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This was the Jets' second season after acquiring four-time MVP quarterbackAaron Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers. Following a season-ending Achilles injury to Rodgers in Week 1 of the 2023 season, the Jets tried to improve on their 7–10 record from 2022 and 2023, return to the playoffs for the first time since 2010, and end the longest active playoff drought in American professional sports, but failed to do either of those after an overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 14.
Despite the return of Rodgers and the addition of several key offensive players such as Mike Williams and Davante Adams, the Jets had their worst start since 2021, beginning the year 2–6. A Week 13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks ensured the Jets' ninth consecutive losing season, continuing the longest active streak in the league. It was also the franchise's fifth consecutive season with ten or more losses. After a Week 16 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, the Jets failed to match their 7–10 record from the previous two seasons, and suffered their worst record since 2021, and also the most losses for Aaron Rodgers in a single season as a starter. In addition, none of the team's players were named to the initial Pro Bowl roster for the first time since 2021.
Trades
Trades below only are for trades that included a player. Draft pick-only trades will go in draft section.
^Had Reddick reached 67.5% of playing time and gotten 10 sacks in 2024 or Reddick was traded to an NFC team, the Eagles would have acquired the Jets' 2026 2nd round selection. Neither were met since Reddick only had one sack and only played in 57% of the Jets' snaps in 2024, so the Eagles get the Jets' 3rd round selection instead.
^Had Adams been a first or second team All-Pro in 2024 or on Jets active roster for AFC championship game or Super Bowl LIX, the Raiders receive the Jets' 2025 2nd round selection instead. The Jets ultimately missed the playoffs in 2024, and Adams wasn't named to the 2024 All-Pro team, therefore, the Raiders received the Jets third that was previously acquired from Detroit (92nd overall)
^ abcdeThe Jets traded their first- and sixth-round selections (10th and 203rd) to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for first-, fourth- and fifth-round selections (11th, 129th and 157th).[3]
^The Jets traded a second-round selection (41st overall), 2023 first-, second- and sixth-round selections (13th, 42nd and 207th) to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for 2023 first and fifth-round selections (15th and 170th), and QB Aaron Rodgers.[4]
^ abcThe Jets traded third- and fifth-round selections (72nd and 157th overall) to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a third-round selection (65th).[5]
^ abcThe Jets traded a fourth-round selection (111th overall) to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for fourth- and sixth-round selections (126th and 190th overall).[6]
^ abcThe Jets traded fourth- and sixth-round selections (113th and 218th overall) to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for a fourth-round selection (134th overall) and OT Morgan Moses.[7]
^ abThe Jets traded a fifth-round selection (145th overall) and DE Jacob Martin to the Denver Broncos in exchange for a fourth-round selection (113th overall).[8]
^The Jets traded a fourth-round selection (126th overall) to the Detroit Lions in exchange for a 2025 third-round selection.[9]
^ abcThe Jets traded a fourth-round selection (129th overall) to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for two fifth-round selections (173rd and 176th overall).[10]
^ abcThe Jets traded two sixth-round selections (185th and 190th overall) to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a fifth-round selection (171st overall).[11]
^ abThe Jets traded a seventh-round selection and QB Zach Wilson to the Denver Broncos in exchange for a sixth-round selection (203rd overall).[12]
^The Jets traded a seventh-round selection to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for S Chuck Clark.[13]
Aaron Rodgers's return did not end well as the 49ers rushing attack overwhelmed the Jets defense despite missing reigning Offensive Player of the Year Christian McCaffrey.
Week 2: at Tennessee Titans
Week 2: New York Jets at Tennessee Titans – Game summary
Jets rookie RB Braelon Allen tied the record for becoming the youngest player to score a touchdown from scrimmage, at age 20 years, 239 days, as he scored the game winning touchdown against the Titans. Unfortunately, Pro Bowl DE Jermaine Johnson tore his Achilles and would miss the rest of the season.
