Aaron Rodgers Puts the Jets in Their Place: How Daniel Jones' Absence Exposed the Giants

The week began with an impressive display from quarterbacks often overlooked in the NFL. On Friday, Justin Herbert and the Chargers, who had struggled against Patrick Mahomes' Chiefs, clinched a 27-21 victory, marking a significant turning point. Herbert showcased his abilities with a strong performance: 25 completions from 34 attempts, amassing 350 total yards, three touchdowns, and an impressive passer rating of 131.7. Sunday brought redemption for Aaron Rodgers, who, after a tumultuous exit from the Jets, responded with four touchdown passes. He noted the satisfaction of proving skeptics wrong, now sitting fourth in NFL history with 507 touchdown passes. Meanwhile, Justin Fields, despite a close loss, demonstrated resilience, throwing for 218 yards and a touchdown, earning the trust of Jets fans. Geno Smith led the Raiders past the Patriots, while Daniel Jones thrived with the Colts, achieving notable success in his debut. All four quarterbacks defied expectations and left a mark on Week 1.

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