NFL rumors: Why Zach Wilson's relationship with Aaron Rodgers 'soured' amid his struggles

Despite both being Jets quarterbacks, Aaron Rodgers and Zach Wilson did not have the strongest bond.

Apparently, the bromance between Aaron Rodgers and Zach Wilson with the New York Jets this season wasn’t all it was cracked up to be.

Though it all started with the best of intentions, things soured between the quarterbacks as the season progressed, according to a bombshell report from Zack Rosenblatt and Dianna Russini of The Athletic.

Rodgers’ tenure with the Jets began with the future Hall of Famer embracing and publicly supporting Wilson at every turn. And though Rodgers was brought in to take his job, Wilson quickly adapted to the backup role and being the veteran’s “little brother.”

Aaron Rodgers when asked how Zach Wilson has handled the situation he’s been in this offseason:

“He’s been incredible. He hasn’t made my life hell everyday.” 😂 pic.twitter.com/aWR2i3Ghr8

— Field Yates (@FieldYates) June 9, 2023

But after Wilson took over the reigns at QB when Rodgers sustained a season-ending ruptured Achilles in the season opener against the Buffalo Bills, the 24-year-old reportedly didn’t have the support of the man he looked up to.

“Wilson barely heard from him” once Rodgers began his intensive rehab following surgery, The Athletic reported.

Aaron Rodgers, Zach Wilson had fractured relationship with Jets

Clearly that was hurtful to Wilson and not productive for the Jets. When Wilson began to flounder, as he had his first two seasons, Rodgers wasn’t as available to help him as he’d been during OTAs and training camp.

The Jets eventually benched Wilson, brought him back to start amid much controversy about whether he’d be willing to step in again. They finished 7-10 and out of the playoffs for the 13^th consecutive season. Wilson closed out the season sidelined with a concussion and Rodgers never made it all the way back in his miracle bid to play again this season.