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Campbell explains why 49ers outsmarting Jets QB Rodgers will be hard

Sep 8, 2024 at 11:40 AM


SANTA CLARA — Linebacker De'Vondre Campbell has more experience than anyone on the 49ers' defense when it comes to going up against quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Campbell and Rodgers were teammates for two seasons with the Green Bay Packers, which means the veteran linebacker experienced a lot of practice reps against the four-time NFL MVP. Campbell does not have to think too long before compiling where Rodgers ranks on his list. "He's the best quarterback I've ever seen, ever played against, ever played with," Campbell told NBC Sports Bay Area. "His arm talent is second to none. He made me a way better player in the two years I was able to spend time with him." The 49ers signed Campbell to a one-year, $4.9 million contract after the Packers released him at a savings of $10 million. Campbell was selected as a first-team All-Pro selection in 2021. He steps into the lineup in place of Dre Greenlaw, who is expected to make a midseason return after sustaining a torn Achilles in the Super Bowl. "I'm not trying to do too much," Campbell said. "I'm just trying to come in and make sure they don't have any drop off. They lost a great player in the Super Bowl, so I'm just trying to come in...
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