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Why Chris Simms says Packers' fear of 49ers could help in NFC title

Last time the 49ers and Green Bay Packers met, Aaron Rodgers and Co. were embarrassed on national television as the Niners announced themselves as legitimate Super Bowl contenders with a 37-8 stomping at Levi's Stadium.

Now, the Packers will return to Santa Clara with a trip to Super Bowl LIV on the line when they face the 49ers on Sunday in the NFC Championship Game.

The 29-point beatdown in their first meeting has many already penciling in the 49ers as the NFC champions. It certainly played a role in Vegas making them heavy betting favorites.