Packers offense taking small steps forward after enduring a rough October
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers offense taking small steps forward after enduring a rough October

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Perhaps it’s only fitting that the NFL’s youngest team is taking baby steps in its attempt to spark a struggling offense. “I think we’re continuing to build every week and just try to get this thing going with just consistent performance every week.” The Packers still haven’t exceeded the 20-point mark in any of their past six games, but they posted season highs in yards rushing, total yards and time of possession against the Rams. The Packers’ season high in total offense is 44 yards below the season average of the Miami Dolphins, who lead the NFL with 435.3 yards per game. “We can’t have them trying to pitch a shutout every game.” Green Bay’s string of five straight games without a first-half touchdown ended Sunday when Aaron Jones reached the end zone on a 3-yard run early in the second quarter. “Hopefully next week I’m at 100, just keep running the ball, hold onto it and finish fighting forward and help my team and be that spark.” Jones provided enough of a spark against the Rams to have the Packers believing they can continue moving forward the rest of the season.

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Packers’ improving run defense ready for challenge against NFC North-leading Lions
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Packers’ improving run defense ready for challenge against NFC North-leading Lions

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Defending the run has been one of the Green Bay Packers’ weaknesses over the last several years. “And that’s how you play good defense.” That defense needs to be at its best Thursday as the Packers close a stretch of three games in 12 days by visiting the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions, who have the NFL’s …

Packers vs. Jaguars: A Tale of Two Teams Battling for Victory
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Packers vs. Jaguars: A Tale of Two Teams Battling for Victory

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers look to extend their winning streak to 4 against the Jacksonville Jaguars in a crucial matchup. Both teams have been playing closely in recent meetings, with the Jaguars holding a slight edge. The Packers will be without key players Devonte Wyatt and Quay Walker due to injuries, but they have shown resilience in recent weeks. The …

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 …

Learning how to start games better has sparked Packers’ turnaround
11 months, 1 week ago

Learning how to start games better has sparked Packers’ turnaround

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers are finishing this season with a flourish because they’ve figured out how to start games better. The trend continued Sunday as the Packers scored the game’s first 27 points in a 48-32 victory over the Dallas Cowboys that advanced them to a Saturday divisional playoff matchup with the top-seeded San Francisco 49ers. Green Bay won the …

Defense’s resurgence plays major role in getting Packers into postseason
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Defense’s resurgence plays major role in getting Packers into postseason

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay’s beleaguered defense stepped up just in the nick of time to help the Packers make a surprising push into the postseason. Chicago reached Green Bay territory on six drives Sunday, but the Packers’ defense stiffened in each instance while sacking Justin Fields five times. … Green Bay’s offensive line has allowed one sack in …

Love’s emergence gives Packers reason to feel optimistic about their long-term QB situation
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Love’s emergence gives Packers reason to feel optimistic about their long-term QB situation

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — As the Green Bay Packers try to play their way into the postseason, they already have an answer to the question that has surrounded this franchise since the trade of Aaron Rodgers. Green Bay entered this season with the NFL’s youngest team after trading Rodgers to the New York Jets to hand the offense to Love, …

Packers have tougher path to playoffs after momentum-stopping loss to Giants
1 year ago

Packers have tougher path to playoffs after momentum-stopping loss to Giants

Associated Press  

Even after perhaps their most disappointing loss of the season, the Green Bay Packers still have an opportunity to make the playoffs. “They didn’t do nothing that we didn’t see.” Green Bay still found itself in position to win after Jordan Love’s 6-yard touchdown pass to Malik Heath put the Packers ahead 22-21 with 1:33 remaining, but Tommy DeVito drove …

Packers had everything going for them until they ran into Tommy DeVito
1 year ago

Packers had everything going for them until they ran into Tommy DeVito

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Green Bay Packers had seemingly righted their early-season problems with a three-game winning streak that put them squarely in playoff position. “I’m not going to disrespect them like that,” Clark said of the Giants, who won their third straight behind DeVito, an undrafted rookie quarterback. I know we’ll be able to bounce back next week.” …

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. …

Young Packers ready to show they can handle prosperity after moving into playoff position
1 year ago

Young Packers ready to show they can handle prosperity after moving into playoff position

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers suddenly are facing the type of challenge that would have seemed unthinkable just a few weeks ago. The Packers’ 27-19 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night gave them three straight victories, the past two coming against division leaders. “We’re tough, man,” said wide receiver Romeo Doubs, whose 33-yard catch …

