Colin Kaepernick says he wants to get back in the NFL, is willing to be a backup

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Vince Carbonneau
April 19, 2022 (11:45)

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Even though former 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick has not taken a snap in the NFL in the past 6 years, he still is making headlines almost on a daily basis.

He was seen working out with Bears QB Justin Fields a few weeks ago. He then held a workout in front of scouts during the halftime of the University of Michigan's spring game last week.

Yesterday, he appeared on the I AM ATHLETE hosted by former Bears receiver Brandon Marshall.

Kaepernick said some very powerful stuff regarding his future on the podcast.

"I just need that opportunity to walk through the door. I know I have to find my way back in. So, if I have to come in as a backup, that's fine," Kaepernick told the guys.

"But that's not where I'm staying. And when I prove that I'm a starter, I want to be able to step on the field as such. I just need that opportunity to walk through the door."

Here is the clip in question:

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Colin Kaepernick says he wants to get back in the NFL, is willing to be a backup

Even though former 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick has not taken a snap in the NFL in the past 6 years, he still is making headlines almost on a daily basis.

As a GM, would you give Colin Kaepernick a shot?