Packers rule out WRs Adams, Nelson for finale against Lions

GREEN BAY — Receivers Davante Adams and Jordy Nelson are among six key players who will miss the Green Bay Packers' season finale against the Detroit Lions because of injuries.Adams was in the concussion protocol after absorbing a hard hit two weeks ago from Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis.

WR Jordy Nelson misses 2nd day of practice for Packers

GREEN BAY — Jordy Nelson missed a second day of practice with a shoulder injury, leaving his availability in the Packers' already short-handed receiving group in doubt for Green Bay's season finale against Detroit.Leading receiver Davante Adams, who was in the concussion protocol following a hit two weeks ago from Carolina linebacker Thomas Davis, also appears unlikely to face the Lions after missing practice Thursday.Fourth receiver Geronimo Allison sat out Thursday with an illness.

Packers, Lions square up in final game of the 2017 regular season

DETROIT -- The Green Bay Packers will try to finish the season with a .500 record when they visit Motor City on Sunday, December 31st to take on the Detroit Lions.

Green Bay Packers shut out by Minnesota Vikings 16-0

GREEN BAY— The Minnesota Vikings shut out an opponent for the first time in nearly a quarter-century, beating the injury-depleted Green Bay Packers 16-0 on Saturday night to stay in the hunt for a first-round playoff bye.Stefon Diggs caught a 4-yard pass from Case Keenum just inside the back line of the end zone in the first quarter for the only touchdown.

Green Bay Packers looking to "move forward" following loss to Panthers

GREEN BAY -- Even with the return of Aaron Rodgers, the Green Bay Packers came up short in Carolina, losing the game and just about any hope of making the playoffs this season.

Packers' DT Mike Daniels, FB Aaron Ripkowski named Pro Bowl first alternates

GREEN BAY -- Packers defensive tackle Mike Daniels and fullback Aaron Ripkowski have been named first alternates for the Pro Bowl, the NFL announced Tuesday.Receiver Davante Adams, tackle David Bakhtiari, linebacker Clay Matthews and punter Justin Vogel also were named alternates.

NFL: Thomas Davis suspension reduced to 1 game after helmet-to-helmet hit on Davante Adams

NORTH CAROLINA -- The NFL reduced Thomas Davis' suspension Tuesday, December 19th from two games to one, league spokesman Michael Signora announced.The Carolina Panthers linebacker had been banned two games Monday for his blindside block that left Green Bay Packers receiver Davante Adams with a concussion on Sunday.

Packers' QB Aaron Rodgers placed on injured reserve; McCarthy says "he's not happy about it"

GREEN BAY -- Aaron Rodgers is done for the season.The Green Bay Packers put their star quarterback on injured reserve Tuesday, a day after they were eliminated from playoff contention.Rodgers missed seven games after breaking his right collarbone Oct. 15 against Minnesota.

Packers' QB Aaron Rodgers signs autographs in support of Salvation Army at Lambeau Field

GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers supported the Salvation Army on Monday, Dec. 18, at the Lambeau Field Atrium -- signing autographs for fans in exchange for monetary donations.Fans were asked to donate a minimum of $100 per autograph to help the Salvation Army reach its donation goals for 2017.

"Game is dangerous enough:" Packers' Adams fired up over hit to helmet; Panthers' Davis suspended

GREEN BAY -- Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis has been suspended for two games by the NFL following his helmet-to-helmet hit on Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams.The league announced the decision Monday:

Colin Kaepernick wants to join Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Stephen Curry in buying the Carolina Panthers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick on Monday joined Sean "Diddy" Combs and Steph Curry in saying he'd like to buy the Carolina Panthers.Kaepernick took to Twitter Monday morning, saying "I want in on the ownership group!

Packers fall to Panthers 31-24 as Aaron Rodgers returns vs. Carolina 🏈

CHARLOTTE, N.C. --Cam Newton threw for 242 yards and four touchdowns, and the Carolina Panthers spoiled Aaron Rodgers' return from a broken collarbone with a 31-24 win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

"They travel well:" Green Bay fans pack Charlotte bar for Packers pep rally

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- It was a sea of green and gold in Charlotte on Saturday, December 16th, ahead of Sunday's game versus the Carolina Panthers.The Green Bay Packers held a pep rally at Whisky River, a bar in Charlotte.Fans got loud for what they're hoping will be a win for the Packers.Some Packers' alumni say the team's fans are truly unique.PHOTO GALLERY"You don't always get this love everywhere you go but Packer fans love their team and they travel well," said former Packers player, Colin Cole.It was a big celebration ahead of a big day on Sunday!

Packers activate Aaron Rodgers from injured reserve

GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers activated quarterback Aaron Rodgers from injured reserve Saturday, a day before he starts Sunday in a must-win game at Carolina.Rodgers broke his right collarbone at Minnesota on Oct. 15, had surgery and was placed on injured reserve on Oct. 20.

He's back! Packers QB Aaron Rodgers preps to play Panthers, says "I feel confident"

GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers stayed afloat in the postseason race while hoping for nearly two months that Aaron Rodgers would return.News that the two-time NFL MVP was cleared medically to come back from a collarbone injury finally arrived Tuesday night, coming a bit later than coach Mike McCarthy hoped — but well worth the wait for the playoff-hopeful Packers.Rodgers is in line to start this weekend against the Carolina Panthers."The strength and the flexibility came back the quickest," Rodgers said after practice Wednesday. "It was just waiting on the bone to be ready to play."That clearance finally came on Tuesday night.

Packers to host pep rally in Charlotte ahead of matchup with Panthers 🏈

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers are hosting a "Packers Everywhere" pep rally in Charlotte, North Carolina Saturday, December 16th ahead of the Packers/Panthers matchup Sunday at Bank of America Stadium.The festivities will take place at Whisky River, located at 210 E.