Bakhtiari’s return gives Packers plenty of options on O-line
2 years, 2 months ago

Bakhtiari’s return gives Packers plenty of options on O-line

Associated Press  

Whether the Green Bay Packers will continue rotating David Bakhtiari and Yosh Nijman at left tackle remains uncertain. Packers coach Matt LaFleur worked Bakhtiari in gradually Sunday by having him alternate series with Nijman during Green Bay’s 14-12 victory at Tampa Bay. Although Green Bay’s offense had a disappointing day overall after reaching the end zone on its first two possessions, the presence of Bakhtiari and Jenkins made a difference in pass protection. WHAT’S WORKING The Packers’ special teams unit had one of its best games in recent memory, as Tampa Bay didn’t start from beyond its 25-yard line on 11 of its 12 possessions.. After allowing Chicago’s David Montgomery to rush for 122 yards on 15 attempts in a 27-10 victory over the Bears last week, the defense limited Tampa Bay’s Leonard Fournette to 35 yards on 12 carries. Jones also lost a fumble in Green Bay’s NFC championship game loss to the Bucs two seasons ago and had just 10 carries for 15 yards when the Packers fell at Tampa Bay on Oct. 18, 2020.

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Packers' Comeback Thrills Faithful Fans as Love Battles Injury
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Packers' Comeback Thrills Faithful Fans as Love Battles Injury

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers secured a 30-27 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars, extending their winning streak to four games. Despite Jordan Love's injury, Willis orchestrated a comeback performance, completing 51 passes for 56 yards and finding Reed for a touchdown. The Packers' defense, led by safety Tucker Kraft, shut down the Jaguars' tight ends, limiting their scoring opportunities. Love's absence …

Packers release former All-Pro tackle David Bakhtiari, who posts emotional farewell on social media
9 months, 1 week ago

Packers release former All-Pro tackle David Bakhtiari, who posts emotional farewell on social media

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Former All-Pro offensive tackle David Bakhtiari’s time with the Green Bay Packers is over after 11 seasons, the past three of which were severely limited by injuries. Bakhtiari was in the midst of his second first-team All-Pro season in 2020 when he tore his left anterior cruciate ligament on Dec. 31 of that year, knocking him …

David Bakhtiari’s future and what else we learned about the Packers at the NFL combine
9 months, 3 weeks ago

David Bakhtiari’s future and what else we learned about the Packers at the NFL combine

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Packers have a big-money decision to make in the coming weeks about one of the best offensive linemen in franchise history. It’s just, different things can happen in the world, so don’t make decisions before you have to … I think we have a few weeks here before free agency starts, another league year starts, and we’ll …

Hiring Jeff Hafley as Packers defensive coordinator puts pressure on Matt LaFleur
10 months ago

Hiring Jeff Hafley as Packers defensive coordinator puts pressure on Matt LaFleur

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Matt LaFleur better hope he got this Jeff Hafley hire right. LaFleur fired defensive coordinator Joe Barry the week following the season-ending loss to the 49ers despite four consecutive solid performances to end Green Bay’s resurgent second half. “Certainly any time you make a change of that magnitude there’s a lot of thought and deliberation that …

Packers must follow up a surprising season by dealing with heightened expectations
11 months ago

Packers must follow up a surprising season by dealing with heightened expectations

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur began the offseason with a message for a team that overcame inexperience to reach the divisional round of the playoffs. “Just because we got to a certain spot doesn’t mean that’s guaranteed moving forward,” LaFleur said Monday at his season-ending news conference. And the expectation is that when they come …

Packers’ playoff hopes fade thanks to a defense that can’t get stops
1 year ago

Packers’ playoff hopes fade thanks to a defense that can’t get stops

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay’s defense has hit a wall — and so have the Packers’ playoff hopes. Tampa Bay scored touchdowns on its first three second-half possessions, and Mayfield took a knee to end the game after the Bucs reached Green Bay’s 11 on their fourth and final series of the half. They’re out-scheming us and outplaying us, …

