Green Bay Packers Articles - Page 171

Well, this is one easy way to get your fans excited about a new signing. The Green Bay Packers wasted little time in introducing their fans to Za’Darius Smith with a hype video on Twitter. Coming 🔜 to the green & gold.@TheRealZSmith #GoPackGo https://t.co/2VtdtBwxDQ — Green Bay Packers (@packers) March 14, 2019 Adding Za’Darius Smith […]

The Green Bay Packers have re-signed tight end Marcedes Lewis on a one-year deal, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Lewis is coming off of a 2018 campaign in which he played all 16 games and caught just three passes for 39 yards. The 34-year-old, who played his collegiate football at UCLA, was originally selected […]

The 2018 season was a disappointment for the Green Bay Packers, but it’s not like any Aaron Rodgers-led team is that far away from contention in any given season. Yes, the Packers have a handful of holes to fill this season. They’d be smart to find a pass-rusher or two through the draft and free […]

The Green Bay Packers’ overhaul of the safety position continues. According to ESPN’s Rob Demovsky, the team has elected against placing a tender on three-year pro Kentrell Brice, making him an unrestricted free agent. The Packers did not tender S Kentrell Brice, a source said. The restricted free agent will now become a free agent […]

The Green Bay Packers have tendered wide receiver Geronimo Allison on a one-year deal, according to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports. Allison is coming off of a 2018 campaign in which he played just five games due to a concussion and a groin injury, the latter of which landed him on the injured reserve […]

Red flags and alerts concerning character issues are at an all time high in the NFL. Simple lapses in judgment are costing current and future NFL players millions of dollars. Future NFL players must undergo the scrutiny of intense background checks from NFL teams with general mangers making the final decisions on these players. Green […]

The NFL is a business first and foremost. Teams, owners, executives, and coaches certainly understand that reality, and players have grown increasingly wary of it of late while making their financial security the utmost priority. Adrian Amos is the latest player to go that route, apparently, after the former Chicago Bears safety agreed to a […]

The Green Bay Packers knew heading into the offseason that they needed to attack a few of their needs. They didn’t waste any time doing so by signing three free agents who address positions of need. During the legal tampering period, the Packers have come to terms with Adrian Amos, Za’Darius Smith, and Preston Smith. […]

Mark Ingram has suddenly become one of the most sought after free agent running backs on the market. Just a day after it became apparent he wouldn’t be returning to the New Orleans Saints, the veteran rusher is being courted by the Baltimore Ravens, Detroit Lions, and Green Bay Packers, according to ESPN’s Jenna Laine. […]

Jawaan Taylor may have to start making green his color, as the newest reports suggest that the Green Bay Packers may have significant interest in him in the 2019 NFL draft. One name to watch for the Packers at 12 is Florida OT Jawaan Taylor. Met with Green Bay at the combine. Played RT for […]

Le’Veon Bell seems to know where his football career will continue. Before the superstar running back announces his decision, though, it’s become apparent one marquee team that seemed a good fit for his services on the surface doesn’t have the salary-cap capital to sign him. According to Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the […]

A bit of bad news for now-former Green Bay Packers pass rusher Nick Perry, as the word has come out that he’s now been released. The Packers have told former first-round pick Nick Perry that he will be released, a source told ESPN. — Rob Demovsky (@RobDemovsky) March 12, 2019 Perry — who was once […]

The Green Bay Packers are continuing their free-agent shopping spree, agreeing to terms with offensive lineman Billy Turner, according to Tom Silverstein of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. This marks the fourth significant signing for the Packers, as they also agreed to sign pass rusher Za’Darius Smith, safety Adrian Amos, and linebacker Preston Smith prior to […]

The Green Bay Packers are making a concerted effort to address their defense this offseason, with their latest addition coming in the form of pass rusher Preston Smith, as first reported by Rob Demovsky of ESPN. According to Josina Anderson of ESPN, the deal is four years and worth $52 million, with $16 million of […]

Adrian Amos won’t be staying with the Chicago Bears, but he won’t be leaving the NFC North. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the safety has agreed to sign with the Green Bay Packers in the Packers’ attempt to revamp their defense. This marks the second big defensive addition for Green Bay after also […]

The Green Bay Packers are expected to sign pass rusher Za’Darius Smith, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Rapoport adds that the Packers attempted to trade for Smith a few years ago, so, obviously, they have been interested in him for quite some time. Smith spent the 2018 campaign with the Baltimore Ravens, playing […]

After a disappointing 6-9-1 finish to the 2018 season, the Green Bay Packers are gearing up for busy offseason as they attempt to bolster the roster in order to maximize the rest of Aaron Rodgers’ time with the team. Rodgers will turn 36 in December and has struggled with injuries for the past two years, […]

It remains to be seen whether the Kansas City Chiefs will trade Dee Ford. If Andy Reid’s team ends up dealing the franchise-tagged pass-rusher, though, one team that will supposedly have been in the running for his services is the Green Bay Packers. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer reported on Monday that the Packers and San […]

The Green Bay Packers are interested in free-agent wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Patterson is coming off of a 2018 campaign with the New England Patriots in which he hauled in 21 receptions for 247 yards and three touchdowns while also carrying the ball 42 times for 228 yards […]

