Green Bay Packers' new season gets underway with NFL Scouting Combine
INDIANAPOLIS -- The Green Bay Packers' new season officially gets underway this week with the NFL Scouting Combine.
INDIANAPOLIS -- The Green Bay Packers' new season officially gets underway this week with the NFL Scouting Combine.
Green Bay Packers GM: Contract talks with Aaron Rodgers to come 'sooner than later'
INDIANAPOLIS -- Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst says that the team would like to extend the contract of quarterback Aaron Rodgers "sooner rather than later."Gutekunst was asked about the two-time NFL MVP at the combine.
INDIANAPOLIS -- Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst says that the team would like to extend the contract of quarterback Aaron Rodgers "sooner rather than later."Gutekunst was asked about the two-time NFL MVP at the combine.
Watch: Green Bay Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst fields questions at NFL Combine
INDIANAPOLIS -- Green Bay Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst is fielding questions at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.
INDIANAPOLIS -- Green Bay Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst is fielding questions at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.
Papa John’s to end NFL sponsorship after sales, stock fall
Papa John's is breaking up with the NFL.The pizza chain, which last year blamed slumping sales on the NFL's handling of player protests, is ending its sponsorship of the league."While the NFL remains an important channel for us, we have determined that there are better ways to reach and activate this audience," CEO Steve Ritchie said a conference call to discuss the company's quarterly earnings.Papa John's has been a league sponsor since 2010.
Papa John's is breaking up with the NFL.The pizza chain, which last year blamed slumping sales on the NFL's handling of player protests, is ending its sponsorship of the league."While the NFL remains an important channel for us, we have determined that there are better ways to reach and activate this audience," CEO Steve Ritchie said a conference call to discuss the company's quarterly earnings.Papa John's has been a league sponsor since 2010.
Packers, Cowboys, Raiders, Bengals get 4 compensatory picks
NEW YORK — The Packers, Cowboys, Raiders and Bengals will each receive four compensatory picks in April's draft.The NFL announced Friday that 32 such selections will be split among 15 teams.
NEW YORK — The Packers, Cowboys, Raiders and Bengals will each receive four compensatory picks in April's draft.The NFL announced Friday that 32 such selections will be split among 15 teams.
Ex-NFL player in custody after gun photo threatens former teammates, school
LOS ANGELES – Former NFL player Jonathan Martin has been taken into custody in connection with a social media post that prompted elite Southern California school Harvard-Westlake to close its two campuses in Studio City and Beverly Crest Friday, a source told the Los Angeles Times.Martin, who graduated from the elite private school a decade ago, posted an image of a shotgun to his verified but private Instagram account, writing "When you're a bully victim & a coward, your(sic) options are suicide or revenge."The post included the hashtags #HarvardWestlake and #MiamiDolphins, his former professional football team.A screenshot of the Instagram story was posted by Twitter user Nick Brown.
LOS ANGELES – Former NFL player Jonathan Martin has been taken into custody in connection with a social media post that prompted elite Southern California school Harvard-Westlake to close its two campuses in Studio City and Beverly Crest Friday, a source told the Los Angeles Times.Martin, who graduated from the elite private school a decade ago, posted an image of a shotgun to his verified but private Instagram account, writing "When you're a bully victim & a coward, your(sic) options are suicide or revenge."The post included the hashtags #HarvardWestlake and #MiamiDolphins, his former professional football team.A screenshot of the Instagram story was posted by Twitter user Nick Brown.
