Adrian Peterson set to have surgery on Thursday to address torn meniscus
MINNEAPOLIS -- Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer indicated star running back Adrian Peterson is set to have surgery on Thursday, September 22nd -- to repair his torn meniscus.
MINNEAPOLIS -- Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer indicated star running back Adrian Peterson is set to have surgery on Thursday, September 22nd -- to repair his torn meniscus.
"Disappointing:" Packers hope to use frustration as motivation after falling "short of our goals" vs. Minnesota
MINNESOTA -- There was plenty of frustration in the locker room after the Green Bay Packers lost to the Minnesota Vikings in their brand new stadium on Sunday night, September 18th.
MINNESOTA -- There was plenty of frustration in the locker room after the Green Bay Packers lost to the Minnesota Vikings in their brand new stadium on Sunday night, September 18th.
Vikings Coach Mike Zimmer tells radio show Adrian Peterson has torn meniscus
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota — Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer tells local radio station KFXN-FM that running back Adrian Peterson has a torn meniscus in his right knee.Zimmer recorded his weekly appearance on the show before addressing the media on Monday.
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota — Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer tells local radio station KFXN-FM that running back Adrian Peterson has a torn meniscus in his right knee.Zimmer recorded his weekly appearance on the show before addressing the media on Monday.
Aaron Rodgers intercepted late in the fourth quarter; Packers fall to Vikings 17-14
MINNESOTA -- Sunday, September 18th marks Week 2 of the NFL's regular season -- and the Green Bay Packers are in Minnesota, to take on the Vikings at the brand new US Bank Stadium.Kickoff was set for 7:30 p.m.The Green Bay Packers won the coin toss and deferred to begin this matchup.As play got underway, Packers kicker Mason Crosby booted the opening kickoff out the back of the end zone, and the Vikings would start at their own 25 yard line.The Packers were able to force a Minnesota punt -- and Aaron Rodgers and the Packers offense then took the field.Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb ended up with the ball after Davante Adams fumbled it during the Pack's first possession of the game.The Packers ended up punting the ball, and the Vikings would start at their own 47 yard line after Jake Schum's 38-yard punt.Packers inside linebacker Joe Thomas was able to immediately tackle Vikings RB Jerick McKinnon for a one-yard loss.Then came a sack on Vikings QB Sam Bradford -- Packers DE Mike Daniels' first sack of the year -- resulting in a 10-yard loss for the Vikings.Packers wide receiver Ty Montgomery was able to block the Vikings' punt -- and the Packers would take over at the Green Bay 48 yard line.Davante Adams drew a 40-yard defensive pass interference penalty, and Green Bay had the ball at the Minnesota four yard line.Green Bay got on the scoreboard when Rodgers threw a pass to Jordy Nelson for a touchdown.
MINNESOTA -- Sunday, September 18th marks Week 2 of the NFL's regular season -- and the Green Bay Packers are in Minnesota, to take on the Vikings at the brand new US Bank Stadium.Kickoff was set for 7:30 p.m.The Green Bay Packers won the coin toss and deferred to begin this matchup.As play got underway, Packers kicker Mason Crosby booted the opening kickoff out the back of the end zone, and the Vikings would start at their own 25 yard line.The Packers were able to force a Minnesota punt -- and Aaron Rodgers and the Packers offense then took the field.Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb ended up with the ball after Davante Adams fumbled it during the Pack's first possession of the game.The Packers ended up punting the ball, and the Vikings would start at their own 47 yard line after Jake Schum's 38-yard punt.Packers inside linebacker Joe Thomas was able to immediately tackle Vikings RB Jerick McKinnon for a one-yard loss.Then came a sack on Vikings QB Sam Bradford -- Packers DE Mike Daniels' first sack of the year -- resulting in a 10-yard loss for the Vikings.Packers wide receiver Ty Montgomery was able to block the Vikings' punt -- and the Packers would take over at the Green Bay 48 yard line.Davante Adams drew a 40-yard defensive pass interference penalty, and Green Bay had the ball at the Minnesota four yard line.Green Bay got on the scoreboard when Rodgers threw a pass to Jordy Nelson for a touchdown.
