Former linebacker A.J. Hawk retiring with the Packers
GREEN BAY -- Former linebacker A.J. Hawk, who played nine seasons (2006-14) in Green Bay, has informed the club on Tuesday, April 18th of his decision to retire with the Packers.Hawk, who was drafted by Green Bay with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft out of Ohio State, ranks No. 1 in franchise history (since 1975) with 1,118 career tackles, having surpassed LB John Anderson’s mark (1,020, 1978-89) in the 2013 regular-season finale.
GREEN BAY -- Former linebacker A.J. Hawk, who played nine seasons (2006-14) in Green Bay, has informed the club on Tuesday, April 18th of his decision to retire with the Packers.Hawk, who was drafted by Green Bay with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft out of Ohio State, ranks No. 1 in franchise history (since 1975) with 1,118 career tackles, having surpassed LB John Anderson’s mark (1,020, 1978-89) in the 2013 regular-season finale.
Pittsburgh Steelers chairman Dan Rooney dies at 84
PITTSBURGH -- Dan Rooney, the powerful and popular Pittsburgh Steelers chairman whose name is attached to the NFL's landmark initiative in minority hiring, died Thursday.
PITTSBURGH -- Dan Rooney, the powerful and popular Pittsburgh Steelers chairman whose name is attached to the NFL's landmark initiative in minority hiring, died Thursday.
Green Bay Packers offer youth football coaching school on June 4th
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Thursday, April 13th that they are set to host the team’s fourth annual “Green Bay Packers Coaching School” at Lambeau Field on June 4th.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Thursday, April 13th that they are set to host the team’s fourth annual “Green Bay Packers Coaching School” at Lambeau Field on June 4th.
Green Bay Packers great Donald Driver to hold a "Thank You Fans" Tour in August
MILWAUKEE -- Packers great Donald Driver will visit fans around Wisconsin from August 10th through the 13th as part of a Thank You Fans Tour, a news release from Lammi Sports Management indicates.Fans, community events, charitable causes, schools and Wisconsin companies can send Driver a request for a tour stop by CLICKING HERE.Driver stated the following in the news release:
MILWAUKEE -- Packers great Donald Driver will visit fans around Wisconsin from August 10th through the 13th as part of a Thank You Fans Tour, a news release from Lammi Sports Management indicates.Fans, community events, charitable causes, schools and Wisconsin companies can send Driver a request for a tour stop by CLICKING HERE.Driver stated the following in the news release:
Green Bay Packers release CB Makinton Dorleant
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers on Tuesday, April 11th released CB Makinton Dorleant.The transaction was announced by Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations Ted Thompson.Dorleant, who signed with the Packers as an undrafted free agent out of the University of Northern Iowa in May 2016, played in four games as a rookie last season after being activated from injured reserve; designated for return on December 3rd.He sustained an injury in Week 17 at Detroit and was placed on injured reserve on January 5th.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers on Tuesday, April 11th released CB Makinton Dorleant.The transaction was announced by Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations Ted Thompson.Dorleant, who signed with the Packers as an undrafted free agent out of the University of Northern Iowa in May 2016, played in four games as a rookie last season after being activated from injured reserve; designated for return on December 3rd.He sustained an injury in Week 17 at Detroit and was placed on injured reserve on January 5th.
Green Bay Packers preseason schedule features opener at Lambeau, 3 games against NFC teams
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers' preseason schedule features an opener at Lambeau Field and three games against NFC teams.The preliminary schedule was communicated by the National Football League on Monday, April 10th:
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers' preseason schedule features an opener at Lambeau Field and three games against NFC teams.The preliminary schedule was communicated by the National Football League on Monday, April 10th:
Cast your vote: Packers Ticket Takeover finalists whittled down to final 5
GREEN BAY -- We're down to the final five!
GREEN BAY -- We're down to the final five!
"One more time for Wisconsin:" Former Packers RB Eddie Lacy is hosting a garage sale!
GREEN BAY -- Former Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy is hosting a garage sale -- and all proceeds will benefit charity!
GREEN BAY -- Former Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy is hosting a garage sale -- and all proceeds will benefit charity!
AP source: Cowboys' Tony Romo retiring, replacing Phil Simms at CBS
DALLAS — Tony Romo is retiring and replacing another former quarterback in Phil Simms on the top NFL broadcasting team for CBS after choosing not to chase that elusive Super Bowl with a team other than the Dallas Cowboys.Romo, who will be paired with play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz, considered multiple network offers along with whether he wanted to pursue a Super Bowl elsewhere after losing the starting job in Dallas last season, a person told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
DALLAS — Tony Romo is retiring and replacing another former quarterback in Phil Simms on the top NFL broadcasting team for CBS after choosing not to chase that elusive Super Bowl with a team other than the Dallas Cowboys.Romo, who will be paired with play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz, considered multiple network offers along with whether he wanted to pursue a Super Bowl elsewhere after losing the starting job in Dallas last season, a person told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
Want to work at Lambeau Field?! Job fairs set for April 12th, 13th for 2017 season
GREEN BAY -- Want to work at Lambeau Field this Green Bay Packers season?!
GREEN BAY -- Want to work at Lambeau Field this Green Bay Packers season?!
