Amari Rodgers Gets 100% Real on Brutal Packers Exit

Aaron Rodgers wasn't the only Rodgers to exit Green Bay this year as Amari gets honest on being in another team after the Packers.

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Known as a return specialist, Rodgers played one season with the Packers in 2021 before going to the Texans midway through the 2022 season.

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“It's part of the league. It happens to a lot of people. It doesn't work out somewhere., but another opportunity opens up somewhere else,

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"You just realize that you have to believe in yourself and your craft. When the next opportunity comes, make the best out of it,” Rodgers added.

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When the Texans claimed him off waivers, he showed glimpses of his potential as a former 3rd round pick.

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In six games with the Texans in 2022, Rodgers was able to surpass his total receiving yards during his time with the Packers.

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He registered 154 receiving yards and scored his first touchdown as a pro with the Texans.

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With a rookie QB in the backfield, Rodgers may have to earn his stripes all over again but he only has one thing on his mind.

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With a rookie QB in the backfield, Rodgers may have to earn his stripes all over again but he only has one thing on his mind.

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