Aaron Rodgers breaks silence since injury: 'I shall rise yet again'

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If you thought Aaron Rodgers' career was over, think again.

The four-time MVP ruptured his Achilles in his very first drive as a New York Jets quarterback on Monday, not only quickly extinguishing the team's Super Bowl expectations, but bringing up the possibility that Rodgers may not return.

But in breaking his silence since the injury, he gave fans a reason for hope.

"The night is darkest before the dawn," he wrote on Instagram. "And I shall rise yet again."

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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) warms up before playing against the Buffalo Bills in an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J.  (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

The quarterback posted three photos on his account - one of him running onto the field with the American flag (the game was on the 22nd anniversary on 9/11), another shot of him warming up, and another sitting on the field right after the injury.

Rodgers said he is "completely heartbroken" about the circumstances, but has started the "healing process."

"Thank you to every person that has reached out, called, texted, DM’d, connected through a friend, etc.," he wrote. "It has meant a ton to me, and I’ll try and get back to all of you soon. I’m completely heartbroken and moving through all of the emotions, but deeply touched and humbled by the support and love. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I begin the healing process today…

"Proud of my guys, 1-0."

MetLife Stadium was a party heading into Monday night, as it was supposed to be the kickoff of maybe the most highly anticipated season in the franchise's history. However, it