Son of ex-NFL player accused of murdering parents arrested

Son of ex-NFL player accused of murdering parents arrested

LONG PRAIRIE, Minn. — Authorities say the son of a former NFL lineman wanted on murder charges in Minnesota for the shooting of his parents has been arrested in Mexico.The Todd County Sheriff's Office says 22-year-old Dylan John Bennett was arrested at a hotel Saturday in Cancun.Authorities say Bennett had contacted County Sheriff Steve Och earlier in the day to say that he would turn himself in to the FBI.

LONG PRAIRIE, Minn. — Authorities say the son of a former NFL lineman wanted on murder charges in Minnesota for the shooting of his parents has been arrested in Mexico.The Todd County Sheriff's Office says 22-year-old Dylan John Bennett was arrested at a hotel Saturday in Cancun.Authorities say Bennett had contacted County Sheriff Steve Och earlier in the day to say that he would turn himself in to the FBI.

Turf concerns in Winnipeg, prior to the Packers-Raiders game

Turf concerns in Winnipeg, prior to the Packers-Raiders game

WINNIPEG, Canada -- There were turf concerns ahead of the Green Bay Packers-Oakland Raiders at IG Field in Winnipeg.Green Bay announced 33 Packers would not suit up, including Aaron Rodgers.

WINNIPEG, Canada -- There were turf concerns ahead of the Green Bay Packers-Oakland Raiders at IG Field in Winnipeg.Green Bay announced 33 Packers would not suit up, including Aaron Rodgers.

Green Bay Packers fall to Oakland Raiders 22-21

Green Bay Packers fall to Oakland Raiders 22-21

WINNIPEG, Canada -- Daniel Carlson kicked a 33-yard field goal with 8 seconds remaining, and the Oakland Raiders earned a bizarre 22-21 preseason victory over the Green Bay Packers on a field shortened to 80 yards for player safety.End zones were marked by bright orange pylons at the 10-yard lines and there were no kickoffs.

WINNIPEG, Canada -- Daniel Carlson kicked a 33-yard field goal with 8 seconds remaining, and the Oakland Raiders earned a bizarre 22-21 preseason victory over the Green Bay Packers on a field shortened to 80 yards for player safety.End zones were marked by bright orange pylons at the 10-yard lines and there were no kickoffs.

Green Bay Packers look to win in Winnipeg in 2nd to last preseason matchup vs. Oakland Raiders

Green Bay Packers look to win in Winnipeg in 2nd to last preseason matchup vs. Oakland Raiders

WINNIPEG, Manitoba -- The Green Bay Packers, 1-1 in the preseason, travel to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to face the Oakland Raiders Thursday, Aug. 22.Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.According to Packers.com, Thursday night's game marks the third time Green Bay has played a preseason game outside the U.S.The last time was Aug. 2, 1998, when the Packers beat the Kansas City Chiefs 27-24 in overtime in Tokyo, Japan.On Aug. 16, 1997, the Packers beat the Buffalo Bills 35-3 in Toronto.Packers.com noted Thursday will be the first time Green Bay plays a neutral-site preseason game since facing the Kansas City Chiefs in the Hall of Fame game in Canton, Ohio in 2003.

WINNIPEG, Manitoba -- The Green Bay Packers, 1-1 in the preseason, travel to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to face the Oakland Raiders Thursday, Aug. 22.Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.According to Packers.com, Thursday night's game marks the third time Green Bay has played a preseason game outside the U.S.The last time was Aug. 2, 1998, when the Packers beat the Kansas City Chiefs 27-24 in overtime in Tokyo, Japan.On Aug. 16, 1997, the Packers beat the Buffalo Bills 35-3 in Toronto.Packers.com noted Thursday will be the first time Green Bay plays a neutral-site preseason game since facing the Kansas City Chiefs in the Hall of Fame game in Canton, Ohio in 2003.

Green Bay WR J'Mon Moore cited in crash for driving too fast

Green Bay WR J'Mon Moore cited in crash for driving too fast

HOBART, Wis. — Green Bay Packers wide receiver J'Mon Moore has been cited for driving too fast for conditions after he lost control of his car in heavy rainfall and collided with a pickup truck.A police report says Moore was driving in the village of Hobart on Friday when his Mercedes Benz spun out and crossed the grass median on State Highway 29, colliding with the oncoming truck.The 24-year-old Moore wasn't hurt.

HOBART, Wis. — Green Bay Packers wide receiver J'Mon Moore has been cited for driving too fast for conditions after he lost control of his car in heavy rainfall and collided with a pickup truck.A police report says Moore was driving in the village of Hobart on Friday when his Mercedes Benz spun out and crossed the grass median on State Highway 29, colliding with the oncoming truck.The 24-year-old Moore wasn't hurt.

Aaron Rodgers expected to play in Packers' 3rd preseason game in Canada

Aaron Rodgers expected to play in Packers' 3rd preseason game in Canada

GREEN BAY — Aaron Rodgers practiced on Monday after sitting out the Packers' second preseason game in Baltimore and being sidelined during practice Sunday with back tightness.But the verdict is still out on whether the two-time MVP will make his preseason debut Thursday night against the Raiders in Canada.Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst said the plan is for Rodgers to play.

GREEN BAY — Aaron Rodgers practiced on Monday after sitting out the Packers' second preseason game in Baltimore and being sidelined during practice Sunday with back tightness.But the verdict is still out on whether the two-time MVP will make his preseason debut Thursday night against the Raiders in Canada.Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst said the plan is for Rodgers to play.

Green Bay Packers fall 26-13 to Baltimore Ravens in preseason matchup

Green Bay Packers fall 26-13 to Baltimore Ravens in preseason matchup

BALTIMORE --  Lamar Jackson directed two scoring drives during a limited appearance, had an impressive touchdown run erased by a penalty and sparked the Baltimore Ravens to a 26-13 victory over the Green Bay Packers, who played Thursday night without quarterback Aaron Rodgers.Rodgers developed back stiffness and was a late scratch , a move the team labeled as a "precaution." After being held out of Green Bay's first preseason game against Houston, the seven-time Pro Bowl star was slated to start for the first time under rookie head coach Matt LaFleur.Instead, DeShone Kizer, Tim Boyle and Manny Wilkins struggled against a defense that last year was ranked No. 1 in the NFL.

BALTIMORE --  Lamar Jackson directed two scoring drives during a limited appearance, had an impressive touchdown run erased by a penalty and sparked the Baltimore Ravens to a 26-13 victory over the Green Bay Packers, who played Thursday night without quarterback Aaron Rodgers.Rodgers developed back stiffness and was a late scratch , a move the team labeled as a "precaution." After being held out of Green Bay's first preseason game against Houston, the seven-time Pro Bowl star was slated to start for the first time under rookie head coach Matt LaFleur.Instead, DeShone Kizer, Tim Boyle and Manny Wilkins struggled against a defense that last year was ranked No. 1 in the NFL.

Report: Petition with NLRB seeks union for NFL running backs

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

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'

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).

WR Jordy Nelson retiring as Packers player; spent 2018 with Raiders

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'

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.

AP Source: DL Mike Daniels reaches agreement with Detroit Lions

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.