Battle of NFC Rivals: Packers, Vikings play first regular-season game at U.S. Bank Stadium
MINNEAPOLIS-- The Green Bay Packers will take on the Minnesota Vikings in the first regular-season game played at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, September 18th.
MINNEAPOLIS-- The Green Bay Packers will take on the Minnesota Vikings in the first regular-season game played at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, September 18th.
"Thanks 4 the Memories:" More than 700 fans attend tribute dinner with Packers Legend Brett Favre
MILWAUKEE -- It was a once in a life-time evening with Brett Favre.
MILWAUKEE -- It was a once in a life-time evening with Brett Favre.
"Jordy’s Farm Fresh Flakes:" Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson gets his own cereal
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson is getting his own cereal.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson is getting his own cereal.
Color rush uniforms unveiled: Packers will wear white in game against the Bears on Oct. 20th
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have unveiled the color-rush uniforms for their matchup against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field on Thursday night, October 20th.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have unveiled the color-rush uniforms for their matchup against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field on Thursday night, October 20th.
Green Bay Packers sign David Bakhtiari to contract extension
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have signed tackle David Bakhtiari to a contract extension.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have signed tackle David Bakhtiari to a contract extension.
Packers fans invited to pep rally in Minnesota ahead of matchup vs. Vikings
MINNEAPOLIS -- Packers fans are invited to bring the spirit of Green Bay to Minnesota a day early with a Packers Everywhere pep rally at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17.The festivities will take place at The Pourhouse, located at 10 S. 5th St., Minneapolis.Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy will take part in the pre-gameday excitement by greeting fans and participating in a Q-and-A session with Packers analyst Larry McCarren.
MINNEAPOLIS -- Packers fans are invited to bring the spirit of Green Bay to Minnesota a day early with a Packers Everywhere pep rally at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17.The festivities will take place at The Pourhouse, located at 10 S. 5th St., Minneapolis.Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy will take part in the pre-gameday excitement by greeting fans and participating in a Q-and-A session with Packers analyst Larry McCarren.
Final: Green Bay Packers win week one with thriller over Jacksonville Jaguars, 27-23
JACKSONVILLE -- The Green Bay Packers and Jacksonville Jaguars squared off in their NFL season opener in north Florida on Sunday, September 11th -- and finished off a thriller of a game with a huge defensive stand -- to win 27-23.The Packers were first to get on the score board.
JACKSONVILLE -- The Green Bay Packers and Jacksonville Jaguars squared off in their NFL season opener in north Florida on Sunday, September 11th -- and finished off a thriller of a game with a huge defensive stand -- to win 27-23.The Packers were first to get on the score board.
It's time again for regular season Green Bay Packers football! Packers open season Sunday at Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Florida -- It is time again for regular season Green Bay Packers football!The Packers open the regular season Sunday afternoon, September 11th at Jacksonville, vs.
JACKSONVILLE, Florida -- It is time again for regular season Green Bay Packers football!The Packers open the regular season Sunday afternoon, September 11th at Jacksonville, vs.
Packers, Coach McCarthy each make $100K donation to improve police/community relations
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers Head Coach Mike McCarthy and the Packers organization announced Thursday, September 8th they have partnered to each make a $100,000 donation to the Green Bay Police Foundation.According to a statement from the Packers, the donations are matching grants, requiring the Green Bay Police Foundation to raise an additional $200,000 in order to secure the donations from McCarthy and the Packers Corporation.The Green Bay Police Foundation, founded in June of this year, is a non-profit organization that promotes excellence in area police departments and helps to improve public safety and partnerships in the community.The donations from McCarthy and the Packers will be directed to support the Foundation’s efforts to build and enhance relationships between the police and the community, according to the Packers.“I’m excited to support the Green Bay Police Foundation and its work to help all the Green Bay communities build those relationships,” McCarthy said. “It’s important so our children can grow, they can invest, and they can project a healthier and safer community.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers Head Coach Mike McCarthy and the Packers organization announced Thursday, September 8th they have partnered to each make a $100,000 donation to the Green Bay Police Foundation.According to a statement from the Packers, the donations are matching grants, requiring the Green Bay Police Foundation to raise an additional $200,000 in order to secure the donations from McCarthy and the Packers Corporation.The Green Bay Police Foundation, founded in June of this year, is a non-profit organization that promotes excellence in area police departments and helps to improve public safety and partnerships in the community.The donations from McCarthy and the Packers will be directed to support the Foundation’s efforts to build and enhance relationships between the police and the community, according to the Packers.“I’m excited to support the Green Bay Police Foundation and its work to help all the Green Bay communities build those relationships,” McCarthy said. “It’s important so our children can grow, they can invest, and they can project a healthier and safer community.
"Nobody comes into this house without paying the price:" New State Farm ad features Aaron Rodgers, Clay Matthews
State Farm has released a funny new ad featuring Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, and linebacker Clay Matthews.The ad is titled "Pep Talk" and was posted to YouTube on Thursday, September 8th.State Farm officials provided the following description of the ad: "Aaron can protect his team’s home field.
State Farm has released a funny new ad featuring Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, and linebacker Clay Matthews.The ad is titled "Pep Talk" and was posted to YouTube on Thursday, September 8th.State Farm officials provided the following description of the ad: "Aaron can protect his team’s home field.
49ers QB Colin Kaepernick to donate money from jersey sales to charity
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Colin Kaepernick says he will donate all the money he receives from his jersey sales to charity to thank fans for their support during his national anthem protest.Kaepernick announced the move Wednesday on his Instagram account saying he was pleased that his San Francisco 49ers jersey has become the top seller in the NFL since his protest became public.
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Colin Kaepernick says he will donate all the money he receives from his jersey sales to charity to thank fans for their support during his national anthem protest.Kaepernick announced the move Wednesday on his Instagram account saying he was pleased that his San Francisco 49ers jersey has become the top seller in the NFL since his protest became public.
#GoPackGo: Get creative with your tweets this NFL season using new NFL emojis
MILWAUKEE -- Twitter released on Wednesday, September 7th official hashtags that will allow you to add a team logo to your football tweets this season.There is one for every NFL team.
MILWAUKEE -- Twitter released on Wednesday, September 7th official hashtags that will allow you to add a team logo to your football tweets this season.There is one for every NFL team.
"Hail Mary" brat, Poutine, "Pig Skin" baked potato among the new food items at Lambeau this season
GREEN BAY -- It wasn't just the roster getting shaken up at Lambeau Field ahead of the Green Bay Packers first regular season game on Sunday, September 11th at Jacksonville.
GREEN BAY -- It wasn't just the roster getting shaken up at Lambeau Field ahead of the Green Bay Packers first regular season game on Sunday, September 11th at Jacksonville.
"People really enjoy it:" Packers fence across from Lambeau features Jordy-themed slogan this year
GREEN BAY -- In Green Bay, on Lombardi Avenue, there's a sign that the NFL regular season is nearly here!The Packers fence, located across from Lambeau Field has always been painted with a special slogan every year.On Labor Day, Monday, September 5th, people gathered to paint the fence green and gold.This year's theme is centered around the return of Jordy Nelson, with the fence reading: "With Jordy, it's better to receive."Organizers of the event said it's a great way to connect with the community."It's been going for quite a while and people really enjoy it.
GREEN BAY -- In Green Bay, on Lombardi Avenue, there's a sign that the NFL regular season is nearly here!The Packers fence, located across from Lambeau Field has always been painted with a special slogan every year.On Labor Day, Monday, September 5th, people gathered to paint the fence green and gold.This year's theme is centered around the return of Jordy Nelson, with the fence reading: "With Jordy, it's better to receive."Organizers of the event said it's a great way to connect with the community."It's been going for quite a while and people really enjoy it.
Packers announce Jordy Nelson's a "full go" for Sunday's matchup in Jacksonville
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson will play on Sunday, September 11th in the Packers' first regular season matchup vs.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson will play on Sunday, September 11th in the Packers' first regular season matchup vs.
Packers going with Lane Taylor to replace Josh Sitton on OL
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers are going with Lane Taylor at left guard to replace Josh Sitton after the team's surprising release of the three-time Pro Bowl selection.Taylor, a fourth-year pro, has started two games in his career.
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers are going with Lane Taylor at left guard to replace Josh Sitton after the team's surprising release of the three-time Pro Bowl selection.Taylor, a fourth-year pro, has started two games in his career.