The Aaron Rodgers saga continues to unfold, and this time it has come at a cost to Kalon Barnes.
This week, the Jets made the decision to add Rodgers to the 53-man roster, allowing him to continue practicing for the remainder of the season, despite not being expected to play in any games.
Unfortunately for Barnes, this move resulted in the Jets cutting fullback Nick Bawden. While Bawden cleared waivers and signed with the practice squad, Barnes was the one who ultimately lost his spot on the team.
A seventh-round pick in 2022, Barnes has had a journey through various teams before landing with the Jets earlier this year. His spot on the practice squad now hangs in the balance.
It’s an unusual predicament, sparked by an aging quarterback pushing to return from injury and practice for the remaining weeks of the season even without the prospect of playing in games.
While the outcome of this decision remains uncertain, one thing is clear – when Aaron Rodgers wants something, the results speak for themselves.