Packers have found a couple of building blocks in rookie receivers Jayden Reed and Dontayvion Wicks
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers have found a couple of building blocks in rookie receivers Jayden Reed and Dontayvion Wicks

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — This season of transition for Green Bay’s offense gives the Packers plenty of opportunities to figure out which of their young players could emerge as long-term key performers. After catching four touchdown passes in the Packers’ first nine games, Reed showcased his versatility Sunday by scoring his first career rushing touchdown. He’s the first Packers rookie …

After making recent strides, Packers run defense takes big step backward in loss to Steelers
1 year, 1 month ago

After making recent strides, Packers run defense takes big step backward in loss to Steelers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — For a couple of weeks, it seemed as though the Green Bay Packers had turned one of their biggest weaknesses into a strength. The Pittsburgh Steelers rushed for 205 yards and gained 5.7 yards per carry Sunday in a 23-19 victory over the Packers, who have now given up at least 200 yards rushing three times …

Packers increasingly relying on younger players as they approach the midway point of their season
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers increasingly relying on younger players as they approach the midway point of their season

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers are doubling down on their youth movement. The Packers’ 20-3 victory Sunday over the Los Angeles Rams snapped a four-game skid and showed they could play winning football while showcasing their younger players. “It’s so fun to watch them come into practice and work and just perfect they’re craft, and it’s only …

Packers snap 4-game skid with 20-3 victory over struggling Rams
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers snap 4-game skid with 20-3 victory over struggling Rams

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Jones finally ended the Green Bay Packers’ first-half touchdown drought. Green Bay’s resourceful reinforcements on defense took over from there and helped the Packers snap a four-game skid by beating the Los Angeles Rams 20-3 on a rainy Sunday. “I feel like that will help us get rolling, give us that confidence that we need,” …

Packers try to snap four-game skid as they welcome Rams to Lambeau Field
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers try to snap four-game skid as they welcome Rams to Lambeau Field

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES RAMS at GREEN BAY Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox OPENING LINE: Packers by 3, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. RAMS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING PACKERS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING RAMS DEFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING PACKERS DEFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING TURNOVER DIFFERENTIAL: Rams minus-2; Packers minus-2 RAMS PLAYER TO WATCH: QB Brett Rypien could make his …

Packers’ first-half struggles on offense now carrying over to the second half
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers’ first-half struggles on offense now carrying over to the second half

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers continued their habit for slow starts with perhaps their worst first-half performance yet. We’re losing games, and it’s all games that we should be winning, I think, that we’re right there.” The Packers entered Sunday ranked at the bottom of the league in first-half scoring, but they led the NFL with 17.3 …

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 …

Slow starts continue to hinder Packers as they deal with injuries on offensive line
1 year, 2 months ago

Slow starts continue to hinder Packers as they deal with injuries on offensive line

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers once again put themselves in an early hole. I’ve got to be able to come out and start fast and put points up so we’re not playing from behind and making it harder on the defense.” Green Bay figured to have some growing pains in the first year of the post-Aaron Rodgers …

Packers’ frustrating fourth quarter shows their run defense remains a major concern
1 year, 3 months ago

Packers’ frustrating fourth quarter shows their run defense remains a major concern

Associated Press  

Green Bay’s early season schedule gave the Packers a couple of immediate opportunities to measure how much they shored up their run defense, the team’s biggest weakness during Matt LaFleur’s coaching tenure. Season-opening trips to Chicago and Atlanta figured to challenge the Packers’ run defense because the Bears led the league and the Falcons ranked third in yards rushing per …

Jordan Love delivers in opener, throws 3 TD passes as Packers beat Bears 38-20
1 year, 3 months ago

Jordan Love delivers in opener, throws 3 TD passes as Packers beat Bears 38-20

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jordan Love kept telling himself he and his teammates were going to play great. Love looked like he might be ready to follow in the footsteps of Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers, throwing for three touchdowns to lead the Green Bay Packers to a 38-20 season-opening victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. And to come away with …

Packers’ preseason opener: 10 takeaways, including Jordan Love’s rebound
1 year, 4 months ago

Packers’ preseason opener: 10 takeaways, including Jordan Love’s rebound

New York Times  

The Green Bay Packers scored 36 points against the Cincinnati Bengals in Friday night’s preseason opener, even with three turnovers, all by their backup quarterbacks. LaFleur said that won’t be Love’s last preseason game action but didn’t specify whether he’ll play next week against the New England Patriots after two joint practices or in the exhibition finale against the Seattle …