Injuries creating plenty of uncertainty for Packers’ receivers on short week
1 year ago

Injuries creating plenty of uncertainty for Packers’ receivers on short week

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed passed a concussion evaluation after Monday night’s game, but is dealing with an ankle injury on a short week. Christian Watson has a hamstring injury that caused him to miss Green Bay’s 24-22 loss to the New York Giants on Monday night, while Dontayvion Wicks and Reed both have …

Coming off a win over the Chiefs, the Green Bay Packers face the Giants on Monday night
1 year ago

Coming off a win over the Chiefs, the Green Bay Packers face the Giants on Monday night

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY PACKERS AT N.Y. GIANTS Monday, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN BETTING LINE: Packers by 6 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook AGAINST THE SPREAD: Packers 7-5; Giants 4-7-1. Packers TE Josiah Deguara is expected back after missing the Chiefs game.. LB Quay Walker is doubtful after not practicing all week.. Giants OT Evan Neal will miss his fifth straight game. …

Why the Packers seem likely to stay quiet at this year’s NFL trade deadline
1 year, 1 month ago

Why the Packers seem likely to stay quiet at this year’s NFL trade deadline

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the NFL trade deadline including the latest deals, rumors and analysis. Even if the Packers find themselves in playoff contention around this year’s trade deadline, only someone living in fantasy land would tell you they’re one or two pieces away from contending for a Lombardi Trophy. Given Gutekunst’s intention to use this season as …

The Packers are searching for fixes to their injury-riddled offensive line
1 year, 2 months ago

The Packers are searching for fixes to their injury-riddled offensive line

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Jordan Love spent much of the night running for his life. The pressure is on an injury-riddled offensive line as the Green Bay Packers attempt to bounce back from a 34-20 home loss to the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions. LaFleur said the Packers got “manhandled.” “Obviously we’re disappointed with the way that we played, and we …

Packers place offensive tackle Bakhtiari on injured reserve as he continues to deal with knee issue
1 year, 2 months ago

Packers place offensive tackle Bakhtiari on injured reserve as he continues to deal with knee issue

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers left tackle David Bakhtiari was placed on injured reserve Thursday, his latest setback stemming from a knee injury that has limited him for the past three years. “He’s been battling and battling and battling to try to make it back.” Asked whether Bakhtiari would miss the rest of the season, LaFleur replied that …

Packers’ David Bakhtiari feeling frustrated that his knee issues have cropped up again
1 year, 3 months ago

Packers’ David Bakhtiari feeling frustrated that his knee issues have cropped up again

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari was hoping he had gotten past the knee issues that resulted in three separate surgeries and impacted his past two seasons. Bakhtiari missed Green Bay’s 25-24 loss at Atlanta and isn’t sure yet when he will return, though the Packers’ busy upcoming schedule doesn’t help matters. You guys hate …

Packers’ Jones, Watson, Bakhtiari, Walker are all questionable for Sunday’s game with Falcons
1 year, 3 months ago

Packers’ Jones, Watson, Bakhtiari, Walker are all questionable for Sunday’s game with Falcons

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers don’t know whether they’ll have their best running back, receiver and offensive lineman available for Sunday’s game at Atlanta. Running back Aaron Jones, wide receiver Christian Watson, offensive tackle David Bakhtiari and linebacker Quay Walker all were listed as questionable on Friday’s injury report. The Packers have been monitoring Bakhtiari’s workload due …

Packers 53-man roster projection: As cuts loom, a final guess at initial squad
1 year, 3 months ago

Packers 53-man roster projection: As cuts loom, a final guess at initial squad

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of NFL roster cuts and projections ahead of cutdown day GREEN BAY, Wis. — With three preseason games and a month of practice in the rearview, Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst now laces up his apron, whips out the cutlery and starts chopping away. So just got ice on it, went in, but …

