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Hall of Famer Joe Klecko thinks Aaron Rodgers could 'absolutely' ruin Jets locker room

As the rumors pick up regarding Aaron Rodgers' future, one that has especially been picking up steam is the four-time MVP quarterback being shipped to the quarterback-coveting Jets.

It's an idea to which former Jets defensive lineman and Pro Football Hall of Famer Joe Klecko gives an emphatic thumbs down.

While speaking on CBS Sports Radio's "Zach Gelb Show," Klecko said he thinks Rodgers and the Jets aren't a good match and that Rodgers could "absolutely" ruin the locker room dynamic.

"I don't think Rodgers is a fit with the young guys," Klecko said. "I relate this to myself with a young team that came up when we started winning. Why it was a good fit for all of us was because we all worked together and came up together."

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Klecko was quick to acknowledge Rodgers' credentials calling him a "great player," and adding, "you don't become an MVP (four) times without doing what he's done."

But Klecko also said that Rodgers' "condescending" attitude when he doesn't have the perfect arrangement with receivers and game plan is something the Jets don't need.

"(Receiver Garrett) Wilson won rookie of the year, offensive player. I can't see him coming back to the huddle and Rodgers lambasting him for running the wrong route," Klecko said. "It's not gonna fit. I don't see it."

Klecko added that he could see Derek Carr, who was recently released by the Raiders, being a better match.

"I just can't see them going after a guy that has had all his years and had his way and when it doesn't turn out his way he goes dark," Klecko said. "I just can't see it."

When Gelb asked if Klecko could see Rodgers ruining the locker room, Klecko said: "Absolutely. You got a young bunch of guys (who) are fighting with each other, and you bring a guy in who has his own opinion about things. I think that could turn a bad feeling in that locker room."

Klecko starred with the Jets from 1977-88, winning defensive player of the year in 1981 when he led the league in sacks. He was announced as a member of this year's Hall of Fame class earlier this month.

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