Packers sign QB Jordan Love, RB AJ Dillon; Lambeau Field to host all training camp operations
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Wednesday, July 1 the team has signed quarterback Jordan Love and running back AJ Dillon.Love is coming to Titletown after playing college ball for Utah State.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Wednesday, July 1 the team has signed quarterback Jordan Love and running back AJ Dillon.Love is coming to Titletown after playing college ball for Utah State.
Colin Kaepernick's life story is coming to Netflix
LOS ANGELES — Colin Kaepernick is joining with Emmy-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay on a Netflix drama series about the teenage roots of the former NFL player’s activism.“Colin in Black & White” will examine Kaepernick's high school years to illuminate the experiences that shaped his advocacy, Netflix said Monday.“Too often we see race and Black stories portrayed through a white lens,” Kaepernick said in a statement. “We seek to give new perspective to the differing realities that Black people face.
LOS ANGELES — Colin Kaepernick is joining with Emmy-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay on a Netflix drama series about the teenage roots of the former NFL player’s activism.“Colin in Black & White” will examine Kaepernick's high school years to illuminate the experiences that shaped his advocacy, Netflix said Monday.“Too often we see race and Black stories portrayed through a white lens,” Kaepernick said in a statement. “We seek to give new perspective to the differing realities that Black people face.
San Francisco 49ers will fly 'Black Lives Matter' flag at Levi's Stadium
SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- The San Francisco 49ers will fly a “Black Lives Matter” flag at Levi’s Stadium as the franchise continues its support of the fight against racial inequality.The 49ers will fly the flag next to the California state flag and the United States flag.
SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- The San Francisco 49ers will fly a “Black Lives Matter” flag at Levi’s Stadium as the franchise continues its support of the fight against racial inequality.The 49ers will fly the flag next to the California state flag and the United States flag.
Packers Hall of Fame to open on Monday, June 29; masks required for all visitors
GREEN BAY -- The Packers Hall of Fame will reopen to visitors and fans on Monday, June 29, the Green Bay Packers announced on Thursday.The museum has been closed since March 13 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
GREEN BAY -- The Packers Hall of Fame will reopen to visitors and fans on Monday, June 29, the Green Bay Packers announced on Thursday.The museum has been closed since March 13 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Brett Favre says Colin Kaepernick will be recognized a 'hero' like Pat Tillman
SUMRALL, Miss. -- Brett Favre puts Colin Kaepernick on a high pedestal.
SUMRALL, Miss. -- Brett Favre puts Colin Kaepernick on a high pedestal.
President Trump says he 'absolutely' supports Kaepernick's NFL return: 'If he has the playing ability'
WASHINGTON -- Speaking in an interview at the White House, President Donald Trump said he “absolutely” would support Colin Kaepernick’s return to the NFL.In an interview with Sinclair correspondent Scott Thuman, President Trump was asked if he felt Kaepernick “should get another shot in the NFL,” to which he replied, “If he has the playing ability.
WASHINGTON -- Speaking in an interview at the White House, President Donald Trump said he “absolutely” would support Colin Kaepernick’s return to the NFL.In an interview with Sinclair correspondent Scott Thuman, President Trump was asked if he felt Kaepernick “should get another shot in the NFL,” to which he replied, “If he has the playing ability.
NFL commissioner Goodell encourages team to sign Kaepernick
NEW YORK -- Roger Goodell would like to see Colin Kaepernick back in the NFL this season.The NFL commissioner said during ESPN's “The Return of Sports” special on Monday that he is encouraging teams to sign the 32-year old quarterback, who hasn't played the past three seasons.
NEW YORK -- Roger Goodell would like to see Colin Kaepernick back in the NFL this season.The NFL commissioner said during ESPN's “The Return of Sports” special on Monday that he is encouraging teams to sign the 32-year old quarterback, who hasn't played the past three seasons.
Agent: Dallas Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott tested positive for coronavirus
DALLAS -- Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to his agent.Rocky Arceneaux told the NFL Network on Monday that Elliott was feeling OK and recovering.
DALLAS -- Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to his agent.Rocky Arceneaux told the NFL Network on Monday that Elliott was feeling OK and recovering.
Green Bay Packers Pro Shop, closed by virus, set to reopen
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers Pro Shop is scheduled to reopen with new safeguards in place to help limit the spread of the coronavirus.Precautionary measures include social distancing, closed fitting rooms and hand sanitizer at entrances and check-out registers, the Green Bay Press Gazette reported.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers Pro Shop is scheduled to reopen with new safeguards in place to help limit the spread of the coronavirus.Precautionary measures include social distancing, closed fitting rooms and hand sanitizer at entrances and check-out registers, the Green Bay Press Gazette reported.
NFL to spend $250 million on social justice initiatives
NEW YORK -- The NFL is committing $250 million over 10 years to social justice initiatives, targeting what it calls “systemic racism” and supporting “the battle against the ongoing and historic injustices faced by African Americans.”The league, which has raised $44 million in donations through its Inspire Change program, announced the additional $206 million commitment Thursday.
NEW YORK -- The NFL is committing $250 million over 10 years to social justice initiatives, targeting what it calls “systemic racism” and supporting “the battle against the ongoing and historic injustices faced by African Americans.”The league, which has raised $44 million in donations through its Inspire Change program, announced the additional $206 million commitment Thursday.
