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Peprah Gets A Shot, Jackson Hoping To Play In Opener

As the Packers prepare to play the Tennessee Titans tomorrow night, it looks like safety Charlie Peprah is going to get a shot.  Coach Mike McCarthy says Marquand Manuel  probably won’t play against Tennessee. Atari Bigby and Nick Collins will start .  McCarthy wants to see Bigby play the whole first half before giving him […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 29 2007

Time May Be Running Out For Packers’ Hodge

Packers backup middle linebacker Abdul Hodge may be out for the season as he continues to struggle with tendinitis in both knees.  Hodge has been struggling with the pain for two years and may need surgery.  He intends to fly to New York tomorrow for a second opinion.  If Hodge isn’t placed on injured reserve, […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 28 2007

Packers Prep For Tennesee

The Packers are preparing for Thursday’s final exhibition game against the Tennessee Titans.  Rookie Brandon Jackson was unable to finish practice Sunday after colliding with another player and going down hard.  He apparently suffered a blow to the head.  If it turns out to be a concussion, his status for the exhibition finale is in […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 27 2007

Jags Top Packers 21-13, Driver Injures Foot

 
The Packers lost a preseason game to the Jacksonville Jaguars 21-13 last night at Lambeau Field.  Brett Favre went 14-of-20  for 130 yards and Aaron Rodgers threw for 82 yards on 6-of-9 passing for the Packers, who fell to 2-and-1 in the preseason.  Both teams played their starters for most of the first half.  The […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 24 2007

Tickets Available For Packers Game

A few hundred tickets are available for the Packers’ preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lambeau Field tonight.   The Packers make their 2007 national debut tonight, with the game televised on Fox.  Tonight is the 47th Bishop’s Charities game.  Because of injuries, head coach Mike McCarthy plans to limit exposure for the starters in […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 23 2007

Packers Sign Rookie Cobb, Release Underwood

The Packers have signed fullback Erryn Cobb and released safety Marviel Underwood.  Cobb was a rookie free agent out of Northwestern, where he was a co-captain in 2006.  Underwood was a fourth-round pick for the Pack in the 2005 NFL Draft.  He appeared in 16 games for Green Bay. The Packers play the Jaguars tomorrow night.

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 22 2007

Rodgers Coming to Form, Hodge May be Gone

 
Two Packer Tidbits from Pro Football Weekly:
“Team insiders tell us Packers backup QB Aaron Rodgers really looks a lot better this season. Not only does he appear to be in much better shape, his poise, decision-making and throwing on the run appear to be vastly improved.
• Don’t be shocked if the Packers pull the plug on […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 21 2007

Packers Prep For Jaguars

The Packers are preparing to take on the Jaguars on Thursday night.  Coach Mike McCarthy took action Monday to shore up his weakest position on defense, handing the strong safety job to Atari Bigby, and taking that job away from Marquand Manuel.  The Packers informed safety Marviel Underwood that he will be released today.

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 21 2007

Packer Fans Feeling Good Following Blowout Win

Packers fans are feeling confident this morning after another pre-season win on Saturday night.  Aaron Rodgers completed 10-of-16 passes for 97 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and the Packers defense recorded two more scores as Green Bay ripped Seattle  48-13 in preseason action at Lambeau Field.  Brett Favre finished 7-of-12 passes for 74 yards […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 20 2007

Ferguson’s Career in Green Bay Over

 
The future is going to be somewhat clear very soon for Packers WR Robert Ferguson, as either he will be in another uniform through a trade, or he will be on the streets looking to play for another uniform. One thing is for sure, his career in Green Bay is over. After Thursday night’s practice, […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 17 2007