Week 3: vs. New England Patriots
Week 3: New England Patriots at New York Jets – Game summary
Despite Aaron Rodgers throwing for a 52-yard hail mary at the end of the first half against the Bills to cut the deficit to 20-17, the Jets could not complete the comeback and lost to the Bills.[16]
Week 7: at Pittsburgh Steelers
Week 7: New York Jets at Pittsburgh Steelers – Game summary
PIT – George Pickens – 5 receptions, 111 yards, TD
Facing the Steelers and Russell Wilson in his first start for the team, he embarrassed the Jets throwing for 264 yards and 2 touchdowns as the Jets failed to score in the 2nd half. This was the first game for newcomer Davante Adams as he was traded to the Jets from the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday after their loss to the Bills.
Week 8: at New England Patriots
Week 8: New York Jets at New England Patriots – Game summary
Looking for their first sweep over the Patriots since 2000, the Jets once again failed to win a game they were favored and backup QB Jacoby Brissett led a game winning drive after rookie QB Drake Maye left with a concussion. Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein continued to struggle as he missed a PAT and a field goal. In addition, the Jets became the first team in NFL history to score at least 20 points, hold an opponent under 250 total yards, and not turn the ball over once, and yet lose the game.[17]
Week 9: vs. Houston Texans
Week 9: Houston Texans at New York Jets – Game summary
TV announcers (KRIV, WNYW, Prime Video): Al Michaels, Kirk Herbsreit and Kaylee Hartung Game exclusive to KRIV and WNYW through syndication. Out of market on Prime Video.
The Jets were in perfect position to snap the losing streak, but their defense folded at the last minute, dropping them to 3–8 heading into their bye week.
Week 13: vs. Seattle Seahawks
Week 13: Seattle Seahawks at New York Jets – Game summary
With yet another chance to revive their season, the Jets offense flamed out after a pick six from former Jet Leonard Williams. Despite a great performance by their special teams, the defense couldn't stop making mistakes and fell to Seattle to clinch their 9th straight losing season.
Week 14: at Miami Dolphins
Week 14: New York Jets at Miami Dolphins – Game summary
Despite Rodgers passing for 300 yards for the first time since 2021, the Jets defense couldn't stop anything as they lost in overtime to the Dolphins, eliminating them from the playoffs for the 14th straight season, the longest active drought in the NFL and in all 4 major sports.
Week 15: at Jacksonville Jaguars
Week 15: New York Jets at Jacksonville Jaguars – Game summary
The Jets never punted during the game; despite this, they were held to just 9 points, as the team failed to convert on 4th down three times during the game, Aaron Rodgers lost a fumble on a strip-sack and Anders Carlson missed a 46-yard field goal. The 11 losses during this season were the most for Aaron Rodgers in a season as a starting quarterback.
Week 17: at Buffalo Bills
Week 17: New York Jets at Buffalo Bills – Game summary
Aaron Rodgers was pulled during the 4th quarter after the Jets trailed 40–0 and he had thrown 2 interceptions; with the huge loss, the Jets fell to 4–12.
Week 18: vs. Miami Dolphins
Week 18: Miami Dolphins at New York Jets – Game summary
MIA – Jonnu Smith 4-yard pass from Tyler Huntley (Jason Sanders kick), 5:21. Jets 25–20. Drive: 12 plays, 70 yards, 5:03.
NYJ – Breece Hall 6-yard pass from Aaron Rodgers (Greg Joseph kick), 2:30. Jets 32–20. Drive: 9 plays, 70 yards, 2:51.
Top passers
MIA – Tyler Huntley – 25/41, 227 yards, TD, 2 INT
NYJ – Aaron Rodgers – 23/36, 274 yards, 4 TD, INT
Top rushers
MIA – De'Von Achane – 11 rushes, 121 yards, TD
NYJ – Breece Hall – 12 rushes, 57 yards
Top receivers
MIA – Jonnu Smith – 9 receptions, 56 yards, TD
NYJ – Davante Adams – 6 receptions, 88 yards, TD
The Jets' disappointing season closed on a high note, as Aaron Rodgers threw his 500th career touchdown pass to Tyler Conklin before adding three more in the game, while the Jets' defense forced four turnovers, defeating the Dolphins 32–20 and eliminating them from playoff contention.