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Chris Simms Credits Weak Defenses For Mason Rudolph’s Success, Says Kenny Pickett ‘Would Have Looked Better Too’

Many fans had been clamoring for QB Mason Rudolph to get his shot at some point in the 2023 season, especially after an incredibly slow start from the passing game. He finally got his chance to start in Week 16 and has led the team to back-to-back electric victories to keep them alive in the playoff race.

But not everyone is directly crediting Rudolph with the team’s late-season turnaround. Former NFL QB Chris Simms shared his thoughts on his NBC show Chris Simms Unbuttoned.

“Listen, he deserves to start. I get it.” Simms admitted. “But he’s been fortunate.