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NFL fans in London can rejoice as Packers meet Giants in an enticing clash on Sunday. Packers superstar Aaron Rodgers will play the game. The Giants and Green Bay are locked 3-1 after four games. They beat New England Patriots, and the matchup saw A-Rod and Patriots coach Bill Belichick share their admiration for each other. 

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The NFL star spoke to the host and his best buddy Pat McAfee about his excitement about returning to London. He also discussed his relationship with Patriots’ legendary coach Bill Belichick. Talking about the 70-year-old coach, Rodgers said he is a legend and shared his respect for him. “I have made up with a lot of coaches during the off-season. Bill is such a legend. Obviously had incredible success. He’s a fantastic coach. The way he handles me is legendary,” he added. 

A-Rod showers praise on Patriots coach

The NFL great has revealed what he liked about Belichick. “The thing that touched me is he has come for the pre-games. He got to chat for 45 seconds, and that was really meaningful. Obviously, he’s a phenomenal coach. I have so much respect for him,” A-Rod said. Earlier, Belichick in a presser lauded the four-time MVP and addedhe’s too good”. This was after the Packers beat Patriots 27-24 in a close game. 

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Meanwhile, the Super Bowl XLV winner also spoke about playing in London, and why it excited him a lot. “I’m excited to be going over there. It’s been a long time in the making. There are a lot of Packers Bars over there. There are a lot of fans. They love their soccer. Excited to be going over there,” he added. It will be a new challenge for A-Rod and Co. as they have to get acclimated to new playing conditions. The 38-year-old confirmed he and the team will travel to London on Thursday. 

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Aaron Rodgers has a major task in hand

After four games, the Packers are one of the happiest teams in the NFL. They stand second in the NFC North Division, led by Vikings. The win against the Buccaneers lifted their spirits high, and they repeated the consistency by beating the Patriots. 

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The Packers will aim at a place in the playoffs. A-Rod has already set his goal straight, which is to win the trophy once again, as he enjoys probably the fag end of his 18-year-old career. 

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