1st & North podcast | Aug. 12, 2025
The NFC North insiders share their thoughts on the first game of the NFL preseason.
Jordan Love left thumb injury; having procedure due to ligament damage
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is out this week with a left thumb injury, the team revealed on Tuesday morning, Aug. 12.
Packers lose preseason opener, Jets roll to victory at Lambeau Field
The Green Bay Packers lost to the New York Jets in Saturday's preseason game at Lambeau Field. Jordan Love quarterbacked two scoreless drivers.
Lions' Morice Norris Jr. in stable condition after horrifying injury
In their second pre-season game of the year, the Detroit Lions took on the Atlanta Falcons, which ended in a heartbreaking injury.
Billy Howton, former Green Bay Packers star wide receiver, dead at 95
Billy Howton, a former Green Bay Packers star regarded as one of the most productive wide receivers of the pre-Super Bowl era has died. He was 95.
Jordan Love may play in Packers preseason opener, other notes from practice
Packers coach Matt LaFleur says he will try to play all four of his quarterbacks Saturday, an indication that Jordan Love could make at least a cameo appearance in Green Bay’s preseason opener.
1st & North | Aug. 5, 2025
The NFC North insiders discuss highlights from Hall of Fame weekend, training camp injury updates -- and a rant from an ESPN broadcaster about Packers fans.
Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs undergoes knee procedure; out of practice
Green Bay Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs has undergone a surgical procedure on his knee that will keep him out of training camp for now.
Ex-Packers player convicted; dog fighting, trafficking operation
A federal jury convicted a former NFL player, who spent parts of two seasons with the Green Bay Packers, of six felonies tied to operating a large-scale dog fighting and trafficking venture in Oklahoma.
Cornerback Corey Ballentine returns to Packers; released by Colts
Cornerback Corey Ballentine has returned to the Green Bay Packers three days after the Indianapolis Colts released him.
Hall of Fame: Packers' Sterling Sharpe inducted with 2025 class
Green Bay Packers great Sterling Sharpe was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday. A member of the 2025 class, he joined his brother.
Packers training camp, Isaiah Simmons focusing on linebacker
Green Bay Packers linebacker Isaiah Simmons wonders whether his ability to play multiple positions may have worked against him at previous stops.
NFL legend Marv Levy to celebrate 100th birthday at Hall of Fame ceremony
Marv Levy is turning 100 and being honored at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, where the beloved Bills coach continues to inspire fans — and push for Steve Tasker’s induction.
NFL 2025: These cities, states produce the most players
We all know NFL players got their start somewhere, and these regions of the country have become pipelines for producing these stars. See the list.



