Mark your calendars: Packers announce dates for 13th annual Tailgate Tour
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have announced their plans for the 13th annual "Green Bay Packers Tailgate Tour." From April 10 through the 14th, the Tailgate Tour will travel throughout southeastern Wisconsin, eastern Iowa and the Milwaukee area to visit with fans and thank them in person for their support.According to a recent release, tour celebrities will include Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy, players Kenny Clark, Blake Martinez and Ty Montgomery, and Packers alumni Rob Davis, Antonio Freeman and Bubba Franks.“The Packers are looking forward to embarking on the 13th annual Tailgate Tour,” said Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy. “We’re excited to visit with fans in Wisconsin and Iowa this year, and we are proud to be supporting outstanding nonprofit organizations during the tour, with the help of our loyal fans.”The tailgate party locations, hosting organizations and ticket information are as follows:
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have announced their plans for the 13th annual "Green Bay Packers Tailgate Tour." From April 10 through the 14th, the Tailgate Tour will travel throughout southeastern Wisconsin, eastern Iowa and the Milwaukee area to visit with fans and thank them in person for their support.According to a recent release, tour celebrities will include Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy, players Kenny Clark, Blake Martinez and Ty Montgomery, and Packers alumni Rob Davis, Antonio Freeman and Bubba Franks.“The Packers are looking forward to embarking on the 13th annual Tailgate Tour,” said Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy. “We’re excited to visit with fans in Wisconsin and Iowa this year, and we are proud to be supporting outstanding nonprofit organizations during the tour, with the help of our loyal fans.”The tailgate party locations, hosting organizations and ticket information are as follows:
'You're a catch!' Share some love with these Green Bay Packers' Valentines! 💚 💛
MILWAUKEE -- Valentine's Day is Wednesday, Feb. 14, and the Green Bay Packers are celebrating with Packers' themed Valentines!The Valentine's Day cards feature some of your favorite Packers' players with messages like "you're a catch" and "you give me a rush."You can download the cards and send them digitally, or click and print.Here are two examples (via Packers.com):
MILWAUKEE -- Valentine's Day is Wednesday, Feb. 14, and the Green Bay Packers are celebrating with Packers' themed Valentines!The Valentine's Day cards feature some of your favorite Packers' players with messages like "you're a catch" and "you give me a rush."You can download the cards and send them digitally, or click and print.Here are two examples (via Packers.com):
Rangers trade QB-infielder Russell Wilson to Yankees
ARLINGTON, Texas — Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has been traded — from the Texas Rangers to the New York Yankees.The Rangers selected Wilson in the Triple-A portion of the Rule 5 draft during the winter meetings in December 2013, about two months before he led the Seahawks to a win over Denver in the Super Bowl.On Wednesday, Texas traded Wilson to the Yankees for future considerations.Wilson spent a day in uniform with the Rangers at spring training in Surprise, Arizona, in 2014 without appearing in a game, and made another cameo appearance at camp the following spring.
ARLINGTON, Texas — Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has been traded — from the Texas Rangers to the New York Yankees.The Rangers selected Wilson in the Triple-A portion of the Rule 5 draft during the winter meetings in December 2013, about two months before he led the Seahawks to a win over Denver in the Super Bowl.On Wednesday, Texas traded Wilson to the Yankees for future considerations.Wilson spent a day in uniform with the Rangers at spring training in Surprise, Arizona, in 2014 without appearing in a game, and made another cameo appearance at camp the following spring.
Packers Student Art Contest: Submit your artwork to be displayed at Lambeau Field
GREEN BAY -- It's an awesome opportunity for art students to showcase their work inside a huge Midwest tourism destination.
GREEN BAY -- It's an awesome opportunity for art students to showcase their work inside a huge Midwest tourism destination.
Former Green Bay Packers' guard Jerry Kramer voted into Pro Football Hall of Fame
GREEN BAY -- After his 11th time on the ballot, former Green Bay Packers' guard Jerry Kramer has been voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2018.
GREEN BAY -- After his 11th time on the ballot, former Green Bay Packers' guard Jerry Kramer has been voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2018.
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers wants to follow in Tom Brady's footsteps
MINNEAPOLIS — Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers wants to take the same path as Tom Brady, still flinging footballs and chasing championships at age 40.He knows he might have to leave Green Bay to do that.The 34-year-old acknowledged Thursday in an interview with The Associated Press that he may have to play for another team like Brett Favre did at the end of his Hall-of-Fame career.Rodgers said he doesn't think Favre ever fathomed leaving Green Bay before the Packers dealt him in 2008 to the Jets to make room for Rodgers.
MINNEAPOLIS — Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers wants to take the same path as Tom Brady, still flinging footballs and chasing championships at age 40.He knows he might have to leave Green Bay to do that.The 34-year-old acknowledged Thursday in an interview with The Associated Press that he may have to play for another team like Brett Favre did at the end of his Hall-of-Fame career.Rodgers said he doesn't think Favre ever fathomed leaving Green Bay before the Packers dealt him in 2008 to the Jets to make room for Rodgers.
Fox gets Thursday night football for 5 years, $3B 🏈
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Fox and the NFL have agreed to a five-year deal for Thursday night football games.Those games previously were televised by CBS and NBC, two of the league's other network partners.
