New York Jets’ fifth-round pick rookie quarterback Jordan Travis is optimistic about his recovery from injury and aims to return soon, eyeing a potential succession to Aaron Rodgers in the future. Travis, known for his contrasting personality to Rodgers, is keen to absorb as much as he can from the veteran quarterback in the Jets’ QB room.
Selected with the 171st overall pick in the fifth round, Travis’s draft position underscores the team’s belief in his long-term potential. While he may have to wait for his opportunity this season, Travis believes he has what it takes to become a starter in the NFL.
Speaking at the Jets’ rookie minicamp on Saturday, Travis expressed his ambition, stating, “One hundred percent, Yes, sir, I do think about that a lot. But right now, I’m just focused on where my feet are, just getting healthy and getting everybody around me better, being a great teammate.”
Reports indicate that Travis is recovering from a leg injury that prematurely ended his 2023 season at Florida State. He aims to return to action around July and August, acknowledging the idea of succeeding the 40-year-old Rodgers as a motivating factor.
Once cleared to return from his broken leg, Travis is expected to slot in as the team’s third quarterback behind Rodgers and Tyrod Taylor. Jets coach Robert Saleh sees Travis as a raw talent with exciting potential, emphasizing the need to refine his throwing mechanics and footwork.
Saleh believes Travis has yet to reach his full potential, having previously relied on pure athleticism to win games. Under the mentorship of Rodgers and Taylor, who have influenced the development of quarterbacks like Baker Mayfield and Justin Herbert, Travis aims to complete his return and continue his growth as a quarterback.
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