'Can't wait:' Former Packers' WR Donald Driver to host charity softball game Aug. 5
GRAND CHUTE -- Back by popular demand, former Green Bay Packers' WR Donald Driver will return to Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium for another charity softball game!
GRAND CHUTE -- Back by popular demand, former Green Bay Packers' WR Donald Driver will return to Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium for another charity softball game!
'Obviously I want to finish my career here:' Aaron Rodgers speaks on his contract, team's off-season moves
GREEN BAY -- After a snow day, Green Bay Packers' players on Tuesday, April 17 returned to Lambeau Field to start off-season workouts, and a Yahoo article on QB Aaron Rodgers took over the conversation -- speaking on his contract and the team's off-season moves.In the Yahoo article by Charles Robinson, some league sources were quoted as saying Rodgers was not happy with not being involved in personnel moves that impact him -- saying the QB was frustrated and that feeling could affect any possible contract extension talks.On Tuesday, Rodgers said he's ready to play quarterback to the best of his ability and thinks the contract talks will take care of themselves."Ultimately like the last time, obviously it was large financial numbers.
GREEN BAY -- After a snow day, Green Bay Packers' players on Tuesday, April 17 returned to Lambeau Field to start off-season workouts, and a Yahoo article on QB Aaron Rodgers took over the conversation -- speaking on his contract and the team's off-season moves.In the Yahoo article by Charles Robinson, some league sources were quoted as saying Rodgers was not happy with not being involved in personnel moves that impact him -- saying the QB was frustrated and that feeling could affect any possible contract extension talks.On Tuesday, Rodgers said he's ready to play quarterback to the best of his ability and thinks the contract talks will take care of themselves."Ultimately like the last time, obviously it was large financial numbers.
Green Bay Packers re-sign veteran cornerback Davon House
GREEN BAY — Free agent cornerback Davon House is returning to the Green Bay Packers after agreeing to terms on a one-year deal.General manager Brian Gutekunst announced the signing on Friday.House was Green Bay's fourth-round draft pick in 2011.
GREEN BAY — Free agent cornerback Davon House is returning to the Green Bay Packers after agreeing to terms on a one-year deal.General manager Brian Gutekunst announced the signing on Friday.House was Green Bay's fourth-round draft pick in 2011.
Brett Favre says he might have had 'thousands' of concussions
Brett Favre says he might have had "thousands" of concussions during his Hall of Fame career.The three-time NFL MVP who played from 1992-2010 and was known for his aggressive approach to football said Thursday on NBC's "Megyn Kelly Today" that he is experiencing short-term memory issues.Favre, 48, has become an advocate for concussion research and said he had three or four known concussions during his lengthy career."But as we're learning about concussions," he told Kelly, "there's a term we use in football and maybe other sports, that I got 'dinged.'"If that's a concussion, then I've had hundreds, probably thousands, throughout my career, which is frightening."Favre added that he worries about developing chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) as he ages.
Brett Favre says he might have had "thousands" of concussions during his Hall of Fame career.The three-time NFL MVP who played from 1992-2010 and was known for his aggressive approach to football said Thursday on NBC's "Megyn Kelly Today" that he is experiencing short-term memory issues.Favre, 48, has become an advocate for concussion research and said he had three or four known concussions during his lengthy career."But as we're learning about concussions," he told Kelly, "there's a term we use in football and maybe other sports, that I got 'dinged.'"If that's a concussion, then I've had hundreds, probably thousands, throughout my career, which is frightening."Favre added that he worries about developing chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) as he ages.
Report: Cornerback Davon House agrees to 1-year deal with Green Bay Packers
GREEN BAY -- Cornerback Davon House has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Green Bay Packers, according to NFL writer for Pro Football Weekly Eric Edholm.
GREEN BAY -- Cornerback Davon House has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Green Bay Packers, according to NFL writer for Pro Football Weekly Eric Edholm.
Mark your calendars: Packers 2018 preseason opponents are set!
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers’ preseason schedule features an opener at Lambeau Field and four games against AFC teams.The preliminary schedule was released by the National Football League on Wednesday, April 11.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers’ preseason schedule features an opener at Lambeau Field and four games against AFC teams.The preliminary schedule was released by the National Football League on Wednesday, April 11.
'Did you pack the explosives?' Packers WR Trevor Davis accused of making false bomb threat
LOS ANGELES — Police say Green Bay Packers wide receiver Trevor Davis was arrested after falsely claiming to have explosives while checking in for a flight at Los Angeles International Airport.Airport police spokesman Rob Pedregon said Monday that Davis was booked on a charge of making a false bomb threat at an airport and released with a summons to appear in court.He said Davis was checking in for a Hawaiian Airlines flight when an airline employee asked him whether he had any explosives in his bag.Pedregon said Davis said "yes" and asked a woman he was traveling with, "Did you pack the explosives?"Airline employees called police and Davis was arrested.
LOS ANGELES — Police say Green Bay Packers wide receiver Trevor Davis was arrested after falsely claiming to have explosives while checking in for a flight at Los Angeles International Airport.Airport police spokesman Rob Pedregon said Monday that Davis was booked on a charge of making a false bomb threat at an airport and released with a summons to appear in court.He said Davis was checking in for a Hawaiian Airlines flight when an airline employee asked him whether he had any explosives in his bag.Pedregon said Davis said "yes" and asked a woman he was traveling with, "Did you pack the explosives?"Airline employees called police and Davis was arrested.
