Aaron Rodgers offered some advice to No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young as he prepares to embark on his NFL career.

Be gentle with yourself, Rodgers said.

The 39-year-old quarterback added that sometimes every little snap and every practice can feel as if it's the end of the world if things don't go right. But he quickly added, that's not true.

Its a long, long journey, Rodgers said. "Its about holding onto your confidence and enjoying the ride, enjoying the little things every day. But I think hes got a great head on his shoulders, and hell be just fine.

Rodgers played 18 seasons for the Green Bay Packers, but Wednesday represented his first chance to face an opponent as member of the New York Jets during joint practices with the Carolina Panthers at Wofford College.

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