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The Spun » Green Bay Packers
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NASHVILLE, TN - AUGUST 09: A close up of a helmet of the Green Bay Packers on the sideline during a game against the Tennessee Titans at LP Field on August 9, 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)
The Green Bay Packers have one of the most iconic helmets in the NFL, and while they have worn different throwback lids in recent years, they've never donned a different color "alternate" helmet, at least until now.
According to Uni Watch's Paul Lukas, the Packers will be adding a white alternate helmet to the fold this coming season.
Lukas cites a source who earlier ..read more
The Spun » Green Bay Packers
1w ago
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It's sounding like the Green Bay Packers will be opening their season abroad next year.
According to ESPN's Rob Demovsky, it's become increasingly likely that the Pack will venture to one of South America's most iconic countries in Week 1.
"Based on Packers president Mark Murphy's comments this morning, it sounds like they're preparing to open the season in Brazil against the Eagles," Demovsky reported. "Speaking before the annual Tailgate Tour departed, Murphy said: 'We're either the first- or second-most popular team in ..read more
The Spun » Green Bay Packers
2w ago
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 02: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers looks onward before his game against the New England Patriots at Lambeau Field on October 02, 2022 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
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Aaron Rodgers has received a bunch of criticism over the past few years. Some of it warranted, some of it unnecessary.
During an interview with Zach Gelb of CBS Sports, wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling was asked to share his opinion of Rodgers.
Valdes-Scantling made it known that Rodgers is a great ..read more
The Spun » Green Bay Packers
3w ago
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 12: Head coach Matt LaFleur of the Green Bay Packers looks on during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
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Aaron Jones is no longer a member of the Green Bay Packers, but his impact still lives on in the mind of his former head coach.
In a conversation with Kevin Clark of The Ringer, Packers coach Matt LaFleur was asked to name the most bada-- person he's ever coached. He immediately singled out Jones.
"It might be too ..read more
The Spun » Green Bay Packers
3w ago
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 12: Head coach Matt LaFleur of the Green Bay Packers looks on during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
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Packers fans apparently weren't the only ones surprised to see Aaron Jones shown the door this offseason.
Speaking to reporters at this year's annual NFL Meetings, head coach Matt LaFleur admitted he was pretty shocked that the veteran running back wouldn't be returning to the team in 2024.
"It kind of caught me o ..read more
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1M ago
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 23: Marvin Harrison Jr. #18 of the Ohio State Buckeyes looks on prior to the game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Notre Dame Stadium on September 23, 2023 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
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Ex-Packers QB Kurt Benkert is beginning to grow concerned about Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr. as the pre-draft process plays out.
After reports surfaced that the Buckeyes All-American would not be working out at his Pro Day today, the five-year NFL signal-caller had some questions.
"No combine, no pro ..read more
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1M ago
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 13: David Bakhtiari #69 of the Green Bay Packers looks on during the fourth quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 13, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)
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Just because David Bakhtiari's time in Green Bay is over doesn't mean his time in the NFL is.
According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, "When the #Packers released All-Pro LT David Bakhtiari, there were some questions about what's next. My understanding: He is diligently rehabbing and is focused on returning to play this comi ..read more
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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 17: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates on the field after defeating the Indianapolis Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)
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The free agency frenzy had a lot of big deals go down even before the official start of the new league year. Some of the deals have been deserved, and some have left people wondering who's fleecing who.
Today we're taking a look at the five biggest contracts that have been given out at the start of NFL free agency ..read more
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1M ago
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 11: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets looks on prior to a game against the Buffalo Bills at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)
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We're having quite a bit of fun joking about New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers being identified as a potential running mate to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. in the 2024 presidential election. But one NFL fan has apparently been waiting a full year for this news to drop.
Back on April 25, 2023 - about a day before the tra ..read more