Author: McQuade Arnold

McQuade Arnold is a Sports Columnist and Co-Owner of Wisconsin Sports Heroics (WSH), Gridiron Heroics (GH), and Hardwood Heroics (HWH). He is originally from Superior, WI, and is a die-hard Green Bay Packers, Wisconsin Badgers, Milwaukee Brewers, and Milwaukee Bucks fan. McQuade's work for WSH has been featured on Yardbarker, Bleacher Report, NewsBreak, and MSN.

Nov 12, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur points to Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin (left) before their game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

The Green Bay Packers got a huge win on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers.  While not many fans may have expected a win, the Packers delivered a 23-20 win to move to 4-6 on the year and keep their improbable playoff hopes alive. The Packers’ win came down to the wire and a few late-game decisions prevented the team from putting the game away earlier.  One of those decisions, by head coach Matt LaFleur, was heavily scrutinized on social media. Green Bay Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur Torn Apart On Social Mediea For Late Game Decision On a third…

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Nov 13, 2022; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur talks with an assistant coach during the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

The Green Bay Packers got a huge win on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers.  A 23-20 win brought the Packers to 4-6 on the year and increased their chances for an improbable playoff run.  The win featured a lot of young weapons making an impact for the team, including Jordan Love, Jayden Reed, Tucker Kraft, and Dontayvion Wicks. Unfortunately, on a day headlined by injuries, the Packers suffered another one in the late stages of their win. The Green Bay Packers Lose Wide Receiver Dontayvion Wicks In The Final Stages Of Their Win Against The Los Angeles Chargers A…

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Jan 19, 2020; Santa Clara, California, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reacts against the San Francisco 49ers in the second quarter of the NFC Championship Game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The Green Bay Packers have suffered a few brutal injuries today against the Los Angeles Chargers.  In the second quarter the Packers lost Aaron Jones to what appears to be a significant knee injury.  Now it appears the Packers will be down a second running back. Green Bay Packers Lose Running Back Emanuel Wilson To Gruesome Injury Against The Los Angeles Chargers Pete Dougherty of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports Wilson (shoulder) will miss the rest of Sunday’s game against the Chargers.  The Packers are now down to one healthy running back, AJ Dillon, with Aaron Jones (knee) also ruled…

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Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones

The Green Bay Packers lost Aaron Jones in the first half of their game against the Los Angeles Chargers.  Aaron Jones was carted to the locker room after suffering a knee injury during the team’s Week 11 contest against the Los Angeles Chargers. He left the field in visible pain after sustaining the injury late in the second quarter. Green Bay Packers Lose Aaron Jones To Gruesome Injury In First Half Against The Los Angeles Chargers Although Jones showed emotion when being helped off the field, hopefully, it’s not as bad as it appears. Here is a video of the…

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Nov 12, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur walks the sidelines against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

The Green Bay Packers and Los Angeles Chargers are facing off in Week 11.  The Chargers (4-5) are desperately trying to keep pace in the AFC Wild Card race.  The Packers (3-6) may not be mathematically eliminated from the playoffs, however, they are certainly looking to take away as many positives from the 2023 season as possible. If the Chargers want to make a playoff run, they may have to do so without one of their best players. Los Angeles Chargers Star Edge Rusher Joey Bosa Carted To Locker Room Against The Green Bay Packers According to multiple reports: The…

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Dec 25, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur stands on the sideline during the first half against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

The Green Bay Packers suffered a major loss in the first-quarter against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.  The Packers (3-6) are trying to take as many positives away from the 2023 season as possible and continue to build for for the future. The Green Bay Packers Lose All-Pro Keisean Nixon Against The Los Angeles Rams Per ESPN’s Rob Demovsky: Keisean Nixon came up limping after the kickoff return and then he went down. Getting medical attention. In the offseason, Nixon signed a one-year deal. It was pretty much a necessity to bring him back after the season he had.…

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Nov 18, 2023; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Graham Mertz (15) runs the ball as Missouri Tigers defensive back JC Carlies (1) chases during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

The Wisconsin Badgers moved on from a number of quarterbacks over the last few seasons, however, none were more polarizing than Graham Mertz.  Prior to Wisconsin’s bowl game on December 4, 2022, Mertz announced he was entering the transfer portal. In the spring of 2023, Mertz joined the Florida Gators. Mertz has had a successful season with Florida this season, however, it has unfortunately come to an end. Former Wisconsin Badger Quarterback Graham Mertz Suffers Season Ending Injury Coach Billy Napier said quarterback Graham Mertz suffered a non-displaced collarbone fracture during Saturday night’s 33-31 loss to Missouri. On third-and-5 with…

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Sep 20, 2021; Green Bay, WIsconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers fans react during a game against the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Wm. Glasheen/Appleton Post-Crescent via USA TODAY NETWORK

The Green Bay Packers sit at 3-6 through their first nine games of the 2023 season and, at this point, may be looking for as many positives as possible to take into 2024.  While no team has been mathematically eliminated from the playoffs yet, it would take a pretty remarkable run for the Packers to get back into playoff conversations. The top seven teams in each conference make the playoffs, currently the Packers sit 11th in the NFC.  The Atlanta Falcons (4-6), Washington Commanders (4-6), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-5), and Minnesota Vikings (6-4) sit between Green Bay and a wild…

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Jan 8, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur looks on during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

The Green Bay Packers have certainly dealt with their fair share of injuries this season.  On offense, the team has missed both Christian Watson and Aaron Jones for significant portions of the season.  Those absences certainly hindered the offense’s ability to get rolling. On defense, the Packers have seen star cornerback Jaire Alexander miss time as well.  However, on Friday an incident occurred that could leave another star player questionable going forward. The Green Bay Packers Could Be Without Rashan Gary After Incident At Friday’s Practice According to Jordan Sigler of Gridiron Sports Heroics: Head coach Matt LaFleur said the injury…

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Sep 28, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur questions an official after linebacker Quay Walker (7) was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct on a field goal attempt during their football game Thursday, September 28, 2023, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The penalty gave the Detroit Lions a first down and eventually a touchdown score. Mandatory Credit: Dan Powers-USA TODAY Sports

The Green Bay Packers and Head Coach Matt LaFleur found success very early on in his head coaching career.  LaFleur’s first three seasons included three 13-win seasons, two NFC Championship appearances, and three NFC North division crowns. However, the last two seasons have left a lot to be desired.  In 2022 the Packers finished 8-9 and were eliminated from playoff contention in their regular season finale against the Detroit Lions.  This year the Packers have gotten off to a poor 3-6 start and seem to be looking at a top draft pick in 2024.  Could LaFleur’s future in Green Bay…

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