If Aaron Rodgers retires with Achilles injury, Jets coach Robert Saleh "would be shocked

0] Jets coach Robert Saleh would be "shocked" if Aaron Rodgers retired after suffering an Achilles injury

Although he knows the decision is not up to him, coach Robert Saleh does not believe Aaron Rodgers' football career is over

Two days after Rodgers tore his Achilles tendon on just the fourth play in the season opener against the New York Jets ,

Saleh believes the 39-year-old veteran quarterback will be on the field next season, and "I would be shocked if he was going to leave in this way. I would be shocked," Saleh said Wednesday, 13]

"I am completely heartbroken and moved by all the emotions, but I am deeply moved and humbled by the support and love, and I will rise yet again."

Later,the Jets confirmed that Rodgers had torn his left Achilles tendonand would miss the remainder of the season

Despite his absence, the Jets won in overtime, 22 -16 to the Bills. The team will now go with backup Zach Wilson, who is expected to start Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys, and Aaron Rodgers, who will turn 40 in December, and many speculate that he will not play permanently due to an Achilles injury. His addition has raised expectations even higher for the Jets, who have not made the playoffs since 2010.

Rodgers is the oldest quarterback in the league and one of the oldest active players overall. Recovering from an Achilles tendon injury is no easy task, especially when you are a few months shy of turning 40 and nearing the end of your career. It's natural to wonder if this injury will be career-ending, which is why the ...... But plans for Rogers' future won't be answered for some time. It may take until the end of the season, and while it is natural to want Rogers back, Saleh insisted that he will not push the issue on Rogers. That is what Rogers needs most right now.