Could the Green Bay Packers end up landing running back Le’Veon Bell? ESPN writer Matt Bowen seems to think it would be a good fit. Now, just because the Packers may be the best fit does not mean they are the most realistic possibility, which Bowen points out in his piece. The New York Jets […]

The Green Bay Packers could use a little help rushing the passer next season while it appears as though the NFC North franchise will be wasting no time adding some depth along its defensive front. Already being linked to just about every talented player from around the league at this point in the offseason, the […]

The Green Bay Packers could use some additional fire power on offense and that might come into fruition in the form of adding a veteran running back. According to a recent report from Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, the Packers are currently showing interest in New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram, who is slated to […]

The Green Bay Packers are coming off a disappointing season, finishing third in the NFC North with a 6-9-1 record. Although Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams were on the same page throughout the season, their offense and defense as a whole struggled. But with players of their caliber, the Packers will always have a good […]

The Green Bay Packers have a chance to make a splash move early this offseason. According to multiple reports, the Packers are interested in trading for Dee Ford. Ford recently had the franchise tag placed on him by the Kansas City Chiefs. Although, the Chiefs have reportedly been taking offers for Ford. The Packers should […]

The Green Bay Packers are looking to make a move for a pass rusher this offseason. That move could be happening soon via trade for Dee Ford. According to Ian Rapoport, the Packers and San Francisco 49ers have shown interest in the Kansas City Chiefs outside linebacker. The Chiefs placed their franchise tag on Ford recently […]

News has recently come up from the Green Bay Packers camp, with the team looking to move on from inside linebacker Antonio Morrison. The Associated Press got wind of the news that the Packers released the former Florida Gator on Friday. Morrison was acquired by Green Bay in last year’s offseason from the Indianapolis Colts. […]

The New England Patriots inquired about Randall Cobb last season. Although it isn’t really clear whether any offer was made or if the Packers made him available for trade, the Patriots had some interest, according to Jay Glazer of The Athletic. The Patriots were trying to trade for a receiver last year, before the trade […]

The Green Bay Packers are interested in Colorado draft prospect Evan Worthington. Worthington is a 6-2, 212-pound safety who ran a 4.63 40 and had 17 bench reps at the NFL Combine. His combine numbers suggest he has enough speed but is also strong enough to make it in the NFL. He possesses ideal size […]

With the 2018-2019 season coming to an end at the beginning of February, everyone’s focus has shifted to the offseason. Some teams have had a head start on beginning the outlook of their respective offseasons. The Green Bay Packers are one of the teams who failed to reach the playoffs—thus giving them extra time to […]

Last season, the Green Bay Packers had yet another year of mediocrity. They finished the season 6-9-1, sitting third overall in the NFC North division. The season was marred by the firing of head coach Mike McCarthy 13 weeks into the regular season. The team was dysfunctional – franchise quarterback Aaron Rodgers had lost his […]

The Green Bay Packers reportedly have no plans to have conversations with the Pittsburgh Steelers regarding a trade for wide receiver Antonio Brown. In the latest twist in the saga, it was reported on Thursday night that Brown was set to head to the Buffalo Bills in a move that surprised everyone. However, the trade […]

Brett Favre, the face of the NFL in the 1990s, played his way into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame. Enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, OH in 2016, the legendary quarterback started an NFL-record 297 consecutive games—321 including the postseason—in his storied career. The three-time MVP and 11-time Pro […]

Teams in need of defensive help next season sure had to be pleased with the number of defensive standouts from the 2019 NFL Scouting Combine, which concluded on March 4. While defensive line players shined, more than a handful of linebackers and defensive backs also saw their respective NFL Draft stocks rise heading towards April. […]

Another year, another disappointing finish for the Green Bay Packers. The Cheeseheads will have to wait another season to see if quarterback Aaron Rodgers can lead the Packers back to the Promised Land. However, the truth is Packers have been missing a key piece of the puzzle for a long time. The running back position […]

The Green Bay Packers suffered from a severe lack of safety depth last year, and with the 2019 free agency class looking surprisingly deep in that position, many are beginning to hear rumblings that the Packers will be keeping a close eye on how players move once free agency opens. According to CBS Sports’ Jason […]

The Green Bay Packers have started to make moves this offseason, locking up guard Justin McCray to an exclusive rights deal, according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN. The Packers have tendered G Justin McCray, an exclusive rights free agent, a source said. It's a one-year, $645,000 deal that would get McCray to restricted free agency […]

There is plenty of speculation regarding the future of Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews. It appears he could be on his way out of town if his price tag goes a little too high for their taste. Matthews is set to hit the market as a free agent this offseason. According to ESPN’s Rob […]

John Kuhn spent the final two seasons of his playing career with the New Orleans Saints. In announcing his retirement after 12 years in the NFL, though, everyone’s favorite fullback made sure he would be remembered most for his time wearing green and gold. Kuhn officially retired from the NFL on Wednesday, doing so as […]

The Green Bay Packers look like they will be in need of some more playmakers in the passing game next season considering their direction in being a fully revamped offense in 2019. New head coach Matt LaFleur has a fantastic offensive mind and will likely be on the look out for more weapons this offseason. […]