Report: Petition with NLRB seeks union for NFL running backs
NEW YORK -- A petition reportedly has been filed with the National Labor Relations Board seeking to create a separate union for NFL running backs.According to the website Law360, the petition was filed Thursday by the International Brotherhood of Professional Running Backs and focuses on the shorter careers for players at the position."These employees have unique career structures; and the current one-size fits all unit is inappropriate," the petition says of players' representation by the NFL Players Association. "Excluded: All other player groups," it said.The NFL Management Council and the union have begun preliminary negotiations on a collective bargaining agreement.
NEW YORK -- A petition reportedly has been filed with the National Labor Relations Board seeking to create a separate union for NFL running backs.According to the website Law360, the petition was filed Thursday by the International Brotherhood of Professional Running Backs and focuses on the shorter careers for players at the position."These employees have unique career structures; and the current one-size fits all unit is inappropriate," the petition says of players' representation by the NFL Players Association. "Excluded: All other player groups," it said.The NFL Management Council and the union have begun preliminary negotiations on a collective bargaining agreement.
Preseason matchup: Green Bay Packers top Houston Texans 28-26
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers beat the Houston Texans 28-26 as they went head to head in a preseason matchup at Lambeau Field Thursday night, Aug. 8.The Packers were the first to put points on the board, with Equanimeous St.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers beat the Houston Texans 28-26 as they went head to head in a preseason matchup at Lambeau Field Thursday night, Aug. 8.The Packers were the first to put points on the board, with Equanimeous St.
Jordy Nelson retires with Packers, reflects on 11-year career: 'You get the opportunity, make the most of it'
GREEN BAY -- Jordy Nelson on Tuesday, Aug. 6 addressed the media as he officially retired as a Green Bay Packers player, reflecting on his 11-year career in Green BayJordy Nelson addressed the media on Tuesday to reflect on his 11-year career.According to Packers.com, over 10 years with the Packers (2008-17), Nelson caught 550 passes (ranking third) for 7,848 yards (fifth) and 69 touchdowns (second), with 25 100-yard games (third).
GREEN BAY -- Jordy Nelson on Tuesday, Aug. 6 addressed the media as he officially retired as a Green Bay Packers player, reflecting on his 11-year career in Green BayJordy Nelson addressed the media on Tuesday to reflect on his 11-year career.According to Packers.com, over 10 years with the Packers (2008-17), Nelson caught 550 passes (ranking third) for 7,848 yards (fifth) and 69 touchdowns (second), with 25 100-yard games (third).
Green Bay Packers open the preseason Thursday vs. the Houston Texans at Lambeau Field
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers open the preseason Thursday, Aug. 8 vs.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers open the preseason Thursday, Aug. 8 vs.
WR Jordy Nelson retiring as Packers player; spent 2018 with Raiders
GREEN BAY -- Veteran wide receiver Jordy Nelson is retiring as a member of the Green Bay Packers.The 34-year-old Nelson played in Green Bay from 2008-2017, winning a Super Bowl with the Packers, before spending last season with the Oakland Raiders.Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said Sunday, Aug. 4 that Nelson had informed the team of his decision.
GREEN BAY -- Veteran wide receiver Jordy Nelson is retiring as a member of the Green Bay Packers.The 34-year-old Nelson played in Green Bay from 2008-2017, winning a Super Bowl with the Packers, before spending last season with the Oakland Raiders.Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said Sunday, Aug. 4 that Nelson had informed the team of his decision.
Aaron Rodgers: Packers' new-look defense has 'a little more juice'
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers are hoping this is the year — for the first time in nearly a decade — their defense becomes more of an asset than a liability.Green Bay made it a priority this offseason to upgrade the defense, which hasn't cracked the top 10 in the league in points or yards allowed in the past eight seasons.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers are hoping this is the year — for the first time in nearly a decade — their defense becomes more of an asset than a liability.Green Bay made it a priority this offseason to upgrade the defense, which hasn't cracked the top 10 in the league in points or yards allowed in the past eight seasons.
