Marshawn Lynch had a blistering NFL career that saw him earn the nickname “Beast Mode” for the way he used to run after catching a pass. Although he has since retired, having played 12 seasons in the NFL. Lynch didn’t shy away from standing up for his ex-Cal teammate Aaron Rodgers. Having spent a single season playing together for the University of California, the former Seahawks RB was full of praise for the four-time NFL MVP.

Appearing on the Pat McAfee show, Lynch was asked about the Jets this season and their chances with Aaron Rodgers back into the lineup. Sharing his thoughts, the five-time Pro Bowler stated, “I will always pull for Aaron Rodgers because I know the work ethic that he has. I know how smart he is, and I know how much he loves football. He’s really an OG out there who is continuing to do his thing. As long that dude is out there. I wouldn’t care if he would throw that b— from a wheelchair. As long as he got that arm, I am counting him in.”

Although they didn’t spend much time playing together, Lynch was quick to support his former teammate, who seemingly launched his career in football. Going back to last season, when Rodgers was experiencing a tough time with his ACL injury that sidelined him for the season. Lynch recalled their Cal days when A-Rod helped push Marshawn into the university’s team. When Lynch was out there waiting for his first snaps, Rodgers took care of some upperclassmen.

As Lynch shared on Shannon Sharpe’s show Club Shay Shay, “As a freshman, you know it’s hard to play. And there was a running back on our team who rushed for, I think, 1,500 the year before and had 2,000 my freshman year,” Well, the running back Lynch may be referring to was J.J Arrington, who went on to play for the Cardinals, Broncos and Eagles in the NFL. However, the former Super Bowl Champion didn’t have a great start as Rodgers took the flak for him.

When the running back coach approached to confront him about his time on the field, Rodgers stepped in, “Nah, Nah, that was me. No, No, I did the wrong thing.” Like Rodgers used to have the back of Lynch during his early days, the former RB may be returning the favor this time around. But taking nothing away from A-Rod this week’s game could see him reach a huge milestone in his career in the NFL.

Aaron Rodgers en route to leave a lasting impact in the NFL this week

When Rodgers steps foot in London to take on the Vikings this week, he could need 96 yards to etch his name in NFL record books. This would see him surpass 60,000 yards, thereby joining the elite ranks of Tom Brady, Drew Brees, Peyton Manning, Brett Favre and others. Well, it would be an emotional moment for Rodgers, who saw Favre touch those heights during his 18-year stint with the Packers.

Expressing his thoughts about reaching this milestone himself, the Jets QB shared, “But when I’m in the position now, that’s what it feels like. It feels like I’ve been playing for a long time, and naturally, this would be part of the process. But I’m thankful to be playing still, now that there are milestones like this to hit.” Playing for the most part in Green Bay, Rodgers racked up 59,055 yards over 18 seasons. His 50,000-yard play came through a Robert Tonyan TD pass that sealed their 41-25 victory against the Bears in 2020.

Seeing his impact on the field, Rodgers was quick to appreciate others as he closes in on the record, “I’m thankful for all the guys that caught passes from me, for all the guys that blocked for me.” Being part of nearly 12,000 plays in his career in the NFL, Rodgers is truly a great of the game. As he leads the Jets this season, we hope that A-Rod continues to perform the way he has over the years.