The Packers aren’t as good as we thought they were. The Lions, are better than we thought they were. Two things can be true, and it’s likely both of those assumptions were debunked Thursday night at Lambeau. Not contenders Smart … Continue reading
As we draw closer to another Super Bowl, a question that must be on every Packers’ fan’s mind is whether or not the team can make it to the Super Bowl. And it’s not just them that’s interested in this. … Continue reading
Super Bowl II, held on January 14, 1968, was a spectacle of football excellence that showcased the unmatched prowess of the Green Bay Packers. Facing off against the Oakland Raiders, the Packers put on a performance that solidified their place … Continue reading
It was apparent from the start, the Green Bay Packers were not ready to play football last night. It was one of the most embarrassing losses in head coach Matt LaFleur’s five year tenure as head coach. It was also … Continue reading
The last time the Green Bay Packers met the Detroit Lions we saw the end of the Aaron Rodgers era in Green Bay. It was an ugly offensive performance that knocked the Packers out of the playoffs. The offensive woes … Continue reading
Is “character building” a thing? Do we just grow, develop confidence, courage and even a little swagger no matter we’re succeeding or failing? Maybe it’s best to leave deep questions like that to Socrates or Colin Cowherd. If it is, … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers scored 18 fourth-quarter points to erase a 17-0 deficit and beat the New Orleans Saints 18-17 Sunday in Lambeau Field. How they did it is still beyond me. The Packers were without four of their best … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers face the New Orleans Saints Sunday in their home opener and they will need all the help they can get from the Lambeau Field fans. The Saints are 2-0 and have the league’s fourth ranked defense. … Continue reading
This one felt like a real squandered opportunity. And yet, I wasn’t as frustrated as I’ve been after other close defeats. The youth of this team, and key injuries against Atlanta, are reframing my expectations. The bad Two dropped first-half … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers have wasted no time diving into the post-Aaron Rodgers era, for better or for worse. According to this article by OvertimeHeroics, the Packers are basically football babies. With an average age of just 24.98 years old, … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers, a name synonymous with a rich tradition, heralds an enduring professional football legacy encompassing numerous accolades and achievements in the National Football League (NFL). This venerable franchise, originating from the quaint city of Green Bay, Wisconsin, … Continue reading
In the wonderful time of the 1970s people were listening to Led Zeppelin and had the privilege of watching some of the most celebrated NFL players live in stadiums. The league is arguably better now, with many more people watching … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers’ defense was supposed to be better. With eight first round picks they can’t get worse, can they? Well, after two games the answer is yes, they can get worse. Today they were manhandled by the Atlanta … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday in a game between two young teams hoping to be in contention for the playoffs this year. Both teams are 1-0 with the Falcons having beaten the Carolina Panthers last week … Continue reading
As Jordan Love connected with Romeo Doubs to score the first touchdown of the season for the Packers, fans across Wisconsin and beyond were ecstatic that the season was back up and running. The 8-yard strike to Doubs in the … Continue reading
I like when my team does smart things. Two trends led the Packers to trade Aaron Rodgers. His age trend, like all ages, only goes up. His performance trend, like that of all athletes, goes down proportionately with that aging. … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers opened the 2023 season with a resounding 38-20 win over the hapless Chicago Bears. While it isn’t much of a rivalry anymore beating the Bears never gets old. While new Packers’ quarterback Jordan Love looked like … Continue reading
The Bears are not good. The Packers might be. Winning in the NFL is hard, and convincing wins are rare. Although it’s a cliché, a win is a win. Having lived through the 80’s Bears-Packers rivalry, there’s no bad time … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers have decided to move on from veteran punter Pat O’Donnell, releasing him this week after just one season with the team. O’Donnell spent the previous eight seasons punting for the Chicago Bears before joining the Packers … Continue reading
Releasing Pat O’Donnell is one more confirmation. This team is going young. Choosing the young, unproven punter, is picking the promise of youth over the safety of experience. I believe it’s the right choice. After back-to-back seasons of trading their … Continue reading
The Green Bay Packers have wrapped up what was seemingly the training camp from heaven. The only stinging injury came to tight end Tyler Davis, a key special teams player and an up-and-coming tight end. The development of Jordan Love … Continue reading
It’s nail-biting time for guys on “the bubble.” The 53-man roster limit needs to be reached by this coming Tuesday. It’s not fun when people lose their jobs, or their dreams. But every pro-athlete knows the risks and competition for … Continue reading
More uncertainty surrounds the Green Bay Packers than any other NFC North team. In general, the chances of them getting better after losing their Hall of Fame quarterback are limited. That is particularly true when switching to a first-round pick … Continue reading
There’s an awful lot of chatter this time of year about things that, ultimately, don’t matter. The third QB, the 6th or 7th WR, the 4th tight end. Yes, these are real position and roster battles, but do they matter? … Continue reading
In the storied history of the Green Bay Packers, there have been several standout seasons where the team’s defense rose to prominence, leaving an indelible mark on the franchise’s fortunes and ending in an NFL Championship. From game-changing plays to … Continue reading