Sports - Nov. 27, 2009
Green Bay replay: Packers 34, Lions 12
Green Bay cornerback Charles Woodson did everything but pass the turkey on Thursday. Woodson, 33, had six solo tackles, sacked the quarterback, forced and recovered a fumble, intercepted two passes -- one of which he returned for a touchdown -- blanketed a promising young receiver and donated $2 million to a Michigan hospital.
Tags: packers, lions, thanksgiving day, fox, charles woodson
Sports - Nov. 25, 2009
Packers try to keep momentum rolling in Motown
It may not tickle the fancy of football fanatics in places like Austin, San Diego or Walla Walla, but there is something familiar, comfortable and flat-out right about the Packers playing the Lions on Thanksgiving Day. It will feel even more comfortable to fans if Green Bay continues its recent run of dominance against Detroit.
Tags: packers, lions, thanksgiving, ford field
Sports - Nov. 23, 2009
Donald Driver's second children's book set for Black Friday release
Green Bay Packer Donald Driver is set to release his second children's book, "Quickie handles a loss," on Friday, Nov. 27, the day after his team plays the Lions.
Tags: Quickie, Driver, Donald Driver, Packers, kids books, Goodwill
Sports - Nov. 23, 2009
Weekend wrap-up: Injuries dampen Packers' victory
The Packers' 30-24 victory Sunday over San Francisco put them back the the thick of the playoff race, but season-ending ACL injuries to Al Harris and Aaron Kampman could prove costly. Plus, a look at the Packers' Turkey Day history; Marquette heads to Orlando this weekend and a glance at Wisconsin's likely bowl destinations as we clear out the notebook.
Tags: packers, al harris, aaron kampman, brandon jennings, bucks, nba on espn, wave, bucky
Sports - Nov. 22, 2009
Green Bay replay: Packers 30, 49ers 24
After dominating the first half, running back Ryan Grant (pictured) and the Packers hung on to beat San Francisco Sunday afternoon at Lambeau Field. The victory was overshadowed, though, by injuries to cornerback Al Harris and linebacker Aaron Kampman. Harris suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament and will be lost for the season.
Tags: packers, al harris, aaron kampman, 49ers, lambeau field, injuries
Sports - Nov. 14, 2009
Saturday Scorecard: Can they Pack get off the deck?
After losing a disappointing game last week in Tampa, the Packers face a virtual must-win contest against Dallas. The key to success, as always, will be the protection that the offensive line affords quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who has been sacked 37 times this season. If Green Bay loses, will another grounds crew worker be fired? Stay tuned.
Tags: packers, cowboys, rodgers, mccarthy
Sports - Nov. 9, 2009
Green Bay Replay: Buccaneers 38, Packers 28
The second half of the Packers' season is no longer about driving for a division title or chasing a playoff berth. In the wake of a stunning loss to previously winless Tampa Bay Sunday afternoon at Raymond James Stadium, the remaining eight games on Green Bay's schedule will be a battle for survival and a referendum on the team's leadership, specifically head coach Mike McCarthy.
Tags: packers, buccaneers, mike mccarthy, jarrett bush, shawn slocum
Sports - Nov. 8, 2009
Plenty of blame to go around for Packers struggles
At 4-4, the Packers are far from out of playoff competition. But at the same time, Green Bay is far from being a legitimate contender. There's plenty of reasons and plenty of blame to go around, but ultimately, the root of the problems can be found on the sideline and inside the big, corner office at 1265 Lombardi Ave.
Tags: packers, nfc north, ted thompson, mike mccarthy, aaron rodgers