NFL owners approve Raiders' move from Oakland to Las Vegas
PHOENIX — NFL owners approved the Oakland Raiders' move to Las Vegas at the league meetings on Monday.The vote was a foregone conclusion after the league and Raiders were not satisfied with Oakland's proposals for a new stadium, and Las Vegas stepped up with $750 million in public money.
PHOENIX — NFL owners approved the Oakland Raiders' move to Las Vegas at the league meetings on Monday.The vote was a foregone conclusion after the league and Raiders were not satisfied with Oakland's proposals for a new stadium, and Las Vegas stepped up with $750 million in public money.
Packers' CB Makinton Dorleant, Bears' CB Deiondre Hall arrested outside bar in Iowa
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Authorities in central Iowa say Chicago Bears cornerback Deiondre Hall and Green Bay Packers cornerback Makinton Dorleant were arrested outside a bar in Cedar Falls.
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Authorities in central Iowa say Chicago Bears cornerback Deiondre Hall and Green Bay Packers cornerback Makinton Dorleant were arrested outside a bar in Cedar Falls.
ESPN report: Packers sign defensive tackle Ricky Jean Francois to 1-year deal
GREEN BAY -- Adam Schefter, an NFL Insider for ESPN, is reported that former Washington Redskins defensive tackle Ricky Jean Francois has signed a one-year deal with the Green Bay Packers.
GREEN BAY -- Adam Schefter, an NFL Insider for ESPN, is reported that former Washington Redskins defensive tackle Ricky Jean Francois has signed a one-year deal with the Green Bay Packers.
Brett Favre to TMZ: "I could still make throws. If they promise they won't hit me, I'll play"
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers legend Brett Favre told TMZ Thursday, March 23rd he knows he "still has the arm" to compete in the National Football League, but he "doesn't want to get hit anymore.""I could still make throws.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers legend Brett Favre told TMZ Thursday, March 23rd he knows he "still has the arm" to compete in the National Football League, but he "doesn't want to get hit anymore.""I could still make throws.
Kaepernick donates $50K to Meals on Wheels after President Trump swipe
Meals on Wheels has confirmed a $50,000 donation from former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick.The group that provides food for seniors in need thanked Kaepernick for his donation on Tuesday.
Meals on Wheels has confirmed a $50,000 donation from former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick.The group that provides food for seniors in need thanked Kaepernick for his donation on Tuesday.
Tom Brady’s stolen Super Bowl jerseys recovered; 2nd jersey, helmet also found
MEXICO -- The mystery of Tom Brady's missing Super Bowl jersey led police all the way to Mexico, and authorities were investigating a former tabloid newspaper executive's possible role in the case.Police and the NFL announced Monday that Brady's jersey, which went missing from the locker room after the Patriots' 34-28 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons last month, had been found in Mexico.
MEXICO -- The mystery of Tom Brady's missing Super Bowl jersey led police all the way to Mexico, and authorities were investigating a former tabloid newspaper executive's possible role in the case.Police and the NFL announced Monday that Brady's jersey, which went missing from the locker room after the Patriots' 34-28 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons last month, had been found in Mexico.
Green Bay Packers sign CB Davon House, re-sign LB Jordan Tripp
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have signed CB Davon House and re-signed LB Jordan Tripp.According to a statement from the Packers, House returns to Green Bay after playing the last two seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have signed CB Davon House and re-signed LB Jordan Tripp.According to a statement from the Packers, House returns to Green Bay after playing the last two seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Eddie Lacy's agent says running back to join Seattle Seahawks
SEATTLE — Eddie Lacy's agent says the former Green Bay running back is joining the Seattle Seahawks.Lacy's management group, Sports Trust Advisors, said Tuesday on Twitter that the four-year veteran has agreed to terms with the Seahawks.
SEATTLE — Eddie Lacy's agent says the former Green Bay running back is joining the Seattle Seahawks.Lacy's management group, Sports Trust Advisors, said Tuesday on Twitter that the four-year veteran has agreed to terms with the Seahawks.
Lions reach 3-year deal with T.J. Lang
GREEN BAY -- T.J. Lang is switching sides in an NFC North rivalry — and returning to his roots.The Detroit Lions agreed to a three-year deal with Lang, another significant move to bolster their offensive line in a busy offseason so far.
GREEN BAY -- T.J. Lang is switching sides in an NFC North rivalry — and returning to his roots.The Detroit Lions agreed to a three-year deal with Lang, another significant move to bolster their offensive line in a busy offseason so far.
Celebration of his induction into Packers Hall of Fame: Donald Driver brings back Charity Softball Game!
GRAND CHUTE -- The Donald Driver Charity Softball Game is RETURNING this summer -- one last time!The Packers beloved all-time leading receiver and Super Bowl champion is going into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame this year, and he's saying "thank you" to fans by hosting the charity softball game at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium Sunday, August 13th.Game time is 1:05 p.m.“When I first retired from the Green Bay Packers, I talked about touring the state of Wisconsin saying ‘thank you’ to fans for the incredible love and support during my career.
GRAND CHUTE -- The Donald Driver Charity Softball Game is RETURNING this summer -- one last time!The Packers beloved all-time leading receiver and Super Bowl champion is going into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame this year, and he's saying "thank you" to fans by hosting the charity softball game at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium Sunday, August 13th.Game time is 1:05 p.m.“When I first retired from the Green Bay Packers, I talked about touring the state of Wisconsin saying ‘thank you’ to fans for the incredible love and support during my career.