Everyone knew Aaron Rodgers and the offense would have a big game, but it was the Green Bay Packers' defense and special teams who stole the show this Monday Night. Coming into the game, the undefeated Packers (9-0) were allowing 22.4 points per game, but Adrian Peterson and the Minnesota Vikings (2-7) came nowhere … [Read more...] about Packers Defense is the Surprise in a 45-7 Win Over the Vikings
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Packers Play Same Ol’ Record in 33-27 Win Over the Vikings (Rapid Reaction)
Nothing could stop the Green Bay Packers offense as they put up 421 yards of offense in a 33-27 win over the lowly Minnesota Vikings. Like a broken record, Aaron Rodgers was great and the Packers scored a lot of touchdowns in their league-high seventh win. The Packers are now 7-0 for the first time since 1962, a year in which … [Read more...] about Packers Play Same Ol’ Record in 33-27 Win Over the Vikings (Rapid Reaction)
Browns Defeat Packers 27-17; Preseason Notes and Links
The Green Bay Packers may have lost on Saturday night, but there were some notable performances from young stars in this otherwise typical NFL Preseason match-up. Follow the jump to find some notes and links regarding the winners and losers on the Packers roster. … [Read more...] about Browns Defeat Packers 27-17; Preseason Notes and Links
Green Bay Packers Are 2011 Super Bowl Champions
The Lombardi Trophy is returning to Green Bay as the Packers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 31-25 in Super Bowl XLV. It's the Packers fourth Super Bowl victory and 13th overall championship. Welcome Aaron Rodgers to the class of NFL's elite quarterbacks because his 304 yards and three touchdowns couldn't have been on a bigger stage or against a better defense. For his … [Read more...] about Green Bay Packers Are 2011 Super Bowl Champions
Packers Woodson Aging Like Wine, Deserved Higher Spot Among Big 10 Icons
Green Bay Packers defensive back Charles Woodson is making his second trip to the Super Bowl. As he makes his next trip to the NFL title game to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl 45, his play is aging like a fine wine. And it’s fitting because Woodson is an oenophile who developed his interest in wine while playing for Oakland, near the world famous Napa Valley. … [Read more...] about Packers Woodson Aging Like Wine, Deserved Higher Spot Among Big 10 Icons
What’s Next for the Seattle Seahawks?
The Seattle Seahawks were knocked off their high horse on Sunday losing to the Chicago Bears 35-24. Neither the 12th Man, "Beast Mode," or Matt Hasselbeck swimming in the fountain of youth were on display in the Windy City. Instead of looking like the miracle workers from the week before, the Seahawks looked like the team that went 2-6 on the road during the regular … [Read more...] about What’s Next for the Seattle Seahawks?
Analysis of the Green Bay Packers Pro Bowl Selections
For the first time since 2007, the Packers have five Pro-Bowlers. Taking the trip to Hawaii in late January are S Nick Collins, LB Clay Matthews, CB Charles Woodson, WR Greg Jennings and LT Chad Clifton. In addition to the five spots on the starting roster, QB Aaron Rodgers and CB Tramon Williams are first alternates. I'm not really sure what the voters were thinking because … [Read more...] about Analysis of the Green Bay Packers Pro Bowl Selections
Green Bay Packers Face NFL’s Hottest Team in New England
A questionable Aaron Rodgers and a 7-3 upset by the Detroit Lions has the Green Bay Packers limping into one of the biggest games of the season. At a full game back of the NFC-North leading Chicago Bears, the Packers will desperately look for a win on Sunday night in Foxborough against the NFL's hottest team. While the New England Patriots (11-2) will be more than just … [Read more...] about Green Bay Packers Face NFL’s Hottest Team in New England