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Aaron Rodgers and Robert Saleh’s awkward handshake leads to a plenty of confusion among viewers

Aaron Rodgers and Robert Saleh’s awkward handshake leads to a plenty of confusion among viewers
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Aaron Rodgers and Robert Saleh were both excited after the New York Jets had a 14-0 lead in their Thursday Night Football matchup. However, Rodgers felt his head coach was too amped after Breece Hall's touchdown run. After a brief handshake with Saleh, Rodgers pushed his coach away, as seen in a video captured by Amazon Prime's broadcast. Rodgers followed his arm-bar with an icy stare at Saleh. That was the cherry-on-top of the most cringe worthy moment of TNF's first half.Also Read: “I'd just fade away and die anonymously”: Former NFL player Steve Gleason speaks about his ALS diagnosis

Aaron Rodgers and Robert Saleh’s awkward handshake

The New York Jets and New England Patriots played on Thursday Night Football in Week 3. Jets took a 14-3 lead in the first half, while the Patriots managed only three first downs and 40 yards of offense. However, an awkward moment appeared between Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers and coach Robert Saleh.
After the Jets scored their second touchdown, Rodgers was met by his coach, who was happy and fired up, while Saleh was unfazed by Rodgers' performance. Many viewers were confused by Rodgers' reaction. Rodgers' anger towards Saleh is unlikely to have been the primary reason for his actions, but the energy he emits into the universe may cause people to wonder.
Rodgers made his first home start since his departure from Jets over a year ago when he tore his Achilles tendon. He was introduced to the crowd ahead of the game against New England, which created a buzz around the event as fireworks and LED wristbands swept throughout the arena. Rodgers brought excitement in the first half, but this excitement told more about the Jets' 14-3 lead towards the fans wearing green and white No. 8 jerseys.Rodgers scored his first touchdown pass at home by the Jets on September 11, 2023, on what was the 22nd anniversary of the terrorist attacks. He was 15 of 20 for 170 yards and a touchdown to Allen Lazard. Later that day he tore his left Achilles tendon during his Jets debut, confirmed the following day. He underwent an operation on 13 September, and the minute marked one of the most important moments of his career so far. Rodgers was a signal of real value at MetLife Stadium.After an injury, quarterback Aaron Rodgers had doubts about his future, but turned them into motivation to return late last season if the Jets made the playoffs. After falling out of the postseason hunt, Rodgers focused on being ready for Week 1. He was solid but unspectacular in a season-opening loss to San Francisco and a win at Tennessee, where he went 5 for 5 passing. He entered the game against the Patriots with three touchdown passes, 343 yards passing, and an interception. Now, Rodgers is back at MetLife Stadium, looking to push his disappointment and create memorable moments.Also Read: Kirk Cousins reveals that he hoped Eagles to win the final drive of MNF game


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