According to a report this month by The Athletic, Jets owner Woody Johnson has made team decisions based on the ratings for players in the “Madden” NFL football games from EA Sports. That report also connected Johnson’s sons, Brick Johnson included, to team decisions.

The future of New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers looms as a major question and perhaps he’s trying to send a message.

Future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers could retire or could be released, which “would be a first” — especially if a teenager plays a role.