University of Maine's Jerron McMillian is Collins' replacement

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers drafted some big guys to help their defense last month, but one of their later picks could play a main role in his first season.

Packers Family Night set for Friday, August 3rd

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Tuesday, May 15th that Packers Family Night is set to take place Friday evening, August 3rd.

Packers Tailgate Tour kicks off Tuesday, May 15th

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers Tailgate Tour departs Tuesday morning, May 15th, for a five-day journey across Wisconsin. 

Packers hold job fair for upcoming season

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers are owned by their fans, and next season, they'll be employing some of them to help out on game day.

Tour to give Packers fans look at team's ties to city of Green Bay

GREEN BAY -- In about a month, Packers fans will be able to take a self-guided tour, called the "Packers Heritage Trail," and get an up close look at the team's ties to the city of Green Bay.

Aaron Rodgers receives proclamation for 12-12-12

GREEN BAY -- Earlier this year, state lawmarkers voted to make 12-12-12 Aaron Rodgers Day in the state.

65-year-old Greendale man bleeds green and gold

GREENDALE -- Many Green Bay Packers fans count on the team to take their minds off the challenges of life.

Cabela's to open on property owned by Packers

ASHWAUBENON (AP) -- Outdoor retailer Cabela's will open on a store on property owned by the Green Bay Packers.Packers CEO Mark Murphy said Friday, May 4th Cabela's will build a store near the intersection of Highway 41 and Lombardi Ave.

Packers load up on defense in NFL draft

GREEN BAY (AP) -- After giving up way too many big plays last year, the Green Bay Packers wanted their defense to get deeper, faster and better at tackling.General manager Ted Thompson kept busy Saturday, April 28th, taking Iowa defensive lineman Mike Daniels and Maine safety Jerron McMillian with a pair of compensatory picks at the end of the fourth round, then traded up to take North Carolina State linebacker Terrell Manning in the fifth round.

Packers trade up twice, nab DT Worthy, CB Hayward

GREEN BAY (AP)-- The Green Bay Packers didn't pay much mind to their defense in the NFL draft a year ago, and those decisions may have contributed to their defensive struggles last season.Packers general manager Ted Thompson made up for that in a bigway in the first two days of this year's draft.After taking USC outside linebacker Nick Perry in Thursday's first round, Thompson traded up twice Friday to take two more defensive players: Michigan State defensive lineman Jerel Worthy and Vanderbilt cornerback Casey Hayward.Aware of his conservative reputation, Thompson joked about his big moves. "I've gone crazy,'' Thompson said.Thompson said he didn't go into the draft fixated on defensiveplayers, but it ended up being a big two days for Packers defensivecoordinator Dom Capers.

Packers pick USC LB Nick Perry in first round of draft

GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers moved to boost their pass rush in the first round of the NFL draft, taking USC's Nick Perry with the No. 28 overall pick Thursday night.At 6-2 and 271 pounds, Perry likely projects as an outside linebacker in the Packers' 3-4 scheme.

Packers to host NFL draft party at Lambeau Field

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers will hosting a 2012 NFL Draft Party at Curly’s Pub located in Lambeau Field Thursday evening, April 26th.The event will feature appearances by Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy, General Manager Ted Thompson, Head Coach Mike McCarthy, tackle Bryan Bulaga, and fullback John Kuhn.The party is free to the public and space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, with activities beginning at 6 p.m.More information can be found online at packers.com.

Green Bay Packers release safety Nick Collins

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers released safety Nick Collins Wednesday, April 25th.Collins was selected by the Packers with the first of two second-round selections (No. 51 overall) in the 2005 NFL Draft.

Group gets sneak peek into construction at Lambeau Field

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers will be playing in a different looking Lambeau Field this season.

Aaron Rodgers featured in a new Milwaukee Brewers commercial

MILWAUKEE -- Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is featured in a new Milwaukee Brewers commercial with Ryan Braun, Jonathan Lucroy and Yovani Gallardo.

$143 million construction project in full swing at Lambeau Field

GREEN BAY -- The $143 million construction and renovation project at Lambeau Field is in full swing, and as the stadium continues to grow, people are starting to notice some of the big changes.