Turnover margin turnaround has Packers back in playoff hunt
1 year, 11 months ago

Turnover margin turnaround has Packers back in playoff hunt

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers have moved back into playoff contention by regaining one of the traits that helped them win three straight NFC North titles from 2019-21. That pattern continued Sunday when Green Bay intercepted Tua Tagovailoa passes on each of Miami’s final three series in the Packers’ 26-20 road victory over the Dolphins. “You see it get sideways in …

Packers defeat Rams 24-12 to keep playoff hopes alive
2 years ago

Packers defeat Rams 24-12 to keep playoff hopes alive

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers aren’t giving up hope they can still reach the playoffs, even as they remain multiple games below.500. Dillon ran for two scores, Rodgers threw a touchdown pass to Aaron Jones and the Packers kept their playoff hopes afloat with a 24-12 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Monday …

Rodgers, Packers rally in 4th quarter to beat Bears 28-19
2 years ago

Rodgers, Packers rally in 4th quarter to beat Bears 28-19

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Aaron Rodgers figured the Green Bay Packers were in a good spot and would find a way to pull out the win. Rodgers led three fourth-quarter scoring drives, receiver Christian Watson took an end-around 46 yards for a touchdown in the closing minutes after Jaire Alexander intercepted Justin Fields, and Green Bay rallied to beat Chicago 28-19 on …

Rodgers rallies Packers past McCarthy’s Cowboys 31-28 in OT
2 years, 1 month ago

Rodgers rallies Packers past McCarthy’s Cowboys 31-28 in OT

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers finally might have found a new big-play target. Rodgers threw three touchdown passes to rookie Christian Watson and led a 55-yard drive in overtime to set up Mason Crosby’s game-winning 28-yard field goal, and the Packers stopped a five-game skid with a 31-28 win over former coach Mike McCarthy and the Dallas Cowboys on …

Packers searching for answers after 4th consecutive loss
2 years, 1 month ago

Packers searching for answers after 4th consecutive loss

Associated Press  

The previous time the Green Bay Packers lost four straight games, they followed it up with a remarkable stretch run that ended just one step shy of the Super Bowl. Green Bay is two games below.500 for the first time in coach Matt LaFleur’s four-year tenure after falling 27-17 at Buffalo. “We’ve just got to put it together now.” Green …

Bills not underestimating Rodgers despite Packers struggles
2 years, 1 month ago

Bills not underestimating Rodgers despite Packers struggles

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Bills safety Micah Hyde and receiver Jake Kumerow know Aaron Rodgers well enough to appreciate how much the Packers quarterback’s words resonate in Green Bay. So when Rodgers defiantly insisted the Packers’ playoff hopes, at 3-4, remain realistic despite a third consecutive loss and facing the formidable challenge of traveling to play the AFC-leading Bills on …

Aaron Rodgers, Packers lose to Commanders, drop 3rd in a row
2 years, 1 month ago

Aaron Rodgers, Packers lose to Commanders, drop 3rd in a row

Associated Press  

— Aaron Rodgers finished the game face down on the turf after sailing a lateral out of bounds on a frantic, failed final play. The negatives outweighed the few positives: a 63-yard pick-6 of Taylor Heinicke by De’Vondre Campbell and two touchdown passes from Rodgers to Aaron Jones — the second of which completed a 75-yard drive aided by Washington …

Packers believe their struggles on offense start up front
2 years, 2 months ago

Packers believe their struggles on offense start up front

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — There are plenty of issues hindering a Green Bay Packers offense that has produced just 10 points over its past six quarters. “If we don’t block better, it’s hard to do anything,” coach Matt LaFleur said Monday, a day after an embarrassing 27-10 home loss to the New York Jets. Until you fix that, they’re going …

Rodgers, Packers lean on Jones, take care of Bears 27-10
2 years, 3 months ago

Rodgers, Packers lean on Jones, take care of Bears 27-10

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Jones made sure the Green Bay Packers’ promise to get him the ball more often paid off. Jones rushed for 132 yards and a touchdown and caught a scoring pass from Aaron Rodgers, who continued his domination of the Chicago Bears by leading Green Bay to a 27-10 victory on Sunday night. For his first …

Rodgers fine, sits 2nd half, top seed Packers lose to Lions
2 years, 11 months ago

Rodgers fine, sits 2nd half, top seed Packers lose to Lions

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Aaron Rodgers got off the field unscathed, giving Green Bay a win of sorts in a game it lost on the scoreboard. Rodgers threw two touchdown passes in the first half and sat out the second half with nothing at stake as the Detroit Lions beat the top-seeded Packers 37-30 Sunday. Backup Jordan Love threw two late interceptions, …

