Packers Jacobs Placed on Exempt List After Charges
#NFL #PackersPackers running back Josh Jacobs was placed on the NFL commissioner exempt list after misdemeanor charges, sidelining him from games. Green Bay traded for Kaleb Johnson and Mark Redman to address depth. Jacobs' return remains uncertain pending league review. read more
Packers coach expects Jacobs to stay amid charges
#NFL #PackersPackers coach Matt LaFleur says he fully anticipates Josh Jacobs remaining with the team after misdemeanor charges of battery and property destruction. LaFleur will let the legal process play out, though the NFL's review may affect Jacobs' availability. read more
Packers Josh Jacobs charged with misdemeanors after incident
#NFL #PackersPackers running back Josh Jacobs faces misdemeanor battery and criminal damage charges from a May domestic incident. His lawyers deny domestic violence allegations, while the NFL investigates a potential suspension. Court appearance set for November 17. read more
Parsons Eyes Cowboys Return at Lambeau Field
#NFL #PackersPackers linebacker Micah Parsons says playing in Week 6 against the Cowboys is "realistic" as he rehabs his ACL injury. He remains optimistic, focusing on recovery strength rather than timelines, while targeting a return to boost Green Bay's playoff push. read more
Packers tackle changes name to honor Nigerian roots
#Packers #NFLPackers right tackle Zach Tom changed his name to Zach Bako-Bewele to honor Nigerian heritage, combining grandparents' surnames. He began the process in March, debuting it on his jersey Sunday while recovering from knee surgery. read more
Packers Kraft Returns From ACL Injury Ahead of Schedule
#Packers #NFLPackers tight end Tucker Kraft was activated off the PUP list Friday, under nine months after ACL surgery. He'll be eased into practice, with Green Bay cautious about the nine-month recovery mark. Contract talks with Kraft remain in early stages. read more
Packers CEO warns of financial gap with other NFL teams
#Packers #NFLFinancePackers CEO Ed Policy warns the team needs more revenue to stay competitive as the NFL’s only publicly owned franchise faces rising costs, reporting a rare operating loss. Player expenses surged, while other teams access capital via minority sales. read more
Packers’ Micah Parsons Out Until Mid-October for Playoffs
#NFL #PackersPackers star Micah Parsons won't return until at least mid-October after ACL and meniscus surgery. He'll likely start season on PUP, missing four games. The team prioritizes his full recovery for a playoff push over early-season returns. read more
Lacrosse Star Turned Kicker Drafted by Packers
#NFL #PackersMatt Stover discovered Packers rookie kicker Trey Smack through his son's lacrosse teammate. A pandemic and Stover's coaching refined Smack's raw talent. Drafted in the sixth round from Florida, he replaces veteran Brandon McManus, aiming to end Green Bay's kicker instability. read more
Packers sign Tyrod Taylor as Jordan Loves backup
#NFL #PackersThe Green Bay Packers are signing veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor to back up Jordan Love, replacing Malik Willis. Taylor, 36, has 15 NFL seasons of experience and 62 career starts. Desmond Ridder will be released following the signing. read more
Packers lock in Jayden Reed with $50.25M extension
#NFL #PackersPackers receiver Jayden Reed signed a three-year, $50.25M extension with $20M guaranteed, securing his future through 2029. The 2023 second-round pick, Green Bay’s leading receiver in his first two seasons, missed much of last year due to injuries. read more
Packers Architect Bob Harlan Dies at 89
#Packers #NFLHistoryBob Harlan, former Packers president, died at 89. He restored the franchise by hiring GMs who won Super Bowls and led the Lambeau Field renovation. He was a transformative leader for Green Bay. read more