Aaron Rodgers might not have fired Robert Saleh – but Rodgers could have saved him

The biggest problem with Aaron Rodgers' “yes, I've been vaccinated” routine three years ago wasn't what his critics gave him. Fodder for fair criticism. That impairs his credibility forever.

And so, when Rogers says it is “Obviously false” Given that he fired former Jets coach Robert Saleh, it's fair to wonder if Rodgers is telling the truth — or if he's hiding behind a technicality again.

Did Rogers order Code Red? no Perhaps he just made a call after hearing Saleh resign offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett at a staff meeting Tuesday morning. A call aimed at saving Hackett without abandoning Saleh. But if that means Saleh leaves, so be it.

Even if Rodgers didn't fire Saleh, Rodgers could have saved Saleh. Rodgers certainly has that kind of juice, thanks to his accomplishments, his status, and his decision to give up more than $30 million in salary after being traded to the Jets.

Apply common sense. Ambassador Johnson would not have fired Saleh without giving Rogers access. Ambassador Johnson would not have fired Saleh if Rogers did not want to.

Rogers could have said, “Don't do it.” And if Rodgers didn't get a chance to say it before Saleh was fired, Rodgers can say it now.

He has shown that he has no qualms about speaking his mind. What will the Jets do, cut him?

If Rodgers disagreed with the decision to fire Saleh, Rodgers could have said so before it happened. And he should be told now. Otherwise, common sense suggests that Rogers had no opposition. Which is no different than wanting to happen.

He can deny that he wanted what he wanted. Common sense suggests that, even if Rodgers hadn't fired Saleh, Rodgers could have prevented it from happening.

The truth is that he didn't say much.