Aaron Rodgers responds to Malachi Corley’s goal-line blunder: You never know what you’re going to see

Dduring his weekly performance op The Pat McAfee Show, Aaron Rodgers reflected on Malachi Corley’s near-touchdown blunderwho saw Korley dropping the ball prematurely just before crossing the goal line during Thursday night’s game.

The moment that would be marked Corley’s first career touchdowninstead became a lesson in how to properly finish plays.

Rodgers revealed that the Jets’ coaching staff had even discussed similar incidents, with players warned to avoid celebrations before securing the points.

He explained: “You never know what you’re going to see in a game. We get a little analytical conversation every week about the whole league – time management, clock management, things to do and things not to do.”

Rodgers noted that the team’s situational coordinator, Then Shamashhad highlighted a recent example with the Falcons tight end Kyle Pittswho narrowly avoided losing a touchdown by slowing down before crossing the line.

Rodgers shared his side advice with Korleyemphasizing the importance of holding on to those crucial moments.

“Why would you ever drop the ball?” Rodgers said he asked Corley. “That was your first touchdown! You celebrate with that thing, you run to the sideline with that thing, and you hand it to (an equipment staffer) and say this is mine.”

For Rodgers the play served as a reminder of the discipline needed in big moments, especially for players just beginning to establish themselves in the league.

The game mirrored itself Pitts’ recent run-in with party issues when he almost hit the ball away Antoine Winfield Jr. from Tampa Bay. before officially crossing the goal line.

However, unlike Pitts’ play – where the touchdown stood due to lack of definitive evidence of the overthrow – Corley’s party proved costly, negating his first career score.

Rodgers adds a light-hearted message to teammates

Rodgers also took the opportunity to gently rib teammates Davante Adams and Garrett Wilson for their own party habits.

“You guys score these touchdowns and hold the ball up before you get to the end zone,” he joked, adding, “I guess I’m an old white man, but can we please run through the middle of the letters, please?” You’re not exactly setting a good example for these guys holding up the damn ball.”

Despite the early setback, the Jets earned a 21-13 victory over the Texans, with Rodgers and the team that shook the incident off in stride.

Rodgers acknowledged Corley’s excitement in the moment was understandable, but noted that it was a learning experience.

“He was excited. It’s a play that happened. It sucks. It’s disappointing. No one feels worse than him, but it’s a little crazy,” he reflected.

For Rodgers, Corley’s mistake served as a humorous but valuable reminder of the discipline needed in competition.

With a win in hand, the Jets move on, but the lesson follows Corley’s fumble is likely to resonate as a memorable example of the need to finish strong.