WR Allen Lazard says Aaron Rodgers was 'big reason' he wound up with Jets

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Allen Lazard spoke publicly about his decision to sign a long-term contract with the Jets.

The wide receiver told TMZ Sports quarterback Aaron Rodgers, his former teammate in Green Bay, was a "big reason" he decided to make the jump to New York.

Lazard is confident Rodgers will join him in New York before the 2023 season kicks off.

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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard (13) talks with quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) after a play during a game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit Jan. 9, 2022. (Amy Lemus/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

"There's no worry on my end," Lazard said of the stalemate between the Jets and the Packers. "Especially knowing that Aaron has his full-on commitment to being a New York Jet this year."

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The day after the Jets and Lazard reached an agreement on a contract, Rodgers appeared on "The Pat McAfee Show" and publicly announced his intentions to play in New York in 2023.

The Jets' decision to hire former Packers offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett also played a role in Lazard's decision to join the team.

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard (13) celebrates with quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) during a game against the Cleveland Browns Dec. 25, 2021, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.  (Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Hackett resigned from his role as the Packers' offensive coordinator following the 2021 season and was named the head coach of the Denver Broncos. 

He was fired during the 2022 season after a disappointing start in Denver.