Neither quarterback was effective in Sunday’s 14-6 loss to Kansas City, though Todd Collins completed a 42-yard pass to Santana Moss on his second play. But he failed to produce on two trips inside the Chiefs’ 25-yard line. Overall, Collins completed six of 14 passes for 75 yards.

“I was disappointed for Jason,” Collins said. “No one likes to see someone get pulled from a game. I know what that feels like. And when I got in there I was disappointed I couldn’t help the team win. It was a difficult day for both of us.”

Campbell hesitated in the pocket and at times appeared uncomfortable, as if he were anticipating a heavier rush.

He said he wasn’t angry about being pulled.

“You’ve got to try to stay positive and not put your head down and just understand that there are going to be fingers pointed and things happen for a reason,” Campbell said. “I can’t just get down on myself and start thinking that I’m the problem.

“It’s difficult to watch. I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t. At the same time, I was hoping we could win.”

Receiver Santana Moss said, “It’s tough being Jason because you look at the game and it was tough for Todd. That’s how it’s been all year for Jason. I’d hate to be him.”

Considering Zorn said the benching was related to Sunday’s game only, Campbell could remain the starter. But he sees positives in both.

“Jason has better mobility,” Zorn said. “He has a hose for an arm and he can throw it down the field. Todd has been able to disperse the ball with better accuracy and rhythm, so they each have their advantages.”

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