Aaron Rodgers Undergoes ‘Speed Bridge’ Surgery; May Return This Season

Aaron Rodgers of the New York Jets is not ready to quit the 2023 NFL season.

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NFL Insider Ian Rapoport reports that Rodgers has undergone a unique surgical treatment to repair his Achilles injury from Week 1 and return to the field in time for the playoffs.

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Rodgers' totally ruptured left Achilles was fitted with an Achilles "speed bridge" by world-renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache and his colleagues.

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While not certain, this technique may speed up recovery from such injuries. The Achilles “speed bridge” is a novel exercise to expedite recuperation.

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Sources told Rapoport that Rodgers may return in mid-January if the Jets make the playoffs, since the operation could totally restore him in four months.

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To speed his rehabilitation, Rodgers may try platelet-rich plasma injections, which Kobe Bryant and Russell Wilson have tried.

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Jets supporters wanting to see their great quarterback return will find encouragement in Rodgers' tenacity and the unique surgical method.

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Jets supporters will intently monitor Rodgers' season.

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