The Denver Broncos hired Nathaniel Hackett, in part, on the hope that Hackett's pre-existing relationship with Aaron Rodgers would lure the quarterback to Denver. We know how that worked out.
Now the New York Jets, at least in part, are doing the same.
The Jets on Thursday announced Hackett as their new offensive coordinator, along with Keith Carter as their offensive line coach and run game coordinator.
Hackett spent 2019-21 as Green Bay's offensive coordinator, three seasons that saw Rodgers win two MVPs and the Packers reach two NFC title games.
In 2022, Rodgers' passer rating fell more than 20 points and the Packers slumped from three straight 13-win seasons to 8-9 and miss the playoffs.
“Do I still think I can play? Of course,” Rodgers said on Pat McAfee's show last week. “Can I play at a high level? Yeah, the highest. I think I can win MVP again in the right situation. Right situation, is that Green Bay or is that somewhere else? I’m not sure. But I don’t think you should shut down any opportunity. But like I said during the season, it’s got to be both sides actually wanting to work together moving forward.”
Before Green Bay, Packett spent 2013-14 as the offensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills and 2016-18 in the same spot with the Jacksonville Jaguars. His 2017 Jacksonville offense led the NFL in rushing and charged the Jags to the AFC title game.
Hackett, 43, is the son of Paul Hackett. Both played at UC Davis, and both served as offensive coordinator for Gang Green. Hackett spent 2001-04 calling plays for the Jets.
The Jets went 7-10 in 2022 and alternated between second year, No. 2 pick Zach Wilson and fifth year, fifth round pick Mike White at quarterback.
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