The New York Jets kick off their 2025 season at MetLife Stadium against the Pittsburgh Steelers in a Week 1 clash packed with undercurrents. The biggest storyline? Former Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers returns to face the team that released him.

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn has kept things disciplined, refusing to rehash the Rodgers saga and instead focusing on the Jets’ present roster and scheme. Meanwhile, at the helm for New York is their new quarterback, Justin Fields, who also happens to have a hometown tie to Pittsburgh. The dynamic feels both fresh and personal, with Fields looking to carve out his identity while going head-to-head with Rodgers in front of Jets fans.

On the field, the battle on the right side of the Jets’ offensive line will be a pivotal subplot. Rookie Armand Memb

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