Aaron Rodgers has a new backer as tensions continue to simmer between him and the Green Bay Packers—it's the franchise icon he previously replaced.
Speaking to SiriusXM NFL Radio on Wednesday, Brett Favre explained that his protege has earned the right to have his voice heard on personnel matters and that the Packers should've been more willing to accept his input.
Said Favre (h/t ProFootball Talk's Mike Florio):
"I do think this in regards to Aaron but also let's say Tom Brady, Russell Wilson, guys who've paid their dues and certainly should be listened to when, you know, let's just use Aaron as an example.