Peyton Manning, Colts are parting ways
(CNN) -- A tearful Peyton Manning announced the end of his 14-year career with the Indianapolis Colts on Wednesday, but said he plans to be playing in the NFL again.In a press conference with Colts owner Jim Irsay, the four-time NFL Most Valuable Player said circumstances had brought his time with the Colts to an end, despite both the wishes of him and Irsay that things could have worked out differently."It wasn't his decision.
(CNN) -- A tearful Peyton Manning announced the end of his 14-year career with the Indianapolis Colts on Wednesday, but said he plans to be playing in the NFL again.In a press conference with Colts owner Jim Irsay, the four-time NFL Most Valuable Player said circumstances had brought his time with the Colts to an end, despite both the wishes of him and Irsay that things could have worked out differently."It wasn't his decision.
Senate approves Aaron Rodgers Day
MADISON (AP) -- The state Senate has passed a resolution naming a day for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.The resolution designates Dec. 12, 2012, as Aaron Rodgers Day.Rodgers, who wears No. 12, led the Packers to a Super Bowl victory last year and helped them to a 15-2 record this past season.
MADISON (AP) -- The state Senate has passed a resolution naming a day for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.The resolution designates Dec. 12, 2012, as Aaron Rodgers Day.Rodgers, who wears No. 12, led the Packers to a Super Bowl victory last year and helped them to a 15-2 record this past season.
Packers don't tag free agent Flynn
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers did not use the franchise tag on Matt Flynn before Monday's 3pm deadline, which allows the soon-to-be unrestricted free-agent quarterback the ability to leave when the market opens next week.Had the Pack opted to tag Aaron Rodgers' backup, they would have had to pay him over $14 million next season (unless they worked a sign and trade, which is frowned upon by the NFL).Green Bay could still wind up with a compensatory pick for Flynn in 2013.The Packers did not use the franchise tag on any other player.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers did not use the franchise tag on Matt Flynn before Monday's 3pm deadline, which allows the soon-to-be unrestricted free-agent quarterback the ability to leave when the market opens next week.Had the Pack opted to tag Aaron Rodgers' backup, they would have had to pay him over $14 million next season (unless they worked a sign and trade, which is frowned upon by the NFL).Green Bay could still wind up with a compensatory pick for Flynn in 2013.The Packers did not use the franchise tag on any other player.
Wis. lawmakers to honor man behind cheesehead hat
MADISON, (AP) -- Wisconsin lawmakers are getting ready to honor the man who used cheese to create one of the state's most beloved cultural symbols.The state Assembly will vote Tuesday on a joint resolution to honor entrepreneur Ralph Bruno.
MADISON, (AP) -- Wisconsin lawmakers are getting ready to honor the man who used cheese to create one of the state's most beloved cultural symbols.The state Assembly will vote Tuesday on a joint resolution to honor entrepreneur Ralph Bruno.
Packers sold more than 268,000 shares of stock
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers say they sold more than 268,000 shares in their most recent stock offering, raising $67 million dollars to help fund stadium improvements.The team said Thursday it added more than 250,000 new shareholders in the latest stock sale -- its fifth in team history.About half of the sales were in Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers say they sold more than 268,000 shares in their most recent stock offering, raising $67 million dollars to help fund stadium improvements.The team said Thursday it added more than 250,000 new shareholders in the latest stock sale -- its fifth in team history.About half of the sales were in Wisconsin.
Business Journal Report (2-28-12)
In business news for Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 -- The Green Bay Packers stock sale ends Wednesday at midnight.
In business news for Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 -- The Green Bay Packers stock sale ends Wednesday at midnight.
Packers' Donald Driver joins 'Dancing with the Stars''
GREEN BAY (AP) -- Green Bay Packers all-time leading receiver Donald Driver joins the cast of the ABC show "Dancing With the Stars.''The four-time Pro Bowl receiver will be part of a celebrity lineup that includes actor Jack Wagner, actress Melissa Gilbert, tennis legend Martina Navratilova and Motown great Gladys Knight.The new cast and their professional dance partners were revealed on ABC's "Good Morning America'' Tuesday.Season 14 of "Dancing With the Stars'' begins Monday, March 19.
GREEN BAY (AP) -- Green Bay Packers all-time leading receiver Donald Driver joins the cast of the ABC show "Dancing With the Stars.''The four-time Pro Bowl receiver will be part of a celebrity lineup that includes actor Jack Wagner, actress Melissa Gilbert, tennis legend Martina Navratilova and Motown great Gladys Knight.The new cast and their professional dance partners were revealed on ABC's "Good Morning America'' Tuesday.Season 14 of "Dancing With the Stars'' begins Monday, March 19.
