Packers-Bears game most viewed NFL opener since 2016

STAMFORD, Conn.  — The NFL kickoff game between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears was the most viewed opener since 2016.Green Bay's 10-3 victory on Thursday night averaged 22.7 million viewers on NBC as well as the network's and NFL's digital platforms.

Packers' D, Aaron Rodgers beat Bears 10-3 in opener

CHICAGO -- Aaron Rodgers doesn't have to lay waste to a defense to enjoy Packers football.He sure had a good time seeing what his guys on the other side of the ball did Thursday night to the archrival Bears.

QBs Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes team up in latest State Farm campaign

MILWAUKEE -- With a new football season comes a new round of State Farm ads featuring Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Jordy Nelson, Brian Urlacher bring Packers-Bears rivalry to USAA Salute to Service NFL Boot Camp

ILLINOIS -- Former Green Bay Packers WR Jordy Nelson and former Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher came together to honor some American heroes.Over 100 service members at the Naval Station Great Lakes in Illinois said Tuesday, Sept. 3 they were eagerly anticipating the Packers/Bears matchup Thursday, Sept. 5 at Soldier Field -- kicking off the NFL's 100th season."This is an outstanding day," said Army Command Star Major Christian Carr.Nelson and Urlacher were on hand for the USAA's Salute to Service NFL Boot Camp -- a competition that consisted of NFL Combine type drills."I don't think I ever hit you, not that you didn't come over the middle," said Urlacher."I am still standing here today," said Nelson."But I don't think I had any licks on you when we played," said Urlacher. "You caught a lot passes against us, but I don't think I ever was the one to tackle you."

You can get into a Green Bay Packers game at Lambeau this season, if you are willing to stand

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Wednesday, Sept. 4 they have a limited amount of standing-room-only tickets available for several games at Lambeau Field this season, including when the Packers face the Denver Broncos, Philadelphia Eagles, Oakland Raiders, Carolina Panthers and Chicago Bears.The tickets, priced at $85 each (plus applicable fees), allow fans to stand in the area behind Sections 432s to 442s, on the fourth level of Lambeau Field’s South End.

Green Bay Packers sign WR Allen Lazard to active roster from practice squad

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Wednesday, Sept. 4 the team has signed wide receiver Allen Lazard to the active roster from the practice squad.Lazard, a 6-foot-5, 227-pound first-year player, was originally signed as an undrafted free agent out of Iowa State by the Jacksonville Jaguars on May 11, 2018.

Green Bay Packers fence honors fallen legend Bart Starr

GREEN BAY -- An annual green and gold Labor Day tradition pays tribute to a Green Bay Packers legend.Volunteer painters and fans showed up Monday, Sept. 2 to help unveil the newest original Packers fence slogan.The fence, which faces Lambeau Field on Lombardi Avenue, honors former quarterback Bart Starr, who died earlier this year at the age of 85.When the paint dries, the fence will read, "A Starr Shines - A New Era Dawns."

Packers trade draft pick to New York Giants for LB BJ Goodson

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers traded an undisclosed draft pick to the New York Giants for LB B.J. Goodson.The transaction was announced Tuesday, Sept. 3 by General Manager Brian Gutekunst.­­­According to a news release from the Packers, Goodson, a 6-foot-1, 242-pound fourth-year player, was originally selected by the Giants in the fourth round (No. 109 overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft out of Clemson.

Looking for work? Green Bay Sportservice to host hiring event at Lambeau Field

GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Sportservice, the food and beverage partner of the Green Bay Packers, will host a large hiring event at Lambeau Field to fill the last remaining open positions on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. A news release says positions are filling up fast.Officials say qualified applicants receive job offers immediately at hiring events.

Green Bay Packers sign 10 players to practice squad

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers signed the following players to the practice squad Sunday, Sept. 1:

Green Bay Packers release QB DeShone Kizer, set 53-man roster

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers released quarterback DeShone Kizer, ESPN's Adam Schefter and Rob Demvosky reported Saturday, Aug. 31.Kizer played college football at Notre Dame, and was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft.Kizer was traded to the Packers on March 14, 2018 in exchange for Damarious Randall, and a swap of both fourth and fifth-round picks.

Preseason finale: Green Bay Packers top Kansas City Chiefs 27-20

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers beat the Kansas City Chiefs 27-20 during a preseason finale on Thursday, Aug. 29.Kickoff at Lambeau Field was scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

Oft-injured Colts QB Andrew Luck, 29, announces retirement

INDIANAPOLIS — Andrew Luck watched one last game from the sideline Saturday.Then he said goodbye to the NFL.The Indianapolis Colts quarterback heard boos as he walked away from the field, then walked to the podium and made the surprise decision official: The oft-injured star is retiring at age 29.