The NFL’s new league year officially began at 4 p.m., and thus, the Jets’ Aaron Rodgers era officially came to a close.

The Jets are officially releasing the 41-year-old quarterback Wednesday after two seasons, with the new regime of head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey opting to move in a different direction.

The Jets are eating a $49 million dead cap hit.

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Rodgers seems poised to play a 21st NFL season in 2025, with the Giants and Steelers pursuing him in NFL free agency.

The Jets announced last month they were moving on from Rodgers.

The NFL’s new league year officially began at 4 p.m., and thus, the Jets’ Aaron Rodgers era officially came to a close.{ai:summary}<p>The Jets are releasing quarterback Aaron Rodgers after two seasons, marking the end of his tenure with the team. The decision comes as the new coaching staff opts for a different direction, resulting in a $49 million dead cap hit for the Jets.</p><p>Rodgers, 41, is expected to continue his NFL career, with the Giants and Steelers showing interest in signing him during free agency. #sports</p>

Jets eat $49 million with Aaron Rodgers now officially gone

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