Packers’ Anders Carlson, Tariq Carpenter shine at Family Night practice inside Lambeau Field
1 year, 4 months ago

Packers’ Anders Carlson, Tariq Carpenter shine at Family Night practice inside Lambeau Field

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Asked which coaches and players have been most helpful in his transition from safety to inside linebacker, Tariq Carpenter mentioned one name: special teams coordinator and assistant head coach Rich Bisaccia. Bisaccia, he said, has been on his “tail,” even if the 24-year-old might’ve wanted to use another word when speaking with reporters after Family Night …

Packers hope healthy David Bakhtiari, Elgton Jenkins can be NFL’s best left side again
1 year, 4 months ago

Packers hope healthy David Bakhtiari, Elgton Jenkins can be NFL’s best left side again

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — It’s been three years since David Bakhtiari and Elgton Jenkins were healthy and consistently playing the type of football of which they’re capable. “They just had limited opportunities to be out there together at their best over the last three years because of those injuries, but they both look great right now.” In 2020, Pro Football …

Packers OT Bakhtiari has appendectomy, won’t play Sunday
2 years ago

Packers OT Bakhtiari has appendectomy, won’t play Sunday

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari underwent an appendectomy Friday and won’t play in Green Bay’s game Sunday at Chicago. Thank y’all!” The Packers released an injury report Friday that ruled Bakhtiari out for Sunday’s game. This will be the fourth game that he’s missed, having sat out Green Bay’s first two games while recovering from a …

Packers O-line takes hit with LT David Bakhtiari out
2 years, 2 months ago

Packers O-line takes hit with LT David Bakhtiari out

Associated Press  

— The Green Bay Packers’ struggling offensive line was dealt another blow with left tackle David Bakhtiari missing their game Sunday against the Washington Commanders with a knee injury. Bakhtiari’s absence forces a change after coach Matt LaFleur did not rule out switching up the offensive line, which has been one of Green Bay’s biggest problems contributing to a rare …

Packers’ Watkins, Bucs’ Godwin ruled out for Sunday’s game
2 years, 2 months ago

Packers’ Watkins, Bucs’ Godwin ruled out for Sunday’s game

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa Bay’s Tom Brady and Green Bay’s Aaron Rodgers will be working without some of their top receivers Sunday when the seven-time Super Bowl winner and four-time MVP face off. The injury report released Friday ruled Green Bay’s Sammy Watkins and Tampa Bay’s Chris Godwin out for Sunday’s game at Tampa. Tampa Bay’s Russell Gage, Julio Jones …

Jenkins’ return has Packers feeling better about themselves
2 years, 3 months ago

Jenkins’ return has Packers feeling better about themselves

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Elgton Jenkins offered a mixed review on his return to the Green Bay Packers’ offensive line. Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Sunday night that “if he’s not in the lineup, we don’t win that game.” LaFleur went into more detail Monday. “And I know this: Elgton holds himself to such a high standard that I’m sure …

Packers seek 4th straight division title, longer playoff run
2 years, 3 months ago

Packers seek 4th straight division title, longer playoff run

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY PACKERS New faces: Special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia, QB coach Tom Clements, WR Romeo Doubs, CB Keisean Nixon, P Pat O’Donnell, OLBs coach Jason Rebrovich, DL Jarran Reed, OT/OG Sean Rhyan, OL Zach Tom, LB Quay Walker, WR Sammy Watkins, WR Christian Watson, DL Devonte Wyatt. Key losses: WR Davante Adams, P Corey Bojorquez, QB coach Luke Getsy, …

Packers’ Bakhtiari off PUP list as he continues his comeback
2 years, 4 months ago

Packers’ Bakhtiari off PUP list as he continues his comeback

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari has moved a step closer to returning from the knee injury that caused him to play only one game last season. “We’ll see how I respond tomorrow, but as of right now, it’s a good checkmark on the day,” said Bakhtiari, a first-team All-Pro selection in 2018 and 2020. …

