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Aaron Rodgers Throws Two Interceptions, Including Pick-Six, as Jets Trail Vikings 17-7

Oct 6, 2024, 02:15 PM

The New York Jets faced a challenging first half against the Minnesota Vikings in London, with quarterback Aaron Rodgers throwing two interceptions, including a 63-yard pick-six by Andrew Van Ginkel. This marked the first time in Rodgers' career he threw two interceptions in the first quarter of a game. The Jets' offense struggled, managing only one first down and trailing 17-0 at one point. Rodgers completed 10 of 20 passes for 95 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions by halftime. Despite a rough start, Rodgers managed to connect with Allen Lazard for a touchdown, reducing the deficit to 17-7. However, Rodgers also experienced a scare when he went down with a leg injury but returned to the game shortly after. The Vikings initially took a 10-0 lead following the pick-six, which was Rodgers' first since October 2022. Rodgers had a quarterback rating of 2.8 during the first quarter.