Packers stock sale ends Wednesday at midnight
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- If you've been meaning to buy a share of Green Bay Packers stock, you'd better hurry.
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- If you've been meaning to buy a share of Green Bay Packers stock, you'd better hurry.
Packers had to keep Finley
GREEN BAY -- The Packers came to terms on a two year, $15 million contract with tight end Jermichael Finley on Wednesday.
GREEN BAY -- The Packers came to terms on a two year, $15 million contract with tight end Jermichael Finley on Wednesday.
Assembly okays resolution to make Dec. 12th Aaron Rodgers Day
MADISON (AP) — The state Assembly has passed a resolution naming a day for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.The resolution designates Dec. 12, 2012, as Aaron Rodgers Day.
MADISON (AP) — The state Assembly has passed a resolution naming a day for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.The resolution designates Dec. 12, 2012, as Aaron Rodgers Day.
Packers have 17,000 shares of stock remaining
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have just 17,000 shares of stock available before its latest stock sale closes on Wednesday, February 29th.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have just 17,000 shares of stock available before its latest stock sale closes on Wednesday, February 29th.
Business Journal Report (2-15-12)
In business news for Wednesday, February 15th, 2012 -- National Geographic is launching a new show called "America's Lost Treasures," and some of it will be shot in Milwaukee.
In business news for Wednesday, February 15th, 2012 -- National Geographic is launching a new show called "America's Lost Treasures," and some of it will be shot in Milwaukee.
Packers fan from Pennsylvania named to Fan Hall of Fame
GREEN BAY -- Rick Steele, a Green Bay Packers fan from Greensburg, PA (near Pittsburgh), is the newest and 14th inductee in the Packers Fan Hall of Fame.Steele, who started as a Cheesehead by marriage, was selected by fans from 10 finalists.
GREEN BAY -- Rick Steele, a Green Bay Packers fan from Greensburg, PA (near Pittsburgh), is the newest and 14th inductee in the Packers Fan Hall of Fame.Steele, who started as a Cheesehead by marriage, was selected by fans from 10 finalists.
Packers shuffle coaching duties
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers have moved Ben McAdoo to quarterbacks coach, Jerry Fontenot to tight ends coach and added Alex Van Pelt as their running backs coach.McAdoo has been the Packers' tight ends coach since 2006.
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers have moved Ben McAdoo to quarterbacks coach, Jerry Fontenot to tight ends coach and added Alex Van Pelt as their running backs coach.McAdoo has been the Packers' tight ends coach since 2006.
Walden reaches deal to resolve domestic abuse charge
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Erik Walden's attorney says the Green Bay Packers linebacker has reached a deferred judgment agreement to resolve a disorderly conduct-domestic abuse charge.Defense attorney Steve Richards says Walden has agreed to perform 50 hours of community service and continue counseling.
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Erik Walden's attorney says the Green Bay Packers linebacker has reached a deferred judgment agreement to resolve a disorderly conduct-domestic abuse charge.Defense attorney Steve Richards says Walden has agreed to perform 50 hours of community service and continue counseling.
Packers raising ticket prices for 2012 season
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers are raising prices for the 2012 season, announcing an increase of between $3 and $5 per ticket.Tickets in Lambeau Field's end-zone sections will increase by $3, to $72 per game.
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers are raising prices for the 2012 season, announcing an increase of between $3 and $5 per ticket.Tickets in Lambeau Field's end-zone sections will increase by $3, to $72 per game.
Green Bay QB Aaron Rodgers wins MVP award
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers has won the 2011 Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player award in a landslide.Rodgers earned 48 votes to two for New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 media members who regularly cover the NFL.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers has won the 2011 Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player award in a landslide.Rodgers earned 48 votes to two for New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 media members who regularly cover the NFL.
Packers hire new offensive coordinator
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers have hired Tom Clements as their new offensive coordinator.Clements has been the Packers' quarterbacks coach since 2006.
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers have hired Tom Clements as their new offensive coordinator.Clements has been the Packers' quarterbacks coach since 2006.
Bubbler: Packers Fan Fest and Tozer's 700th coaching victory
The Real Milwaukee team's talking sports and politics in the Bubbler on this Monday.
The Real Milwaukee team's talking sports and politics in the Bubbler on this Monday.
Aloha Pro Bowl (1-29-12)
Sunday was the Pro Bowl, and Ted discusses how it's comparable to an addiction: when you become addicted to a product, you'll take it in any form.
Sunday was the Pro Bowl, and Ted discusses how it's comparable to an addiction: when you become addicted to a product, you'll take it in any form.