You could hear it in his voice, you could see it in his face. The emotion and heartbreak following the sudden death of Michael Philbin, son of offensive coordinator Joe Philbin, was on full display as Packers head coach Mike McCarthy addressed the media Wednesday afternoon. McCarthy got choked up while trying to answer several […]
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McCarthy: Status of James Starks, Josh Sitton in Doubt For Sunday Against Chiefs
Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy didn’t sound too optimistic Wednesday that either running back James Starks or guard Josh Sitton would be available to play Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. McCarthy said that Starks worked out hard on Tuesday, but the ensuing medical reports done today weren’t encouraging. He was a no-go […]
A.J. Hawk vs D.J. Smith: The Brewing Battle at Inside Linebacker
When Packers fans take a break from criticizing Jermichael Finley, they usually direct their ire toward A.J. Hawk. By now you know the drill: Hawk bashers say he hasn’t come close to meeting the expectations of a No. 5 overall draft choice and that he’s undeserving of his five-year, $33.75 million contract. Hawk supporters say […]
Packers vs. Raiders: 5 Observations from Green Bay’s 46-16 Win over Oakland
Using five forced turnovers and a balanced offensive attack, the Green Bay Packers (13-0) raced out to a 34-0 lead over the Oakland Raiders (7-6) before finishing their 19th straight win overall, 46-16, Sunday at Lambeau Field. Here are five observations from the game: 1. Fast start This game, which some thought could be the […]
Packers vs. Giants Preview: 5 Things to Watch
The Green Bay Packers (11-0) will take their undefeated record into New York on Sunday, as the Giants (6-5) welcome the Packers in a Week 13 showdown at MetLife Stadium. The basics When: 3:15 CDT; Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011 Where: MetLife Stadium; East Rutherford, NJ TV: FOX; Joe Buck and Troy Aikman with the call, Pam Oliver on […]