Packers' Titletown District saw 60K visitors this winter
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers estimate more than 60,000 people used the Titletown District park in its first few months of operation.The 45-acre Titletown District launched in late November, the Green Bay Press Gazette reported.The 10-acre park and plaza includes a full-sized football field, an ice-skating pond, a snow-tubing hill, a 40-yard dash course, playgrounds and an activity strip with horseshoes, shuffleboard, table tennis and a bean-bag toss."It was a huge learning experience.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers estimate more than 60,000 people used the Titletown District park in its first few months of operation.The 45-acre Titletown District launched in late November, the Green Bay Press Gazette reported.The 10-acre park and plaza includes a full-sized football field, an ice-skating pond, a snow-tubing hill, a 40-yard dash course, playgrounds and an activity strip with horseshoes, shuffleboard, table tennis and a bean-bag toss."It was a huge learning experience.
Report: Cleveland Browns sign former Packers' wide receiver Jeff Janis
GREEN BAY -- The Cleveland Browns announced Friday, March 30 that they have signed former Green Bay Packers' wide receiver Jeff Janis.
GREEN BAY -- The Cleveland Browns announced Friday, March 30 that they have signed former Green Bay Packers' wide receiver Jeff Janis.
It's official: Packers sign cornerback Tramon Williams
GREEN BAY -- Tramon Williams is returning to the Green Bay Packers to help replenish the secondary.The team signed the free agent cornerback on Friday.
GREEN BAY -- Tramon Williams is returning to the Green Bay Packers to help replenish the secondary.The team signed the free agent cornerback on Friday.
Jordy Nelson's touching message to Packers fans: 'It's the people we will miss the most'
GREEN BAY -- Jordy Nelson posted a heartfelt message on Twitter on Friday morning, March 23 -- thanking fans of the Green Bay Packers for their support.He said, "We have been blessed to call Green Bay our home and WI will always be a part of our lives.
GREEN BAY -- Jordy Nelson posted a heartfelt message on Twitter on Friday morning, March 23 -- thanking fans of the Green Bay Packers for their support.He said, "We have been blessed to call Green Bay our home and WI will always be a part of our lives.
Report: CB Tramon Williams returning to Green Bay for 2-year deal
GREEN BAY -- Former Green Bay Packers wide receiver James Jones says sources are telling him that corner back Tramon Williams is returning to the Packers on a two-year deal.
GREEN BAY -- Former Green Bay Packers wide receiver James Jones says sources are telling him that corner back Tramon Williams is returning to the Packers on a two-year deal.
Defensive back Morgan Burnett leaving Titletown for Steel City
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have started their overhaul in the secondary, signing free agent safety Morgan Burnett to a three-year deal.The deal, announced Tuesday, is pending Burnett passing a physical.
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have started their overhaul in the secondary, signing free agent safety Morgan Burnett to a three-year deal.The deal, announced Tuesday, is pending Burnett passing a physical.
Tim, Kaitlin and Brandon talk about Packers recent moves
The Green Bay Packers have been busy since the start of free agency.
The Green Bay Packers have been busy since the start of free agency.
AP source: Packers sign Bears' Kyle Fuller to offer sheet
MILWAUKEE — The Green Bay Packers have signed Chicago Bears cornerback Kyle Fuller to an offer sheet, a person familiar with the situation said Friday.Fuller is the Bears' transition player, and the tag gives Chicago five days to match the offer.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because neither team has announced the signing.
MILWAUKEE — The Green Bay Packers have signed Chicago Bears cornerback Kyle Fuller to an offer sheet, a person familiar with the situation said Friday.Fuller is the Bears' transition player, and the tag gives Chicago five days to match the offer.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because neither team has announced the signing.
Green Bay Packers sign Jimmy Graham, tight end will wear #80
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Friday, March 16 they have officially signed tight end Jimmy Graham.Graham (6-7, 265) has played in 121 regular season games with 89 starts during his eight NFL seasons and has registered 556 receptions for 6,800 yards (12.2 avg.) and 69 touchdowns (No. 4 in NFL history among tight ends).
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Friday, March 16 they have officially signed tight end Jimmy Graham.Graham (6-7, 265) has played in 121 regular season games with 89 starts during his eight NFL seasons and has registered 556 receptions for 6,800 yards (12.2 avg.) and 69 touchdowns (No. 4 in NFL history among tight ends).
'We cannot thank Jordy enough:' Green Bay Packers release WR Jordy Nelson
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers are releasing WR Jordy Nelson.General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transaction Tuesday, March 13.According to Packers.com, Nelson, who was selected by the Packers in the second round (No. 36 overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft out of Kansas State, played in 136 regular-season games with 88 starts during his 10 seasons with Green Bay (2008-17).
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers are releasing WR Jordy Nelson.General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transaction Tuesday, March 13.According to Packers.com, Nelson, who was selected by the Packers in the second round (No. 36 overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft out of Kansas State, played in 136 regular-season games with 88 starts during his 10 seasons with Green Bay (2008-17).
Multiple reports: Green Bay Packers plan to sign TE Jimmy Graham to 3-year deal
GREEN BAY -- Multiple reports indicate the Green Bay Packers intend to sign tight end Jimmy Graham to a three-year deal.The reports include Adam Schefter, NFL insider for ESPN, as well as Ian Rapoport, insider for the NFL Network and NFL.com.
GREEN BAY -- Multiple reports indicate the Green Bay Packers intend to sign tight end Jimmy Graham to a three-year deal.The reports include Adam Schefter, NFL insider for ESPN, as well as Ian Rapoport, insider for the NFL Network and NFL.com.
AP: Cleveland Browns trading QB Kizer to Green Bay Packers for CB Randall
MILWAUKEE -- A person familiar with the trade says the Cleveland Browns have traded quarterback DeShone Kizer to the Green Bay Packers.In exchange, the Browns are getting cornerback Damarious Randall.
MILWAUKEE -- A person familiar with the trade says the Cleveland Browns have traded quarterback DeShone Kizer to the Green Bay Packers.In exchange, the Browns are getting cornerback Damarious Randall.