While it looked like the Packers escaped the blowout against the Philadelphia Eagles unscathed, the injury report published on Wednesday told a different story. New Injuries Clay Matthews: Matthews was a limited participant in practice due to a groin injury; it’s possible that Matthews injury occurred late enough in the game that it was […]
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Packers’ free-agent signees playing well
The level at which Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson eschews signing free agents each offseason has gone from a local talker to a national meme in recent NFL offseasons. These days, it’s not just Packers fans who smirk/smile/shake their head/grumble whenever the topic of Thompson and free agents arises. Now, everyone talks about […]
Cory’s Corner: A Packers win isn’t a statement or a signature
I hate the term “statement game.” Especially in November. But let’s face it, the Packers haven’t looked overly impressive so far. They were outplayed by the hapless 2-8 Jets at home but still managed to win and they needed last-second fireworks to beat a 6-4 Dolphins team. That Miami win is easily the best win […]
Packers Xs and Os Film Session: Clay Matthews Moves Inside
Last Sunday when the Green Bay Packers demolished the Chicago Bears 55-14, defensive coordinator Dom Capers unleashed a new wrinkle. It involved moving outside linebacker Clay Matthews to inside linebacker for much of the game. According to ESPN’s Rob Demovsky, Matthews played a total of 53 snaps, with 38 of those coming at middle linebacker (72%). […]
Game Balls and Lame Calls: Packers 55, Bears 14
After watching last night’s game between the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears, one phrase comes to mind: a beautiful disaster. Packers 55, Bears 14. It’s always nice when your team blows out the opponent but when it’s a bitter rival like the Bears, a 41-point margin of victory is just that much sweeter. […]