Packers experimenting on O-line with Bakhtiari, Jenkins out
2 years, 4 months ago

Packers experimenting on O-line with Bakhtiari, Jenkins out

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The uncertain status of their top two blockers has caused the Green Bay Packers to experiment with different offensive line combinations in training camp. The left tackle’s only appearance during the 2021 season was in the regular-season finale, where he suffered a setback that prevented him from playing in the Packers’ divisional playoff loss to the …

Packers’ Bakhtiari won’t make predictions about his return
2 years, 4 months ago

Packers’ Bakhtiari won’t make predictions about his return

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari says he feels better but won’t predict when he might play again as he recovers from a knee injury that’s now more than 1½ years old. “I don’t know how many days it’s been, but I’m just excited to wake up one day.” The Packers remain hopeful that Bakhtiari …

Packers place Bakhtiari on PUP list before training camp
2 years, 4 months ago

Packers place Bakhtiari on PUP list before training camp

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari has gone on the physically unable to perform list, the latest setback in his recovery from a knee injury that caused him to miss nearly the entire 2021 season. The Packers gave Bakhtiari that designation Saturday, four days before they hold their first training camp workout. Packers coach Matt …

Packers defense ready to deal with heightened expectations
2 years, 7 months ago

Packers defense ready to deal with heightened expectations

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — As they chase their fourth consecutive NFC North title and first Super Bowl berth in more than a decade, the Green Bay Packers may rely on a different formula than usual. That’s the mindset we have every single day when we walk into this building.” The Packers ranked ninth in total defense and tied for 13th …

Packers won’t have OT Bakhtiari for playoff game with 49ers
2 years, 11 months ago

Packers won’t have OT Bakhtiari for playoff game with 49ers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari is inactive for Saturday night’s NFC divisional playoff game with the San Francisco 49ers, leaving quarterback Aaron Rodgers without his veteran blind-side protector. Bakhtiari, a 2020 All-Pro selection, had been listed as questionable on the Packers’ injury report after playing 27 snaps in Green Bay’s regular-season finale at Detroit. …

Jenkins’ injury causes issues for Packers offensive line
3 years, 1 month ago

Jenkins’ injury causes issues for Packers offensive line

Associated Press  

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and his ailing toe might not get as much protection as usual for the rest of the season. Jenkins’ injury further decimates a line that already is missing 2020 All-Pro left tackle David Bakhtiari as well as center Josh Myers because of knee injuries. “Certainly Elgton’s been a big part of this team and …

Packers activate left tackle David Bakhtiari from PUP list
3 years, 1 month ago

Packers activate left tackle David Bakhtiari from PUP list

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari has been activated from the physically unable to perform list as the 2020 All-Pro selection moves closer to making his season debut. Elgton Jenkins, a 2020 Pro Bowl left guard who has been filling in for Bakhtiari at left tackle, also wasn’t offering any clues. The Cleveland Browns released …

Packers All-Pro tackle Bakhtiari to open season on PUP list
3 years, 3 months ago

Packers All-Pro tackle Bakhtiari to open season on PUP list

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers won’t have David Bakhtiari for the start of the season as the All-Pro left tackle continues his recovery from a torn anterior cruciate ligament. The Packers have adjusted to Bakhtiari’s absence by shifting Pro Bowl left guard Elgton Jenkins to left tackle during training camp. Lucas Patrick, who made 11 starts at right guard and four …

Packers’ Rodgers focuses on offensive line as season arrives
3 years, 3 months ago

Packers’ Rodgers focuses on offensive line as season arrives

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers, the MVP quarterback who might be in his last year with the Green Bay Packers, and Josh Myers, the rookie center, weren’t on the same page during Thursday’s training camp practice. “It’s important that he feels the urgency in my demeanor moving forward, especially with potentially a young person playing next to him,” Rodgers …