NFL extends virtual offseason until June 26
NEW YORK -- The NFL has extended virtual offseason programs for teams through June 26, but no further.Although team facilities have opened for key personnel, coaches and players rehabilitating injuries, healthy players have been barred from those complexes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
NEW YORK -- The NFL has extended virtual offseason programs for teams through June 26, but no further.Although team facilities have opened for key personnel, coaches and players rehabilitating injuries, healthy players have been barred from those complexes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Packers linebacker Kirksey benefits from familiar face in new location
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay’s Christian Kirksey believes his history with his new defensive coordinator will help the veteran linebacker make a smooth transition as he switches teams for the first time.Kirksey signed with the Packers in March after he was released by Cleveland, where he spent his first six NFL seasons.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay’s Christian Kirksey believes his history with his new defensive coordinator will help the veteran linebacker make a smooth transition as he switches teams for the first time.Kirksey signed with the Packers in March after he was released by Cleveland, where he spent his first six NFL seasons.
Packers' left tackle David Bakhtiari on team approach to social change: 'Football can wait'
GREEN BAY -- A professional football player in 2020 is going to be aware of the current social situation in America.David Bakhtiari is -- he participated last week in Packers video calling for change within the criminal justice system.
GREEN BAY -- A professional football player in 2020 is going to be aware of the current social situation in America.David Bakhtiari is -- he participated last week in Packers video calling for change within the criminal justice system.
'I want us to take action:' Matt LaFleur on NFL's role in addressing social justice
GREEN BAY -- The national reaction to the death of George Floyd has also affected the world of sports.On Thursday, a group of NFL players released a video critical of how the NFL handled their silent and peaceful protests from years back.
GREEN BAY -- The national reaction to the death of George Floyd has also affected the world of sports.On Thursday, a group of NFL players released a video critical of how the NFL handled their silent and peaceful protests from years back.
‘We were wrong for not listening’: Roger Goodell encourages NFL players to ‘peacefully protest’
LOS ANGELES - NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell weighed in on the recent protests that have erupted across the country since the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.“We, the NFL, condemn racism and the systematic oppression of Black People,” said Goodell in a post to Twitter encouraging all NFL players to “speak out and peacefully protest.”
LOS ANGELES - NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell weighed in on the recent protests that have erupted across the country since the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.“We, the NFL, condemn racism and the systematic oppression of Black People,” said Goodell in a post to Twitter encouraging all NFL players to “speak out and peacefully protest.”
'It's time for change:' Packers deliver message, donating $250K to social justice groups
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers on Thursday morning, June 4 delivered a message on social injustice in the wake of protests over the death of George Floyd.The video includes statements from Aaron Rodgers, Davante Adams, Billy Turner, Adrian Amos, Kevin King, David Bakhtiari, Corey Linsley, Kenny Clark, Marcedes Lewis, Preston Smith, Mason Crosby and coach Matt LaFleur.“Come up with real solutions to make significant change.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers on Thursday morning, June 4 delivered a message on social injustice in the wake of protests over the death of George Floyd.The video includes statements from Aaron Rodgers, Davante Adams, Billy Turner, Adrian Amos, Kevin King, David Bakhtiari, Corey Linsley, Kenny Clark, Marcedes Lewis, Preston Smith, Mason Crosby and coach Matt LaFleur.“Come up with real solutions to make significant change.
NFL, EA agree to extension of Madden video game franchise
NEW YORK -- The Madden franchise will continue to be a part of the gaming universe for at least the next six years.NFL owners on Thursday approved an extension of their deal with Electronic Arts, continuing a relationship that has existed for 30 years.
NEW YORK -- The Madden franchise will continue to be a part of the gaming universe for at least the next six years.NFL owners on Thursday approved an extension of their deal with Electronic Arts, continuing a relationship that has existed for 30 years.
'We have to start fresh:' Away from the field, Packers' Amos, Jones keeping football focused
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have not been back on the football field since being drubbed in the NFC Championship Game at San Francisco.More than four months have passed since that night, and the world has provided many distractions in the interim -- but the result of that game has not been forgotten."Any time you get that close, one game away from going to the Super Bowl, it hurts.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have not been back on the football field since being drubbed in the NFC Championship Game at San Francisco.More than four months have passed since that night, and the world has provided many distractions in the interim -- but the result of that game has not been forgotten."Any time you get that close, one game away from going to the Super Bowl, it hurts.
Miami Dolphins owner: There definitely will be an NFL season
MIAMI — Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says he's confident the NFL will play in 2020, with or without spectators.“I think there definitely will be a football season this year,” Ross said Tuesday during an interview on CNBC. “The real question is will there be fans in the stadiums?"The NFL has said it expects to play a full schedule beginning Sept. 10, but is preparing contingency plans in case the coronavirus pandemic makes venue changes or games without fans necessary.“Right now, today, we’re planning on having some fans in the stadiums,” Ross said. “But I think the NFL is very flexible so that we will be able to start on time and bring that entertainment that is really so needed to all of us in this country.”The league has kept to its offseason schedule of conducting free agency, the draft and the release of the schedule.
MIAMI — Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says he's confident the NFL will play in 2020, with or without spectators.“I think there definitely will be a football season this year,” Ross said Tuesday during an interview on CNBC. “The real question is will there be fans in the stadiums?"The NFL has said it expects to play a full schedule beginning Sept. 10, but is preparing contingency plans in case the coronavirus pandemic makes venue changes or games without fans necessary.“Right now, today, we’re planning on having some fans in the stadiums,” Ross said. “But I think the NFL is very flexible so that we will be able to start on time and bring that entertainment that is really so needed to all of us in this country.”The league has kept to its offseason schedule of conducting free agency, the draft and the release of the schedule.