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 Focus logged Bakhtiari with nine quarterback pressures and one sack allowed in 446 pass-blocking snaps, good for a 91.6 pass-blocking grade, the best among offensive tackles. “I’m not gonna be, like, a fortune teller or anything, but I think we’re finally — feel really good in a spot that I think the team and I understand kinda what we need to do,” Bakhtiari said last week. “The left side gonna be good.” Packers GM Brian Gutekunst on Anders Carlson, who’s 16-for-27 on field goals through four kicking days: “We went into this kind of knowing that rookie kickers will have some struggles with the thought process there will be some patience there.” pic.twitter.com/3rkxJqFkLy — Matt Schneidman August 4, 2023 There aren’t many certainties entering the 2023 season in Green Bay.

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49ers attempt to bounce back and boost their postseason chances as they visit Green Bay
1 month ago

49ers attempt to bounce back and boost their postseason chances as they visit Green Bay

Associated Press  

San Francisco at Green Bay Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Packers by 2 1/2. Last week: 49ers lost 20-17 at home to Seattle; Packers won 20-19 at Chicago 49ers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Packers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring 49ers defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Packers defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Turnover differential: 49ers plus-3; Packers …

Packers’ defense takes another step forward with eight-sack effort against Titans
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Packers’ defense takes another step forward with eight-sack effort against Titans

Associated Press  

Intercepting passes isn’t the only way the Green Bay Packers’ defense bothers opposing quarterbacks. Hafley’s defense has helped the Packers thrive without Love, who missed a second straight game as he recovers from an injured left medial collateral ligament. It’s a stunning rise for a quarterback who had thrown for no touchdowns and hadn’t passed for as many as 100 …

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 …

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. …

Packers CB Jaire Alexander to miss 4th straight game Sunday night against Chiefs
1 year ago

Packers CB Jaire Alexander to miss 4th straight game Sunday night against Chiefs

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay’s defense gets linebacker De’Vondre Campbell back from a neck injury but will be missing cornerback Jaire Alexander for a fourth straight game when the Packers host the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night. The Packers also won’t have running back Aaron Jones or tight end Josiah Deguara for a second straight week. The other …

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’ 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 …

Steelers left tackle Dan Moore Jr. won’t give his job up without a fight
1 year, 6 months ago

Steelers left tackle Dan Moore Jr. won’t give his job up without a fight

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — When the Steelers traded up in the first round for just the fourth time in franchise history to select Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones this spring, plenty of people had reason to celebrate. Incumbent left tackle Dan Moore Jr., who could suddenly see his playing time challenged. Moore confirmed that he’s played predominantly with the starters at left …

Packers’ Bakhtiari feeling healthy again, upbeat while adapting to Rodgers’ absence
1 year, 6 months ago

Packers’ Bakhtiari feeling healthy again, upbeat while adapting to Rodgers’ absence

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari doesn’t know the exact whereabouts of the golf cart that transported him and former teammate Aaron Rodgers from the Lambeau Field locker room to practice every day. Bakhtiari noted this is hardly the first time he’s had to bid farewell to a good friend and teammate, citing the exits …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Bears guard Teven Jenkins looks to secure starting role
2 years, 3 months ago

Bears guard Teven Jenkins looks to secure starting role

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Teven Jenkins’ journey to the brink of becoming a Chicago Bears starter included numerous peaks and valleys in a short period. Now Jenkins could be on the verge of securing the Bears’ starting right guard spot, though he still can’t be certain of the future heading into Saturday’s preseason finale at Cleveland against the Browns. “That’s …

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 …

Fields hurts rib, Packers’ Jenkins leaves with knee injury
3 years, 1 month ago

Fields hurts rib, Packers’ Jenkins leaves with knee injury

Associated Press  

Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Justin Fields was knocked out of a loss to Baltimore with a rib injury on Sunday, and the Green Bay Packers might have suffered a huge blow when left tackle Elgton Jenkins went out with a left knee injury in a loss to NFC North rival Minnesota. The Packers’ Jenkins, a Pro Bowl selection at left …

Rodgers, Bakhtiari among non-participants in Pack’s practice
3 years, 1 month ago

Rodgers, Bakhtiari among non-participants in Pack’s practice

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers are having trouble getting healthy this week in preparation for their game at rival Minnesota. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers did not practice Thursday for the second straight day, though the three-time NFL MVP said this week he’s certain he’ll play Sunday against the Vikings. Left tackle David Bakhtiari, trying to make his way …

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’ Jenkins eager for toughest challenge of his career
3 years, 3 months ago

Packers’ Jenkins eager for toughest challenge of his career

Associated Press  

Green Bay’s Elgton Jenkins has spent his NFL career demonstrating he can thrive at just about every spot on the offensive line. “Certainly I do think there’s going to be a learning curve, playing out there at tackle,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said. “So Elgton was like, ‘Hey, coach, let me go out there.’” Jenkins, who started all 13 games …

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’ 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 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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