Packers must improve their run defense before postseason
2 years, 11 months ago

Packers must improve their run defense before postseason

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Now that they’ve moved a step closer to earning the NFC’s lone first-round playoff bye, it’s becoming apparent the Green Bay Packers don’t merely need that extra week to get healthier. They’ve got multiple backs that are really, really talented, and they’re pretty good up front, so I’m sure it’s going to be a big week …

Rodgers sets team record as Packers hold off Browns 24-22
2 years, 11 months ago

Rodgers sets team record as Packers hold off Browns 24-22

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Rasul Douglas and the Green Bay Packers’ pass defense didn’t let the Cleveland Browns spoil Aaron Rodgers’ milestone day. Rodgers surpassed Brett Favre to become Green Bay’s all-time leader in touchdown passes, and the Packers intercepted Baker Mayfield four times in a 24-22 victory over the Cleveland Browns on Saturday. It’s nerve racking, but winning is …

Rodgers throws 4 TD passes, Packers defeat Bears 45-30
3 years ago

Rodgers throws 4 TD passes, Packers defeat Bears 45-30

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — After an extraordinary second quarter in which the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears exchanged body blows, the NFL’s oldest rivalry returned to normal, with Aaron Rodgers once again delivering a knockout punch. “For us to be able to come out that first two quarters and do what we did, that was fun, that’s good football.” …

Toe injury can’t stop Rodgers as Packers defeat Rams 36-28
3 years ago

Toe injury can’t stop Rodgers as Packers defeat Rams 36-28

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers isn’t letting his toe injury lower his expectations even as it limits his practice time. Rodgers threw two touchdown passes and also ran for a score in the Green Bay Packers’ 36-28 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. I don’t lean on excuses: not practicing, a little toe injury.” Rodgers went 28 …

Rams’ 36-28 road loss to Green Bay Packers by the numbers
3 years ago

Rams’ 36-28 road loss to Green Bay Packers by the numbers

LA Times  

Green Bay Packers’ Rasul Douglas runs for a touchdown after after intercepting a Matthew Stafford pass in the second half. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Rams’ 36-28 road loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday: 3 Consecutive games Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford had a pass intercepted and returned for a touchdown. Summary RAMS 0 17 0 11 …

Packers defense slips against Kirk Cousins, Vikings
3 years, 1 month ago

Packers defense slips against Kirk Cousins, Vikings

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Green Bay’s defense toppled star quarterbacks Kyler Murray, Patrick Mahomes and Russell Wilson in impressive fashion in the past three games, picking up the slack for an offense that’s used to carrying the Packers. Cousins threw for 341 yards and three touchdowns — including 169 yards and two scores by Jefferson — and directed two go-ahead drives in …

Packers’ new formula: Rely on defense rather than offense
3 years, 1 month ago

Packers’ new formula: Rely on defense rather than offense

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers are relying on an unfamiliar approach to remain in their customary position atop the NFC North. “I think the defense is playing at an elite level.” That’s continued even as the Packers have faced three of the league’s top quarterbacks in Arizona’s Kyler Murray, Kansas City’s Patrick Mahomes and Seattle’s Russell Wilson …

Adams shines in snow as Packers trounce Titans 40-14
3 years, 11 months ago

Adams shines in snow as Packers trounce Titans 40-14

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams created a picturesque atmosphere as they connected for three touchdown passes on a snow-covered Lambeau Field. I think that team is a really, really solid team that played with a lot less speed than they typically do.” Green Bay ran wild behind 124 yards and two touchdowns from A.J. Adams capped …

Rodgers’ 4 TD passes help Packers roll over Bears 41-25
4 years ago

Rodgers’ 4 TD passes help Packers roll over Bears 41-25

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers helped the Green Bay Packers get another big win against the rival Chicago Bears and move closer to their second straight NFC North title. I think that’s what’s important to us.” The Packers capitalized on mistakes by Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, who was making his first start since the third week of the season. …

Rodgers at ease as Packers roll past Vikings 43-34
4 years, 3 months ago

Rodgers at ease as Packers roll past Vikings 43-34

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — After Green Bay won last season at Minnesota to clinch the division, Aaron Rodgers paused to take a video of some jubilant Packers fans still lingering in the stadium as he walked to the bus. Rodgers took full advantage of the young cornerbacks and the empty building in Minnesota, beginning his 13th season as Green Bay’s starting quarterback …

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