regular season opener against the San Francisco 49ers on September 9. This cautious approach reflects the importance of preserving Rodgers' health, as he is crucial to the Jets' aspirations for a successful 2024 season. Rodgers has been actively participating in training camp without showing ill effects from his injury, enhancing team chemistry in his second year under offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett.