Lombardi's name synonymous with Green Bay
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- After dropping off the kids at Lombardi Middle School, head down Lombardi Avenue to check out the statue of Vince Lombardi at Lambeau Field.While there, swing by a replica of his office in the Packers Hall of Fame.Among all the awards, commendations and keys to several cities behind glass display cases, there’s even a board game called 'Vince Lombardi's Game.'Vince Lombardi would have turned 100 years old Tuesday.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- After dropping off the kids at Lombardi Middle School, head down Lombardi Avenue to check out the statue of Vince Lombardi at Lambeau Field.While there, swing by a replica of his office in the Packers Hall of Fame.Among all the awards, commendations and keys to several cities behind glass display cases, there’s even a board game called 'Vince Lombardi's Game.'Vince Lombardi would have turned 100 years old Tuesday.
Green Bay Packers sign WR Terrell Sinkfield
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers signed wide receiver Terrell Sinkfield on Tuesday, June 11th.Sinkfield, a 6-foot, 200-pound rookie out of Northern Iowa, signed with the Miami Dolphins as a non-drafted free agent on May 3 and was released by the club on May 28.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers signed wide receiver Terrell Sinkfield on Tuesday, June 11th.Sinkfield, a 6-foot, 200-pound rookie out of Northern Iowa, signed with the Miami Dolphins as a non-drafted free agent on May 3 and was released by the club on May 28.
Wife of former Packers running back is suing NFL
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The wife of a former Green Bay Packers running back is suing the NFL.Lew Carpenter played from 1959 to 1963 for Vince Lombardi.He died in 2010.The lawsuit says studies of Carpenter's brain after his death showed long-term trauma.The lawsuit blames the NFL for putting him in danger and for covering up studies showing a link between concussions and brain damage.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The wife of a former Green Bay Packers running back is suing the NFL.Lew Carpenter played from 1959 to 1963 for Vince Lombardi.He died in 2010.The lawsuit says studies of Carpenter's brain after his death showed long-term trauma.The lawsuit blames the NFL for putting him in danger and for covering up studies showing a link between concussions and brain damage.
Donald Driver Celebrity Softball game to feature Packers legends
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- Green Bay Packers legend Donald Driver has confirmed that for the first time ever, Packers legends will be added to the rosters for the 6th annual Donald Driver Celebrity Softball Game presented by Kwik Trip.Ahman Green, Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila and William Henderson are among the Green Bay legends who will join today’s players plus exciting young rookies like 1st Round Draft Choice Datone Jones and 2nd Round Draft Pick and BCS National Champion Eddie Lacy.The Donald Driver Celebrity Softball Game to help support the Donald Driver Foundation is set for June 16th at Fox Cities Stadium in Appleton, WI.“The Packers’ proud history has always been incredibly special to me and, more importantly, the fans,” Driver said. “We are approaching the 95th anniversary of the team; this is a great way to combine eras.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- Green Bay Packers legend Donald Driver has confirmed that for the first time ever, Packers legends will be added to the rosters for the 6th annual Donald Driver Celebrity Softball Game presented by Kwik Trip.Ahman Green, Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila and William Henderson are among the Green Bay legends who will join today’s players plus exciting young rookies like 1st Round Draft Choice Datone Jones and 2nd Round Draft Pick and BCS National Champion Eddie Lacy.The Donald Driver Celebrity Softball Game to help support the Donald Driver Foundation is set for June 16th at Fox Cities Stadium in Appleton, WI.“The Packers’ proud history has always been incredibly special to me and, more importantly, the fans,” Driver said. “We are approaching the 95th anniversary of the team; this is a great way to combine eras.
New "Packers Field" opens at Milwaukee's Mitchell Park
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers joined the Journey House in Milwaukee on Thursday, June 6th to celebrate the grand opening of the new ‘Packers Field’ at Mitchell Park.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers joined the Journey House in Milwaukee on Thursday, June 6th to celebrate the grand opening of the new ‘Packers Field’ at Mitchell Park.
Verizon inks deal to live-stream Sunday afternoon NFL games
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Verizon extended its exclusive deal with the National Football League yesterday, which for the first time will include the ability for subscribers to stream Sunday afternoon games and playoffs on their phones.Beginning in the 2014 season, football fans with Verizon phones will be able to watch the home-market feeds of CBS and News Corp.'s Fox Sunday afternoon NFL games via Verizon's NFL Mobile app.
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Verizon extended its exclusive deal with the National Football League yesterday, which for the first time will include the ability for subscribers to stream Sunday afternoon games and playoffs on their phones.Beginning in the 2014 season, football fans with Verizon phones will be able to watch the home-market feeds of CBS and News Corp.'s Fox Sunday afternoon NFL games via Verizon's NFL Mobile app.
Deacon Jones, one of the NFL's greatest defensive ends, dies
(CNN) -- There aren't many NFL players who influenced the game like David "Deacon" Jones.Jones, 74, who died Monday of natural causes his Southern California home, proved himself many times over as arguably the sport's most fearsome defensive lineman.He invented his own weapon on the field of battle: the head slap.He created his own statistic on the NFL record books: the quarterback sack."I developed a term that is used in the game right now called sacking the quarterback," Jones is quoted on NFL.com. "Sacking a quarterback is just like you devastate a city or you cream a multitude of people.
(CNN) -- There aren't many NFL players who influenced the game like David "Deacon" Jones.Jones, 74, who died Monday of natural causes his Southern California home, proved himself many times over as arguably the sport's most fearsome defensive lineman.He invented his own weapon on the field of battle: the head slap.He created his own statistic on the NFL record books: the quarterback sack."I developed a term that is used in the game right now called sacking the quarterback," Jones is quoted on NFL.com. "Sacking a quarterback is just like you devastate a city or you cream a multitude of people.
WKLH's Dave Luczak is both Green Bay Packers, Pittsburgh Steelers fan
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dave Luczak, who hosts the "Dave and Carole" morning show on WKLH happens to be both a Green Bay Packers fan, and a Pittsburgh Steelers fan.He discussed cheering for both teams during 2011 Super Bowl XLV on February 6th, 2011 -- when the Packers beat the Steelers 31-25.CLICK the video link above to view the story.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dave Luczak, who hosts the "Dave and Carole" morning show on WKLH happens to be both a Green Bay Packers fan, and a Pittsburgh Steelers fan.He discussed cheering for both teams during 2011 Super Bowl XLV on February 6th, 2011 -- when the Packers beat the Steelers 31-25.CLICK the video link above to view the story.
Ryan Braun keeping fans happy, changes to Packers offense
The Brewers aren't doing so good this year -- especially this month.
The Brewers aren't doing so good this year -- especially this month.
Packers Pro Shop tent sale is set for Saturday, June 1st
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The 20th annual Packers Pro Shop Tent Sale is set for Saturday, June 1st in the Lambeau Field Atrium from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.The sale will feature the traditional mix of Pro Shop items greatly reduced in price and other special purchases.New this year, a very limited number of double club seats, removed from the stadium bowl’s south end during renovation, will be available for purchase.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The 20th annual Packers Pro Shop Tent Sale is set for Saturday, June 1st in the Lambeau Field Atrium from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.The sale will feature the traditional mix of Pro Shop items greatly reduced in price and other special purchases.New this year, a very limited number of double club seats, removed from the stadium bowl’s south end during renovation, will be available for purchase.
Packers sign running back Eddie Lacy
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers have signed running back Eddie Lacy on Thursday, May 30th.Lacy, a 5-foot-11, 230-pound rookie, was selected by the Packers in the second round (No. 61 overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft out of the University of Alabama.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers have signed running back Eddie Lacy on Thursday, May 30th.Lacy, a 5-foot-11, 230-pound rookie, was selected by the Packers in the second round (No. 61 overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft out of the University of Alabama.
Packers, Edvest to offer new reading promotion this summer
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers and Edvest will offer a new reading promotion this summer, “Leap into Reading,” which encourages children to read during the summer while giving parents and grandparents a chance to win one of 20 Edvest college savings accounts valued at $1,000 each along with prizes from the Green Bay Packers.The promotion will begin Wednesday, May 29, which is 529 College Savings Day, a nationally recognized day to increase awareness among families about the importance of saving for their children’s higher education expenses.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers and Edvest will offer a new reading promotion this summer, “Leap into Reading,” which encourages children to read during the summer while giving parents and grandparents a chance to win one of 20 Edvest college savings accounts valued at $1,000 each along with prizes from the Green Bay Packers.The promotion will begin Wednesday, May 29, which is 529 College Savings Day, a nationally recognized day to increase awareness among families about the importance of saving for their children’s higher education expenses.
Beyond the Game: Packers offensive lineman Marshall Newhouse
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- When the football season begins, the Green Bay Packers are going to find out if left is right, and if right is left for that matter.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- When the football season begins, the Green Bay Packers are going to find out if left is right, and if right is left for that matter.
Packers sign safety David Fulton
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers signed safety David Fulton on Tuesday, May 28th.Fulton, a 6-foot, 196-pound rookie out of Chowan University (N.C.), registered 39 tackles (29 solo), five tackles for a loss, a team-high four interceptions, nine passes defensed, a sack and a forced fumble as a senior in 2012.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers signed safety David Fulton on Tuesday, May 28th.Fulton, a 6-foot, 196-pound rookie out of Chowan University (N.C.), registered 39 tackles (29 solo), five tackles for a loss, a team-high four interceptions, nine passes defensed, a sack and a forced fumble as a senior in 2012.
Packers sign WR Alex Gillett
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers signed wide receiver Alex Gillett on Wednesday, May 22nd.Gillett, a 6-foot-1, 214-pound rookie out of Eastern Michigan, played in 45 games with 33 starts during his career, with 30 of the starts coming at quarterback and three at wide receiver.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers signed wide receiver Alex Gillett on Wednesday, May 22nd.Gillett, a 6-foot-1, 214-pound rookie out of Eastern Michigan, played in 45 games with 33 starts during his career, with 30 of the starts coming at quarterback and three at wide receiver.
Students cheer as Donald Driver makes appearance at middle school
GRAFTON (WITI)-- A sea of green and gold greeted former Green Bay Packer Donald Driver on Tuesday, May 21st.
GRAFTON (WITI)-- A sea of green and gold greeted former Green Bay Packer Donald Driver on Tuesday, May 21st.
Beyond the Game: Packers hopeful Jake Stoneburner
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- If you have a uniform and a locker, you have a shot!
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- If you have a uniform and a locker, you have a shot!
"An evening with Aaron Rodgers" benefits MACC Fund
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- "An evening with Aaron Rodgers." Many people hear those five words and automatically take out their wallets.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- "An evening with Aaron Rodgers." Many people hear those five words and automatically take out their wallets.
Packers Rookies Dream Big
Milwaukee (WITI) -- The newest members of the Green Bay Packers got a taste of the green and gold way at rookie orientation and mini-camp.
Milwaukee (WITI) -- The newest members of the Green Bay Packers got a taste of the green and gold way at rookie orientation and mini-camp.
Packers Family Night at Lambeau Field set for Saturday, August 3rd
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Monday, May 13th that ‘Packers Family Night will take place Saturday evening, Aug. 3.This will be the 13th annual ‘Family Night.’ It will feature an intra-squad scrimmage between the Packers’ offense and defense.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- The Green Bay Packers announced on Monday, May 13th that ‘Packers Family Night will take place Saturday evening, Aug. 3.This will be the 13th annual ‘Family Night.’ It will feature an intra-squad scrimmage between the Packers’ offense and defense.