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Fox and the NFL have agreed to a five-year deal for Thursday night football games.Those games previously were televised by CBS and NBC, two of the league's other network partners.
Trial date set for former Packers' RB Ahman Green, accused of child abuse
GREEN BAY -- An April 18 trial date has been set for former Green Bay Packers' running back Ahman Green.
GREEN BAY -- An April 18 trial date has been set for former Green Bay Packers' running back Ahman Green.
Green Bay ranked #1 city in the nation for football fans 🏈
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay, Wisconsin has been ranked the #1 best city for football fans in the United States!This, according to a ranking by WalletHub, which released its list of Best and Worst Cities for Football Fans for 2018, ahead of Super Bowl LII.According to WalletHub, analysts compared more than 240 U.S. cities with at least one college or professional football team based on 21 key metrics.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay, Wisconsin has been ranked the #1 best city for football fans in the United States!This, according to a ranking by WalletHub, which released its list of Best and Worst Cities for Football Fans for 2018, ahead of Super Bowl LII.According to WalletHub, analysts compared more than 240 U.S. cities with at least one college or professional football team based on 21 key metrics.
Man gets tattoo after meeting Packers' QB Aaron Rodgers in Hawaii, getting his autograph
GREEN BAY -- A man in Hawaii got a permanent reminder of the time he met Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.According to WLUK, while some of this teammates are in Orlando for the Pro Bowl, Rodgers is vacationing in Hawaii.According to an Instagram post, the fan had Rodgers autograph his arm after he showed the MVP around Maui.The fan then went and got the signature tattooed, appropriately positioned next to his Packers "G" tattoo.
GREEN BAY -- A man in Hawaii got a permanent reminder of the time he met Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.According to WLUK, while some of this teammates are in Orlando for the Pro Bowl, Rodgers is vacationing in Hawaii.According to an Instagram post, the fan had Rodgers autograph his arm after he showed the MVP around Maui.The fan then went and got the signature tattooed, appropriately positioned next to his Packers "G" tattoo.
Green Bay Packers bring back Joe Philbin to run offense
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have rehired Joe Philbin as offensive coordinator, hoping he can bring another Super Bowl championship to Green Bay.The team announced the hire Wednesday, Jan. 24 along with Mike Pettine as defensive coordinator.Philbin is a former Miami Dolphins head coach, but he also spent 2007-11 as Green Bay's offensive coordinator.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have rehired Joe Philbin as offensive coordinator, hoping he can bring another Super Bowl championship to Green Bay.The team announced the hire Wednesday, Jan. 24 along with Mike Pettine as defensive coordinator.Philbin is a former Miami Dolphins head coach, but he also spent 2007-11 as Green Bay's offensive coordinator.
JJ Watt named a finalist in NFL's 'Man of the Year' competition
PEWAUKEE, Wis. -- Pewaukee's own JJ Watt has been named a finalist in the NFL's "Man of the Year" competition.Other finalists include Benjamin Watson -- Baltimore Ravens tight end and Greg Olsen, Carolina Panthers tight end.
PEWAUKEE, Wis. -- Pewaukee's own JJ Watt has been named a finalist in the NFL's "Man of the Year" competition.Other finalists include Benjamin Watson -- Baltimore Ravens tight end and Greg Olsen, Carolina Panthers tight end.
Super Bowl LII: New England Patriots vs. Philadelphia Eagles
PHILADELPHIA -- Nick Foles and the Philadelphia Eagles will be underdogs one last time.
PHILADELPHIA -- Nick Foles and the Philadelphia Eagles will be underdogs one last time.
'Crisco Cops' apply grease to light poles to prevent climbing after Vikings/Eagles NFC Championship matchup
PHILADELPHIA — Workers in Philadelphia are greasing light poles in a bid to prevent fans from climbing up them after the NFC Championship game.Officials say the grease should make the poles too slippery to climb.The workers applying the grease are jokingly calling themselves the "Crisco Cops."The Philadelphia Eagles are hosting the Minnesota Vikings in the championship game on Sunday night.
PHILADELPHIA — Workers in Philadelphia are greasing light poles in a bid to prevent fans from climbing up them after the NFC Championship game.Officials say the grease should make the poles too slippery to climb.The workers applying the grease are jokingly calling themselves the "Crisco Cops."The Philadelphia Eagles are hosting the Minnesota Vikings in the championship game on Sunday night.