Jets' Aaron Rodgers receives credit from Zach Wilson on long completion: 'Great call'

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The New York Jets kicked off the NFL’s preseason on Thursday night against the Cleveland Browns in the Hall of Fame Game. 

They did so without the services of their new quarterback, as four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers did not suit up for New York’s first preseason game. 

Quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers, left, and Zach Wilson of the New York Jets warm up prior to the 2023 Hall of Fame Game against the Cleveland Browns at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, on Thursday.  (Nick Cammett/Getty Images)

Zach Wilson, the No. 2 overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft, received the start for the Jets and quarterbacked the offense for the first three series. 

On the second series, Wilson uncorked a bomb to wide receiver Malik Taylor, who completed the catch for a 57-yard gain. 

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After the game, Wilson said Rodgers suggested the play for offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, who was calling plays.

"Great call by Aaron Rodgers," Wilson said, per the Jets' website. "Have to give him a shout-out there. We were backed up and were taking a shot down the field. It was kind of pick your matchup because those guys were just playing single man, which I think is great for preseason ball to see the guys can win and separate, and Malik has done a great job all training camp, so I wanted to go to his side. I liked the matchup with the corner as well and he did a great job winning."

Wilson finished the night passing 3-5 for 65 yards, leading the Jets on two drives resulting in field goals. 

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson looks on prior to the 2023 Hall of