Doing their best impression of Karl Brooks, the NFL blocked the Chicago Bears’ argument that the Green Bay Packers committed a foul on last Sunday’s game-winning blocked field goal at Soldier Field. Coach Matt Eberflus and the Bears submitted the play to the league for review, claiming the Packers broke a rule by making illegal contact with the long snapper before the block. … [Read more...] about NFL agrees: Nothing illegal about Packers’ blocked FG to beat Bears
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Special teams come up clutch for Green Bay in Chicago as the Packers hold on 20-19
The special teams unit came up clutch for Green Bay in Chicago last Sunday. Green Bay found themselves with their backs against the wall as the Bears drove down the field and got within field goal range to attempt a walk off win. Defensive lineman Karl Brooks had other plans as he blocked the 46-yard field goal attempt, and Green Bay’s win streak against the Chicago Bears … [Read more...] about Special teams come up clutch for Green Bay in Chicago as the Packers hold on 20-19
Versatile offensive linemen Packers could target in 2025 NFL Draft
The Green Bay Packers selected three offensive linemen during the 2024 NFL Draft, a year after taking none during the 2023 draft. Since taking over as general manager in 2018, Brian Gutekunst has drafted 14 offensive linemen and has selected at least one in every draft except for the 2023 class. Gutekunst’s draft history suggests that he’ll draft at least one offensive lineman … [Read more...] about Versatile offensive linemen Packers could target in 2025 NFL Draft
Packers rule out LB Edgerrin Cooper for Week 12 vs. 49ers
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur confirmed rookie linebacker Edgerrin Cooper will not play Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers because of a hamstring injury suffered during Wednesday’s practice. Cooper, who appeared in all 10 games to start his rookie season, didn’t practice Thursday or Friday. While LaFleur does not think the soft-tissue injury will be a long-term … [Read more...] about Packers rule out LB Edgerrin Cooper for Week 12 vs. 49ers
Packers to face backup quarterback on Sunday vs. 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers ruled out starting quarterback Brock Purdy because of a shoulder injury and announced backup Brandon Allen as the starter for Sunday’s showdown with the Green Bay Packers. Purdy, a Pro Bowler who finished fourth in NFL MVP voting last year, injured his shoulder last Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks and missed the majority of practice time this … [Read more...] about Packers to face backup quarterback on Sunday vs. 49ers