Cornerback Kevin King ready to take over Packers backfield: 'I want to get that ball'
GREEN BAY -- His name evokes royalty but so far Kevin King hasn't been able to take over the throne in the Green Bay Packers backfield.
GREEN BAY -- His name evokes royalty but so far Kevin King hasn't been able to take over the throne in the Green Bay Packers backfield.
AP Source: DL Mike Daniels reaches agreement with Detroit Lions
DETROIT — A person with knowledge of the agreement says the Detroit Lions have reached a one-year deal with defensive lineman Mike Daniels.The person spoke on condition of anonymity Friday because the deal has not been announced.
DETROIT — A person with knowledge of the agreement says the Detroit Lions have reached a one-year deal with defensive lineman Mike Daniels.The person spoke on condition of anonymity Friday because the deal has not been announced.
Green Bay Packers sign RB Corey Grant, DL Olive Sagapolu
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have signed RB Corey Grant and DL Olive Sagapolu and released DL Eric Cotton.Grant, a 5-foot-9, 203-pound fifth-year player out of Auburn University, was originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2015.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have signed RB Corey Grant and DL Olive Sagapolu and released DL Eric Cotton.Grant, a 5-foot-9, 203-pound fifth-year player out of Auburn University, was originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2015.
Aaron Rodgers looks forward to building relationship with Matt LaFleur
GREEN BAY — Aaron Rodgers says he and first-year Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur are friends.
GREEN BAY — Aaron Rodgers says he and first-year Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur are friends.
'We wish Mike the best:' Green Bay Packers release former Pro Bowl DL Mike Daniels
GREEN BAY —The Green Bay Packers released DL Mike Daniels, General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced Wednesday, July 24.“We want to thank Mike for his tremendous contributions on the field, in the locker room, and in the community over the last seven seasons,” said Gutekunst in a news release. “His incredible work ethic propelled him to be a standout player during his time in Green Bay.
GREEN BAY —The Green Bay Packers released DL Mike Daniels, General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced Wednesday, July 24.“We want to thank Mike for his tremendous contributions on the field, in the locker room, and in the community over the last seven seasons,” said Gutekunst in a news release. “His incredible work ethic propelled him to be a standout player during his time in Green Bay.
Matt LaFleur opens 1st training camp as Packers head coach
GREEN BAY — Matt LaFleur opened his first training camp as Green Bay Packers head coach on Wednesday, July 24 by saying the offense is still a "work in progress."LaFleur said he would continue working to figure out what this team does best before the season opens Sept. 5 on the road against rival Chicago."It's taking it one day at a time," he said. "How can we get better each and every day, and, along the way, again, finding out exactly what our guys do well, so we can keep showcasing that, and do that to play to our strengths.
GREEN BAY — Matt LaFleur opened his first training camp as Green Bay Packers head coach on Wednesday, July 24 by saying the offense is still a "work in progress."LaFleur said he would continue working to figure out what this team does best before the season opens Sept. 5 on the road against rival Chicago."It's taking it one day at a time," he said. "How can we get better each and every day, and, along the way, again, finding out exactly what our guys do well, so we can keep showcasing that, and do that to play to our strengths.
Packers Experience: Celebrate the return of football July 25-27
GREEN BAY -- Packers Training Camp, presented by Bellin Health, begins on Thursday, July 25, and fans are invited to join in the wide variety of activities planned to celebrate the return of football.The Packers Experience, presented by American Family Insurance, Old El Paso, Fleet Farm and Bellin Health is a three-day, free festival for fans of all ages, from July 25-27.
GREEN BAY -- Packers Training Camp, presented by Bellin Health, begins on Thursday, July 25, and fans are invited to join in the wide variety of activities planned to celebrate the return of football.The Packers Experience, presented by American Family Insurance, Old El Paso, Fleet Farm and Bellin Health is a three-day, free festival for fans of all ages, from July 25-27.
