Author: Mallory Allen

Green Bay kicked off the 2021 NFL season last night in their preseason opener against the Houston Texans. While many view preseason as pointless or a waste of time, it truly does serve a variety of important purposes. Chief among them is helping teams set their rosters. These games – essentially live dress-rehearsals – give players the opportunity to prove themselves and their worth on the field. Subsequently, preseason matches allow front offices to evaluate their athletes’ showings and ultimately determine who will make the final cut. Dozens of fresh faces and names suited up in the green and gold…

Preston Smith’s time in Green Bay got off to a wildly impressive start. But after a lackluster performance the following season, he found himself on the verge of losing his spot on the roster. The outside linebacker’s overall defensive production fell dramatically from 2019 to 2020. In his first season with the Packers, Smith racked up a career-high 12.5 sacks. The following year, he had only four. Smith also lost ground in tackles, interceptions, and forced fumbles. Given this disappointing regression, as well as Green Bay’s salary-cap issues, releasing Smith became a distinct possibility. Instead, he and the front office…

The NFL caused quite a stir last week after releasing its newest policies regarding COVID-19 and the 2021 season. With the pandemic raging on and kickoff quickly approaching, the league is sending a very clear message to its teams. To put it simply: get vaccinated or face major consequences. What Are The NFL’s Newest Policies? Just after noon on July 22nd, NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero took to Twitter to break this bombshell story. He outlined all the shocking details included in a memo sent from Commissioner Roger Goodell to each team’s front office. Clubs were informed that the NFL plans…

After a week-long vacation with the hottest topic in sports, AJ Hawk shared his predictions regarding Aaron Rodgers’s football future. The former Packers linebacker spent seven days golfing, boating, and tossing a football around in Montana with the reigning MVP. Naturally, fans and media pundits alike all had the same big question upon his return. Did Rodgers confide in Hawk – his good friend and ex-teammate – about his much-anticipated plans for the season ahead? It appears the answer is no. Or, perhaps the two did discuss Rodgers’s situation and Hawk doesn’t feel it’s his place to divulge those private…

Peyton Manning “can’t fathom” the idea of fellow quarterback Aaron Rodgers sitting out the 2021 NFL season.  No one knows if, when, or how the offseason drama between Rodgers and the Packers’ front office might be resolved. Fans, teammates, and pundits alike can only guess as to what will happen. However, that hasn’t stopped the media from asking the league’s highest-profile players, both current and past, to weigh in. From Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes to Alex Smith and Brett Favre, there’s been a plethora of different takes offered. Now, Peyton Manning is the latest to share his thoughts on…

Packers tight end Jace Sternberger has just been suspended for two games. The news was recently announced in a statement made by an NFL spokesperson. It reads, in part: “Jace Sternberger of the Green Bay Packers has been suspended without pay for the first two games of the 2021 regular season for violating the NFL Policy and Program on Substances of Abuse.” Neither the NFL nor the Packers offered official details as to how Sternberger violated the league’s substance abuse rules. Sternberger is still allowed to participate in the team’s offseason workouts, as well as preseason practices and games. What…

It’s only been one month since Chicago drafted Justin Fields, but he’s already throwing shade at Green Bay. Ohio State’s former quarterback knows a thing or two about rivalries, particularly ones involving football teams from Wisconsin. The Badgers and Buckeyes are formidable BIG 10 opponents every season, and there’s plenty of animosity between the two powerhouse programs. Presumably Chicago’s QB-of-the-future, Fields now gets to take part in the greatest NFL rivalry of all time: Packers vs. Bears. Apparently, it hasn’t taken him long to find the best way to endear himself to his new team and fans. Caught on Camera…

Charles Woodson and Al Harris are set to become the newest inductees into the Packers Hall of Fame. Last year’s banquet was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The ceremony has been rescheduled for Saturday, August 28th, when Woodson and Harris will finally be inducted. The pair spent a combined 15 seasons with Green Bay, each as defensive backs.  Charles Woodson Woodson spent his first eight seasons (and last three) with the Oakland Raiders. He played for the Packers from 2006-2012 and throughout his seven-year tenure, Woodson became a star player, team leader, and fan favorite.  His impressive statistics and…

Green Bay just signed Kurt Benkert to their roster. This news comes days after the Packers added another quarterback, Blake Bortles. They also worked out former Indianapolis QB Chad Kelly.  Benkert announced the move on social media, posting a picture of himself wearing a Packers sweatshirt and signing his contract. He captioned it, “The best advice I can give anyone is to believe in yourself. I’m so thankful.” College & NFL Careers Benkert began his college career at East Carolina University before transferring to the University of Virginia. There, he recorded numerous impressive statistics and broke several school records. Upon…

With the 85th overall pick in the third round of the draft, the Packers have selected wide receiver Amari Rodgers.  In a trade with the Titans, Green Bay moved up seven spots from 92nd to 85th to grab him before another team had the chance. They gave up a fourth round pick (#135) as part of the deal. At 5’10 and 210 pounds, Rodgers is a versatile wideout who is comfortable lining up outside and in the slot. While competing in Clemson’s Pro Day earlier this year, he recorded several impressive numbers. His vertical was 33.5, his broad jump was…