When anyone thinks of the Packers best draft picks, names like the legendary Bart Starr, Aaron Rodgers, and Donald Driver come to mind. There is only ever one name on the minds of Packers fans when it comes to the worst, offensive tackle Tony Mandarich. Dubbed “The Incredible Bulk” by Sports Illustrated after being selected…
The sports world continues to remember one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history and the incredible human being that Bart Starr was. Starr’s son, Bart Starr Jr. told WBAY-TV that he and his mother Cherry Starr are extremely humbled by the outpouring support that they have received since Starr passed away this weekend. The…
The 2019 draft class was abundant with talented tight ends, and the NFC North took notice. The top prospect, Iowa tight end T. J. Hockenson, went to Detroit with the eighth pick, while Alabama’s Irv Smith Jr. became a Viking in the second round. Naturally, they will not be invited to my birthday party now.…
Having grown up in a time that was well past the playing days of Bart Starr, his legend status was only further cemented by the stories and first-hand accounts of who he was, not only as a player but as a human being too. From being a constant role model for kids to working with…
The third-year safety out of NC State is a no-show thus far at OTAs. The report this week is his intention to be traded for a “fresh start”. With his departure seeming to be imminent, who could replace Jones in the Packers lineup, and why would he want to leave in the first place? Jones…
I received an email last week from the Packers Pro Shop titled “New draft picks = new jerseys.” Visiting the Packers Pro Shop online I found the 2019 Draft Collection featuring Nike game replica home jerseys for both Rashan Gary and Darnell Savage. You betcha, that’s awesome! Making room for my Summer / Fall 2019 Green…
Spring is a time of renewal and rebirth, and that applies to the NFL as well. Via the draft and UDFAs, teams bring in new players and a sense of hope. Like the budding flowers of spring, these new additions represent the coming of a new season and the promise of the future for every…
