Packers Experience: Get ready for 4-day, free festival full of football and fun
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers revealed on Tuesday, June 5 that plans are underway for the Packers Experience as part of 100 Seasons.The Packers Experience is a four-day, free festival for fans of all ages.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers revealed on Tuesday, June 5 that plans are underway for the Packers Experience as part of 100 Seasons.The Packers Experience is a four-day, free festival for fans of all ages.
Packer for life? QB Aaron Rodgers, at OTAs, says that's what he hopes for
GREEN BAY -- Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers' player for life?
GREEN BAY -- Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers' player for life?
'Praying for him:' Coach McCarthy, Lucas Patrick react after line drive that struck Clay Matthews
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers hit the field Monday, June 4 as another week of organized team activities (OTAs) got underway -- but one defensive star was missing.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers hit the field Monday, June 4 as another week of organized team activities (OTAs) got underway -- but one defensive star was missing.
'We want to help:' Bubba Watson, Donald Driver, Jordy Nelson, Ty Montgomery push adoption in Lake Geneva
LAKE GENEVA -- It took Bubba Watson being off the PGA Tour for a week, a current Green Bay Packers' player traveling down from Green Bay and two former Packers' players clearing their schedules -- and they all said it was well worth it.On a Sunday evening in May, sports fans in southeast Wisconsin mingled with a quartet of professional athletes.
LAKE GENEVA -- It took Bubba Watson being off the PGA Tour for a week, a current Green Bay Packers' player traveling down from Green Bay and two former Packers' players clearing their schedules -- and they all said it was well worth it.On a Sunday evening in May, sports fans in southeast Wisconsin mingled with a quartet of professional athletes.
Clay Matthews injured by line drive during charity softball game
GRAND CHUTE -- Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews was hit in the face with a line drive during the Green and Gold Charity Softball game at Timber Rattlers Stadium in Grand Chute.According to WLUK, Matthews was underhand pitching in the second inning when he was injured by the hit by offensive lineman Lucas Patrick.After being struck Matthews fell to the ground, got up and covered his face with his glove and walked off the field to the dugout, WLUK reports.
GRAND CHUTE -- Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews was hit in the face with a line drive during the Green and Gold Charity Softball game at Timber Rattlers Stadium in Grand Chute.According to WLUK, Matthews was underhand pitching in the second inning when he was injured by the hit by offensive lineman Lucas Patrick.After being struck Matthews fell to the ground, got up and covered his face with his glove and walked off the field to the dugout, WLUK reports.
Green Bay Packers sign OL Byron Bell, add versatility up front
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers have signed free agent offensive lineman Byron Bell, adding a versatile veteran to beef up depth.The 29-year-old Bell played last season with the Dallas Cowboys, appearing in 12 games and making two starts at left tackle.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers have signed free agent offensive lineman Byron Bell, adding a versatile veteran to beef up depth.The 29-year-old Bell played last season with the Dallas Cowboys, appearing in 12 games and making two starts at left tackle.
NFL players, coaches grapple with new anthem policy
RENTON, Wash. — Seahawks coach Pete Carroll wanted to be talking about football matters — Seattle's recommitment to the run game, the addition of two new coordinators, almost anything to do with what happens between the lines.Instead, the league's oldest coach has spent the past few days processing and discussing the league's new mandate that players on the field stand for the national anthem.
RENTON, Wash. — Seahawks coach Pete Carroll wanted to be talking about football matters — Seattle's recommitment to the run game, the addition of two new coordinators, almost anything to do with what happens between the lines.Instead, the league's oldest coach has spent the past few days processing and discussing the league's new mandate that players on the field stand for the national anthem.
Green Bay Packers sign veteran tight end Marcedes Lewis
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers have signed tight end Marcedes Lewis, adding another veteran to back up Jimmy Graham.The 6-foot-6 Lewis, who turned 34 last week, played 12 seasons in Jacksonville.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers have signed tight end Marcedes Lewis, adding another veteran to back up Jimmy Graham.The 6-foot-6 Lewis, who turned 34 last week, played 12 seasons in Jacksonville.
Lights at Lambeau Field are now LEDs; 'There will be more vibrancy on the field'
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers replaced on Wednesday, May 23 the lights at Lambeau Field with new LEDs.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers replaced on Wednesday, May 23 the lights at Lambeau Field with new LEDs.
NFL owners adopt new policy to address anthem protests
ATLANTA — NFL owners have approved a new policy aimed at addressing the firestorm over national anthem protests, permitting players to stay in the locker room during the "The Star-Spangled Banner" but requiring them to stand if they come to the field.The decision was announced Wednesday by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell during the league's spring meeting in Atlanta.In a sign that players were not part of the discussions, any violations of the policy would result in fines against the team — not the players.