Packers' Mason Crosby to ride special adaptive bike alongside 5-year-old Fox Point girl
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers Training Camp starts on Thursday, July 25, kicking off old traditions with a special twist.Every year, youthful Packers fanatics ride their bikes to Ray Nitschke Field to watch the players practice – and hope one of the players will ride back with them at the end of the day.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers Training Camp starts on Thursday, July 25, kicking off old traditions with a special twist.Every year, youthful Packers fanatics ride their bikes to Ray Nitschke Field to watch the players practice – and hope one of the players will ride back with them at the end of the day.
NFL players, including Melvin Gordon, host dodgeball event in Kenosha
KENOSHA -- Staying inside to beat the heat, Indian Trail High School in Kenosha hosted a fun dodgeball event with a very special guest on Friday, July 19.Former Wisconsin Badger and current Los Angeles Charger Melvin Gordon dodged around the high school gym.
KENOSHA -- Staying inside to beat the heat, Indian Trail High School in Kenosha hosted a fun dodgeball event with a very special guest on Friday, July 19.Former Wisconsin Badger and current Los Angeles Charger Melvin Gordon dodged around the high school gym.
Green Bay Packers profit drops 98% to $724,000, hurt by losing
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers reported a profit of just $724,000 in their latest fiscal year, which included their second straight season without a playoff appearance, a large contract extension for quarterback Aaron Rodgers and change in head coach from Mike McCarthy to Matt LaFleur.Green Bay's profit in the year ending March 31 was down 97.9% from $34.1 million in the year ending March 2018 and more than 99% from the record $75 million in the previous fiscal year."From a financial standpoint, it was a unique year for the Packers," Packers President Mark Murphy said Friday.Expenses rose from $420.9 million to $477.2 million, boosted by Rodgers' $134 million, four-year deal and the contracts for several free agents: outside linebackers Za'Darius Smith and Preston Smith, safety Adrian Amos and guard Billy Turner."We were a little more aggressive than we've been in a number of years," Murphy said.While overall revenue increased 5.1% to $477.9 million, local revenue improved by only 2.3%, hurt by consecutive losing seasons that impacted Pro Shop visits and tours of Lambeau Field and the Packers Hall of Fame."If we can get back to the playoffs and get to the Super Bowl, that always helps," Murphy said. "We have a policy regarding our season-ticket pricing.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers reported a profit of just $724,000 in their latest fiscal year, which included their second straight season without a playoff appearance, a large contract extension for quarterback Aaron Rodgers and change in head coach from Mike McCarthy to Matt LaFleur.Green Bay's profit in the year ending March 31 was down 97.9% from $34.1 million in the year ending March 2018 and more than 99% from the record $75 million in the previous fiscal year."From a financial standpoint, it was a unique year for the Packers," Packers President Mark Murphy said Friday.Expenses rose from $420.9 million to $477.2 million, boosted by Rodgers' $134 million, four-year deal and the contracts for several free agents: outside linebackers Za'Darius Smith and Preston Smith, safety Adrian Amos and guard Billy Turner."We were a little more aggressive than we've been in a number of years," Murphy said.While overall revenue increased 5.1% to $477.9 million, local revenue improved by only 2.3%, hurt by consecutive losing seasons that impacted Pro Shop visits and tours of Lambeau Field and the Packers Hall of Fame."If we can get back to the playoffs and get to the Super Bowl, that always helps," Murphy said. "We have a policy regarding our season-ticket pricing.
Rookie LB Ty Summers 'ready to work' to prove he belongs on Green Bay Packers roster
GREEN BAY -- There's a Green Bay Packers rookie who was very accustomed to being the big man on campus both in high school and college.
GREEN BAY -- There's a Green Bay Packers rookie who was very accustomed to being the big man on campus both in high school and college.
Former Packers Nick Collins, James Jones helped Boys & Girls Club kids stay healthy this summer
MILWAUKEE -- A couple former Green Bay Packers players were in Milwaukee Tuesday, June 25 to help ensure kids have a healthy summer.Nick Collins and James Jones joined more than 300 Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee members -- leading groups focused on the importance of health and wellness.
MILWAUKEE -- A couple former Green Bay Packers players were in Milwaukee Tuesday, June 25 to help ensure kids have a healthy summer.Nick Collins and James Jones joined more than 300 Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee members -- leading groups focused on the importance of health and wellness.