The buzz around the New York Jets has taken an interesting turn, with speculation mounting about potential tension between Aaron Rodgers and Garrett Wilson.
The NFL rumor mill has been working overtime, suggesting friction between the veteran quarterback and his young receiver, particularly after an alleged training camp incident.
Some sources close to Wilson hint at his growing frustration over limited attention from Rodgers, leaving fans wondering about the duo’s chemistry.
But Wilson isn’t letting these rumors slide unchecked. In a recent conversation with ESPN’s Rich Cimini, the Jets’ receiver tackled the speculation head-on, firmly stating “there’s no truth to that.”
Wilson, who typically steers clear of social media drama, dismissed the rumors as baseless, highlighting his skepticism about online narratives.
“This is my first time addressing it,” Wilson explained. “That stuff is just words for people trying to figure out a way to divide us more than they’ve already tried, like the record isn’t enough. Obviously, we’ve got a lot going on here, especially this season, trying to dig ourselves out of this hole. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to. But my feet are where my feet are at and I’m going to try and finish this thing the right way.”
Caught up with Garrett Wilson and asked him about the narrative that he’s at odds with Aaron Rodgers:
“Yeah, I’ve seen some of that. Yeah, I mean, there’s no truth to that. At the end of the day, I don’t speak on things like that because social media is not real.
“This is my…
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) January 1, 2025
Looking at the numbers, Wilson has maintained his impressive streak, crossing the 1,000-yard mark for another consecutive season in the NFL.
Yet, despite these consistent stats, the Jets’ offensive performance hasn’t quite matched the preseason hype.
Wilson’s barely surpassing his 2023 numbers has left some questioning whether this season can be considered a success for the talented receiver.
As Rodgers’ chapter with the Jets appears to be winding down, Wilson might find himself working with a new quarterback sooner than expected.
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