Packers OT Bakhtiari isn’t setting timetable for his return
3 years, 4 months ago

Packers OT Bakhtiari isn’t setting timetable for his return

Associated Press  

Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari has used his big personality to make his presence felt in training camp even as he’s unable to practice. “I’m like really itching to get back out there,” Bakhtiari said Tuesday. We’ll see when it ends.” Head coach Matt LaFleur said the Packers are preparing as though Bakhtiari won’t be ready for the …

Packers sign OT Veldheer, who played with Colts last week
3 years, 11 months ago

Packers sign OT Veldheer, who played with Colts last week

Associated Press  

Offensive tackle Jared Veldheer is back with the Green Bay Packers, giving him an opportunity to compete in playoff games for different teams on back-to-back weekends. The 33-year-old Veldheer was the Indianapolis Colts’ starting left tackle for their final two games, including a 27-24 AFC first-round playoff loss to the Buffalo Bills last weekend. Veldheer joined the Packers late last …

Packers won’t have Pro Bowl OT Bakhtiari for rest of season
3 years, 11 months ago

Packers won’t have Pro Bowl OT Bakhtiari for rest of season

Associated Press  

Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari will miss the rest of the season after the three-time Pro Bowl selection injured his knee in practice Thursday. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Friday he was “still kind of in the grieving process” after learning Bakhtiari wouldn’t return this season. It’s been a tough time for us.” Bakhtiari missed three games earlier this …

Packers’ LaFleur ready to match up with former boss Vrabel
3 years, 11 months ago

Packers’ LaFleur ready to match up with former boss Vrabel

Associated Press  

All the concern about how well Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur would work with veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers have disappeared near the end of their second season together. LaFleur, who came to Green Bay after one unremarkable season as the Tennessee Titans’ offensive coordinator, has teamed with Rodgers to make Green Bay one of the NFL’s most dynamic offenses. …

Packers’ versatile offensive line keeps overcoming injuries
4 years ago

Packers’ versatile offensive line keeps overcoming injuries

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers are shuffling their offensive line again this week due to injuries, with rookie guard Jon Runyan Jr. potentially making his first career start against his father’s old team. “We’ve been able to roll a lot of guys in on the offensive line, started a lot of combinations,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said. “Growing up, it’s a …

Packers struggle to put away Jags, get by with 24-20 win
4 years, 1 month ago

Packers struggle to put away Jags, get by with 24-20 win

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur liked the way his team finished. “You have Aaron Rodgers, he can get pretty much get any football through any wind, so it doesn’t really matter.” Green Bay’s victory wasn’t secure until the final minutes. Sidney Jones picked off Rodgers late in the third to set up Chase McLaughlin’s 31-yard field …

Packers OT David Bakhtiari agrees to contract extension
4 years, 1 month ago

Packers OT David Bakhtiari agrees to contract extension

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive lineman David Bakhtiari has agreed to a contract extension that will keep the Pro Bowl left tackle off the free-agent market in the offseason. “I do love it here, and I love representing the Packers,” Bakhtiari said Sunday after the Packers’ 24-20 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. “Best left tackle in the …

Injuries to test resourcefulness of Packers’ offensive line
4 years, 3 months ago

Injuries to test resourcefulness of Packers’ offensive line

Associated Press  

Green Bay showcased the resourcefulness of its offensive line Sunday as the Packers didn’t allow a sack despite playing parts of the game without multiple projected starters. Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that right guard Lane Taylor is expected to miss the rest of the season. LaFleur said Monday that “hopefully we get him back in the fold here …

Packers’ LaFleur says OL Billy Turner doubtful for opener
4 years, 3 months ago

Packers’ LaFleur says OL Billy Turner doubtful for opener

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Billy Turner didn’t practice Friday due to a knee injury and is considered doubtful for the season opener at Minnesota. Turner, who started all 16 games for Green Bay at right guard last season, had been listed as the first-team right tackle on the depth chart for Sunday’s game as the …

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