Aaron Rodgers missed the New York Jets mandatory minicamp due to a pre-planned trip to Egypt, which was part of his Achilles injury recovery. Despite being unexcused, the Jets are not concerned about it affecting Rodgers heading into camp.
Key Points
Rodgers missed the minicamp due to a pre-planned trip to Egypt for his Achilles injury recovery.
Despite the absence, the Jets are not concerned about it affecting Rodgers' readiness for the upcoming season.
Some criticized Rodgers for missing the mandatory minicamp, citing it as a bad look for a team leader.
Pros
Aaron Rodgers had a legitimate reason for missing the minicamp due to a pre-planned trip related to his injury recovery.
Cons
Rodgers' absence from the mandatory minicamp was considered unexcused and criticized by some, including Julian Edelman.