Packers have had the Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair of Quarterbacks in Last 17 Seasons

Next time you complain about Aaron Rodgers holding the ball too long or grimace at the memory of a Brett Favre interception, remember this: The Packers have had the best quarterback in the NFL for seven of the past 17 seasons. That’s the conclusion Grantland’s Bill Barnwell reached, anyway, after a comprehensive study breaking down […]

An In-Depth Look at the Packers’ Don Barclay and Wrestling Jobbers

There’s been some scuttle about the Packers moving T.J. Lang back to left guard and trying undrafted rookie Don Barclay at right tackle. (Editor’s Note: This article was actually written before this week’s game against the Vikings but never appeared due to a scheduling issue.) Lang has floundered since moving to tackle after Bryan Bulaga […]

The Complete History of Green Bay Packers in Professional Wrestling: Chapter 1 — The Football and Wrestling Connection

NFL players in the battle royal included Bill Fralic, Jimbo Covert, Russ Francis, Ernie Holmes, Harvey Martin and William “the Refrigerator” Perry. The Fridge was at the height of his popularity after winning the Super Bowl with the Bears in 1985 and went over big time with the Chicago fans. He also provided the match’s most memorable moment.