Aaron Rodgers Uses Instagram to 'Welcome Smash'

Jets signed former Packers' safety Adrian Amos and their veteran quarterback shared the news on social media

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The New York Jets' new safety's name is Adrian Amos, but his friends call him "Smash."

Amos signed a contract with the team on Tuesday afternoon and quarterback Aaron Rodgers quickly opened the Instagram app to publicly welcome his former Green Bay Packers teammate aboard.

Using the social media app's story feature, Rodgers shared the Jets' official Instagram post announcing Amos's signing and the future Hall-of-Fame field general added the message "Welcome Smash 💪."

Amos uses the nickname Smash in both his Twitter handle and Instagram profile name. The 30-year old safety has certainly delivered his share of smash hits over eight NFL seasons. He has made at least 65 tackles every year as a pro and set his career high with 102 stops in 2022.

Rodgers, who officially joined the Jets on April 26, played with Amos each of the past four seasons with the Packers. Even prior to Amos landing in Green Bay, Rodgers saw the safety at least twice per year since he was drafted by the NFC North rival Chicago Bears in 2015.

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Amos, an accomplished starter, is one of five former Packers to sign veteran free-agent deals with Gang Green over the past three months.

It started when receiver Allen Lazard, who was Rodgers's top target last year in Green Bay, agreed to terms with the Jets during the free agency negotiating window. 

Next, backup quarterback Tim Boyle, receiver Randall Cobb and offensive tackle Billy Turner followed.

"I love Randall. I’m the Godfather to his second. Him and Aiyda have been really special in my life for a long time. Love them, glad he’s here," said Rodgers after an OTAs practice. "There’s that chemistry and winning with good people that’s been a big part of this game and I’ve always believed in. I’m obviously glad Billy is here, another high character guy."

As expected of a four-time NFL MVP with a Hall-of-Fame resumé, Rodgers has taken on a leadership role since joining the Jets. He showed his commitment by remaining in New Jersey for the duration of OTAs and was said to be vocal during team meetings.

"I’m just thankful for Joe [Douglas] and Rob [Saleh] and how they’ve worked together and set the framework of this team," said the 39-year old quarterback.

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