Rodgers on if Jets owner wants him back in 2025 - 'Ask Woody' - ESPN

One day after enjoying a laugh at the expense of New York Jets owner Woody Johnson, quarterback Aaron Rodgers offered an unusually curt response Tuesday when asked about Johnson — boosting the perception of a rift between them.

Rodgers, discussing his future, said he must be «in the plans of multiple people, starting with the ownership» for the Jets to retain him in 2025. The future Hall of Famer sidestepped a question on whether he believes Johnson wants him back.

«You should ask Woody,» Rodgers said tersely.

Has he had any conversations with Johnson about his future?

«No.»

Rodgers, 41, is preparing for what likely will be the final two games of his Jets' career — and perhaps his NFL career. Despite an MCL injury to his left knee, Rodgers said he's planning to play Sunday against the Buffalo Bills, insisting, «There is no way I'm not playing.» Earlier Tuesday, interim coach Jeff Ulbrich was noncommittal.

With the Jets (4-11) closing out their most disappointing season in recent memory, the game is the secondary storyline to Rodgers, who continues to make headlines.

On Monday, he poked Johnson during his weekly appearance on «The Pat McAfee Show,» saying he's never been released by a teenager — a reference to a recent story by The Athletic that said Johnson is influenced by his teenage sons, Brick and Jack.

A source told ESPN recently that he'd be «shocked» if Johnson, 77, brings back Rodgers, who is under contract for 2025 but hasn't played up to expectations. In Week 6, Johnson suggested benching Rodgers, sources said. That didn't sit well with Rodgers, who has battled through various leg injuries to stay on the field.

In recent days, Rodgers has talked openly about the possibility of being released, perhaps as soon as