ATLANTA — NFL owners have approved a new policy aimed at addressing the firestorm over national anthem protests, permitting players to stay in the locker room during the "The Star-Spangled Banner" but requiring them to stand if they come to the field.The decision was announced Wednesday by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell during the league's spring meeting in Atlanta.In a sign that players were not part of the discussions, any violations of the policy would result in fines against the team — not the players.
'Energy in the building is significant:' Packers rookies, veterans come together on 1st day of OTAs
GREEN BAY -- Tuesday, May 22 marked the first day as a full squad for the Green Bay Packers' first OTA of the season, bringing rookies and veterans together.They brought a lot of energy on the field.Mike McCarthy was back, Aaron Rodgers was back, Mike Daniels was back -- you can go down the list of familiar names, but there's a lot different in Green Bay this year as well, including new players and coaches.
GREEN BAY -- Tuesday, May 22 marked the first day as a full squad for the Green Bay Packers' first OTA of the season, bringing rookies and veterans together.They brought a lot of energy on the field.Mike McCarthy was back, Aaron Rodgers was back, Mike Daniels was back -- you can go down the list of familiar names, but there's a lot different in Green Bay this year as well, including new players and coaches.
Brett Favre says he went to rehab 3 times to fight addictions
GREEN BAY — Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre says he made three trips to rehabilitation centers during his career to fight his dependence on painkillers and alcohol.Favre told Sports Illustrated he took as many as 14 Vicodin at one time during the 1995 season in Green Bay.
GREEN BAY — Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre says he made three trips to rehabilitation centers during his career to fight his dependence on painkillers and alcohol.Favre told Sports Illustrated he took as many as 14 Vicodin at one time during the 1995 season in Green Bay.
'This is why I smile:' Donald Driver visits school that won Goodwill Industries Pack’er Up Donation Challenge
PEWAUKEE -- Red and black are usually the colors of the Pewaukee School District, but on Monday, May 21, they were replaced with a sea of green and gold.Green Bay Packers' Hall of Famer Donald Driver was the special guest at an assembly celebrating Pewaukee Lake Elementary School.
PEWAUKEE -- Red and black are usually the colors of the Pewaukee School District, but on Monday, May 21, they were replaced with a sea of green and gold.Green Bay Packers' Hall of Famer Donald Driver was the special guest at an assembly celebrating Pewaukee Lake Elementary School.
Green Bay Packers sign 2nd-round pick Josh Jackson
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers have signed second-round draft pick Josh Jackson from Iowa.Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst announced the cornerback's signing on Thursday.Jackson was taken with the 45th overall pick in last month's draft, and his signing comes two days after the Packers signed first-round pick Jaire Alexander, a cornerback from Louisville.The 6-foot, 196-pound Jackson led the country with eight interceptions as a senior for the Hawkeyes, returning two for touchdowns.He and Alexander are expected to improve a Green Bay secondary that allowed 30 touchdown passes last season, tied for the second-highest total of any team.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers have signed second-round draft pick Josh Jackson from Iowa.Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst announced the cornerback's signing on Thursday.Jackson was taken with the 45th overall pick in last month's draft, and his signing comes two days after the Packers signed first-round pick Jaire Alexander, a cornerback from Louisville.The 6-foot, 196-pound Jackson led the country with eight interceptions as a senior for the Hawkeyes, returning two for touchdowns.He and Alexander are expected to improve a Green Bay secondary that allowed 30 touchdown passes last season, tied for the second-highest total of any team.
Packers, Kwik Trip officials announce Kwik Trip Gate at Lambeau, 'official coffee of the Packers'
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers and Kwik Trip announced Tuesday, May 15 they have expanded and enhanced their partnership significantly to include the sponsorship of the stadium’s northwest gate.According to a news release, the Kwik Trip Gate will serve as an entry point to Lambeau Field on gamedays and a prominent link between the stadium and Titletown.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers and Kwik Trip announced Tuesday, May 15 they have expanded and enhanced their partnership significantly to include the sponsorship of the stadium’s northwest gate.According to a news release, the Kwik Trip Gate will serve as an entry point to Lambeau Field on gamedays and a prominent link between the stadium and Titletown.
Green Bay Packers sign 1st round draft pick, CB Jaire Alexander
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have signed first round draft pick Jaire Alexander, a cornerback from Louisville.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have signed first round draft pick Jaire Alexander, a cornerback from Louisville.
Packers great LeRoy Butler surprises girlfriend with proposal in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Former Green Bay Packers' safety LeRoy Butler popped the question in Milwaukee Saturday night, May 12.He surprised his significant other, Genesis Jordan, in a room full of family and friends at Mo's...A Place for Steaks -- and got down on one knee.
MILWAUKEE -- Former Green Bay Packers' safety LeRoy Butler popped the question in Milwaukee Saturday night, May 12.He surprised his significant other, Genesis Jordan, in a room full of family and friends at Mo's...A Place for Steaks -- and got down on one knee.