
Tyrod Taylor talks new role as Jets’ Aaron Rodgers backup after Giants tenure
NY Post
Jets backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor, a 14-year NFL veteran and former Giant, connects with Post columnist Steve Serby for some training camp Q&A.
Q: What amazes you most about Aaron Rodgers?
A: Obviously he throws and spins. It’s like no one we probably have ever seen at this level. Obviously I’ve known Aaron from afar, had a lot of respect for one another. We’ve crossed paths throughout the 14 years that I’ve played. He’s a true leader. Obviously he’s played this game at a high level for a lot of years. He’s very personable. He cares about the guys, he cares about what we put on the field, he holds everyone accountable. … He’s easy to be around.
Q: Do you sense a hunger in him, after missing last season?
A: A hundred percent. Anytime anyone in this profession misses a year … I don’t think it’s for the outside, but I think he also wants to show this team, this organization, who they brought in was the right person. And we all believe that within the locker room. And I have no doubt in my mind he’s going to continue to keep playing at a high level. Just to see the work that he puts in day in and day out.
Q: Is there anything funny he’s said that has resonated with you?

Suddenly, someone had hit a rewind button and everyone had been transported back seven months. It was early spring instead of late fall, it was broiling hot outside the arena walls and not freezing cold. Everyone was back at TD Garden. There were 19,156 frenzied fans on their feet begging for blood, poised for the kill.












