Rodgers played 17 games in the 2024 season for New York after returning at the age of 40 from a ruptured Achilles tendon.
The side finished the campaign with a losing 5-12 record His 3,897 yards and 28 TDs were the third-best single-season totals in franchise history, but the side have now decided to move on from the former Green Bay Packers star.
"Last week we met with Aaron and shared that our intention was to move in a different direction at quarterback," said HC Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey in a statement released by the team.
"It was important to have this discussion now to provide clarity and enable each of us the proper time to plan for our respective futures. We want to thank him for the leadership, passion, and dedication he brought to the organization and wish him success moving forward."
Veteran Tyrod Taylor, Jordan Travis, a 2024 fifth-round pick from Florida State who was placed on the reserve/non-football injury list in August, and Adrian Martinez, who signed a futures contract in January, are the three other QBs currently on the roster. It is likely that the Jets will go into the draft searching for their new 'QB1'.
"I personally want to thank Aaron for his time at the New York Jets," said Chairman Woody Johnson in a statement released by the team. "His arrival in 2023 was met with unbridled excitement and I will forever be grateful that he chose to join us to continue his Hall of Fame career.
"From day one, he embodied all that it meant to be a New York Jet, embraced our fans, and immersed himself in our city. That is what I will remember most when I look back at his time here. He will always be welcome, and I wish him only the best in whatever he chooses to do next."
Rodgers has yet to comment on the move with his future in the league now under serious doubt. He was last pictured playing golf before the Pheonix Open last week.