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Packers 53-man roster prediction

Packers 53-man roster prediction

The Green Bay Packers have one more preseason game before they kick off the regular season September 9 against the Chicago Bears. Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst will cut the roster down to 53 players on Saturday — part of the job that those in the front office do not enjoy. Will they keep three…MORE

Aaron Rodgers is a Mike Pettine Guy

Aaron Rodgers is a Mike Pettine Guy

The Green Bay Packers made a lot of changes this offseason, but perhaps the most impactful was the hiring of defensive coordinator Mike Pettine. The new man in charge of the Packers’ defense has caught the attention of the two-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers. On multiple occasions, Rodgers has been effusive in his praise for…MORE

What’s next for Clay Matthews?

What’s next for Clay Matthews?

Packers outside linebacker Clay Matthews enters the final year of his contract this season. The 32-year-old pass rusher hasn’t had a double-digit sack season since 2014. So, what’s next for Matthews? A big year could lead to him cashing in next offseason. A quiet year could leave him searching for work next offseason. The Packers…MORE

Packers pile up points, Kumerow keeps rolling

Packers pile up points, Kumerow keeps rolling

Packers wide receiver Jake Kumerow has created his own #HypeTrain this preseason. Aaron Rodgers has singled out No. 16 as being a guy who’s stood out in practice. He caught a 52-yard touchdown last week in the preseason opener, then added an 82-yard touchdown Thursday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. In two preseason games, Kumerow has…MORE

#MackAndCheese would be game-changer in Green Bay

#MackAndCheese would be game-changer in Green Bay

By MARQUES EVERSOLL Khalil Mack is a 27-year-old, two-time first-team All-Pro, who was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year just two years ago. He has never missed a game since the Oakland Raiders picked him with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, and racked up 36.5 sacks in his last…MORE

Back to Football: Packers kick off preseason tonight

Back to Football: Packers kick off preseason tonight

The Green Bay Packers are set to kick off preseason tonight against the Tennessee Titans at Lambeau Field. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. and Green Bay Game Day starts at 4 p.m. live from Green Bay Distillery. What three Packers — that you expect to see — are you most looking forward to watching…MORE

Should the Packers pursue Khalil Mack?

Should the Packers pursue Khalil Mack?

So, the stud pass rusher of the Oakland Raiders — Khalil Mack — may or may not be on the trade block. It’s been reported that Mack, who is holding out for a new contract, has not spoken to head coach Jon Gruden since he re-joined the team in the offseason. Of course, the Packers…MORE

Bryan Bulaga back from Torn ACL (already)

Bryan Bulaga back from Torn ACL (already)

By MARQUES EVERSOLL It’s a “Feel-Good Friday” for the Green Bay Packers. After getting some bad news on Jake Ryan earlier this week, Packers coach Mike McCarthy announced today that right tackle Bryan Bulaga is off the PUP and will practice at Ray Nitschke Field. Bulaga suffered a torn ACL last November, meaning his recovery took…MORE

High energy on first day of Packers training camp

High energy on first day of Packers training camp

The Green Bay Packers held their first training camp practice for the 2018 season Thursday at Ray Nitschke Field. On the field, Kevin King made the play of the day by intercepting Aaron Rodgers deep down the right sideline, on a pass intended for Randall Cobb. (Although Rodgers doesn’t think it was a pick.) Before…MORE

Packers kick off 2018 Training Camp!  See it here!

Packers kick off 2018 Training Camp! See it here!

The Green Bay Packers will hold their first training camp practice of 2018 today at Ray Nitschke Field. Mike McCarthy held his season-opening press conference yesterday — which we carried live on The Fan — and here are some of the highlights from Day 1: EDGE Nick Perry (ankle) and OT Bryan Bulaga (knee) will…MORE

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