When Eddie Lacy was drafted in the second round of the NFL Draft this April, he was seen as THE answer by many for the long suffering Packers running game. A bruising, powerful back capable of wearing down opposing defenses because of his aggressive running style, he was expected to provided an immediate impact on offense.…
During today’s press conference with the media, Packers General Manager Ted Thompson was asked what his thoughts were about the ongoing reconciliation between the team and former quarterback Brett Favre. His comments were exceptionally optimistic. I think it’s wonderful. Talking about this place and what it means … As others have said, this is going to…
Since 1921, the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears have taken part in the most heated rivalry in the NFL. Playing every year except for the 1982 strike shortened season, these two teams have battled 186 times (including playoffs) and have created some of the most famous-sometimes infamous-moments in the history of the National Football…
The 2013 season for the Green Bay Packers is upon us. The players have decended into the city by the bay, and have reported to Lambeau Field for their physicals in preparation for Training Camp, which begins Friday at 820am. Expectations are high for the Packers this season, as they are every year. The league’s…
The off season business side of the Packers came to an end tonight when the team and their first round draft choice Datone Jones agreed on a multi year deal. The deal, as reported by Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, is for four years, $7.71 million, with $6.25 million guaranteed. Jones was selected in the…
The biggest news the Packers made during the off season took place back in April. When Mike McCarthy announced Bryan Bulaga was moved to Left Tackle and paired up with G Josh Sitton, it put the Packers two best linemen on the same side. Their job is simple-protect the blind side of their $110 million investment named Aaron Rodgers.…
Most Sundays, the Green Bay Packers Flashback Sunday series has a specific format: an introduction, brief history of the game, season, or player being discussed, and a video at the end showcasing the patriculars of the subject. This week, that format is being changed. There is no need for a lengthy introduction. No need to…
