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PACKERS-SEAHAWKS POST-GAME QUOTES
HEAD COACH MIKE MCCARTHY:
(On his overall view of the game compared to last week)
"I think we definitely took a step forward as a football team. There's a number of positives that we can build on. I'm a little soured by the way the fourth quarter went, but I'm very happy with the progress that we're making.
"We have a lot of work to do. I'm excited about the win (and) I think our team is definitely gaining confidence."
(On the difference with the No. 1 offense)
"Just rhythm and timing. We had the three-and-out early, but I just thought they finally got into a rhythm and just like anything, when you're running the football it makes your play-action game so much more successful. And I thought Brett (Favre) was sharp on third down. (He made) the best available play selection at the line. I thought he did a nice job with that."
(On Bubba Franks' couple of first-down catches)
"Bubba, really you're seeing him transfer his preparation and his practice performance to the game. I'm very happy with the training camp that Bubba's had. I think we're being smart with him with the one a day practices and taking care of that knee (injury) that he has is really helping him. I thought he had a nice night."
(On Jackson if he's the opening day starter)
"Right now he is our starter. I think he's getting better with each game. I thought he ran with body lean behind his pads better than he did against Pittsburgh for the whole game. It's something he's really working hard on.
"His pass protection, his blitz pickup will continue to improve. He's a tough kid, works hard, very talented and I'm happy with the way he's attacked training camp. He's taken full advantage of his opportunities."
(On Atari Bigby closing gap between him and Manuel)
"Tomorrow's evaluation will give us a better indication of that, but I thought Atari with the two sacks and the big plays that he generated out there, he definitely stood out."
(On the return game)
"Clearly better execution. I thought Will (Blackmon) did a real nice job setting (up) the return, the one he had. There was a major emphasis in the offseason (with) the finishing of the blocks in the return game. We did not do a very good job of it in Pittsburgh and it looks to me that we did a much better job tonight."
CB WILL BLACKMON:
(on if his performance on special teams solidified a roster spot)
"We still have two more games left. I'm just going to keep going out there with confidence every time I return a ball I'm going to try to get a touchdown or good field position. But a decision won't be made until the Philly game."
(on the overall improved performance of the special teams)
"Every time we met, the bottom line is we just need to be able to trust each other. It's simple. You have that man, so block him. And then there's one on one with the punter for returning or vice versa. For example, when I was out there, I didn't worry about those guys. I just knew they were going to do their job.
RB BRANDON JACKSON:
(on looking more comfortable in the offense)
"We had a tough week and prepared. Just preparation, it was great."
(on hitting the holes faster and stronger)
"Yeah, the first game, we got that out of the way. I just feel a lot more comfortable now."
CB CHARLES WOODSON:
(on if he's surprised things are gelling so quickly)
"No, not at all. Most of us have been together for a year now. We've had a good training camp, so why not. It was fun, it was fun to watch out there tonight, and like I said we just want to keep doing it."
DE KABEER GBAJA-BIAMILA:
(on if he's content with his role on defense)
"You know something, I'm content where I'm at. In the sense that, I'm just going to be faithful, I believe that God is in control of everything and this is where he has me and I'm going to be faithful (to) whatever role they have me. I'm going to be the very best that I can be to help this team go all the way to the Super Bowl and win it. That's just kind of my attitude."
(on the fumble he forced)
"I don't know if I can tell you anything you haven't seen, but I can tell you I stepped inside, the guy bit on it and I was able to knock his hands off of me. I was able to meet the quarterback when he was setting up, because usually when quarterbacks set-up they usually step into the pocket but I was able to get him right when he was setting up and then I was able to get to the quarterback. I was blessed to be in the right place in the right time."
SEAHAWKS HEAD COACH MIKE HOLMGREN:
(on the loss)
"Clearly Green Bay came to play and we didn't. It was pretty obvious from the beginning. Tip your hat to them. I failed my team in getting them ready to play this football game tonight and we will be better next week. We are a good football team, we just didn't play very well."
(on if it ever gets old coming back to Green Bay)
"I enjoy it here. We have friends and great memories here. It is a great place to play football. I guess I get more disappointed when we don't play well because I want to play well when we come here. I know it is the preseason and all, but I just didn't think we played very well."
(on Green Bay's strong performance)
"I thought they played hard. After their first ballgame they wanted to come out and do some things offensively and they did it tonight so they stuck with their plan. They probably had some questions answered tonight."
SEAHAWKS CB MARCUS TRUFANT:
(on what positives the first team defense can take from tonight)
"We came out and played hard from the beginning. We made some third down stops as well so there were some positives, but at the same time we need to take a good look at the film and get some things fixed."
(on Green Bay rookie running back Brandon Jackson)
"I think he played well. You never know what you are going to get in the preseason, but he came to play. I think he will give the Packers a good look."
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GAME SUMMARY:
4th quarter
No score.
3rd quarter
GB 48, SEA 13
GB: Carlyle Holiday, 4 pass from Aaron Rodgers, 7:10
10 plays, 46 yards, TOP 5:05
Key plays: Rodgers hit Holiday for a 4-yard gain to convert a fourth-and-3 when the offense was just out of field goal range, and he followed with a 20-yard completion to Clark Harris on the next snap. Corey White converted a third-and-1 with a great second effort to give the Packers first-and-goal.
GB 41, SEA 13
GB: Dave Rayner, 24 field goal, 13:20
4 plays, 3 yards, TOP :49
Key plays: Jarrett Bush got his second interception of the night on Seattle's first possession of the third quarter and returned it 19 yards to the Seahawks' 9-yard line. Ruvell Martin nearly had a TD catch on third down, but he caught the ball out of the back of the end zone.
3rd Quarter Injury Update:
DE Michael Montgomery left the game with a knee injury. He will not return.
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PACKERS HALFTIME QUOTES:
HEAD COACH MIKE MCCARTHY
(on the two defensive touchdowns)
"I thought our defense was excellent. It's a priority to take the football away and they've been doing that -- obviously scoring touchdowns (tonight). I'm very pleased with the defense.
"I'm excited about what special teams has done, also.
"Offense - I thought we moved the ball pretty good, but the two turnovers - we need to nip that in the bud."
(on the performance of the first-team offense this week as opposed to last week)
"I thought the first offense had a really good rhythm going. We had a couple protection errors; we'll get that fixed. I thought it was good night, but the two turnovers, we have to fix that."
(on the return effort of Will Blackmon in the first half)
"Will's done an excellent job. I think he's really showing what he can do when the ball's in his hands. We're excited about Will Blackmon."
QB BRETT FAVRE
(On the difference between this week and last week)
"I think we executed better. Last week we didn't execute very well. Guys made some plays. Bubba (Franks) got involved. We had a better tempo. We just made plays. There's no secret to it."
(On his chemistry with the receivers)
"We still have a long way to go. Up to this point it's been productive as far as this game is concerned but we still have a long way to go. We still missed on a few that we should have gotten."
LB NICK BARNETT
(On the defense)
"Everybody is playing well. It's the second year of having the scheme under our belts and playing together. We're out there gelling. We still have some things to clean up. I think we're on the right path."
(On the quarterback sack/pressures)
"We have some great pass rushers on our team, the secondary, linebackers and down to the d-line. When we get to the quarterback those guys are stripping the ball out and doing what we're supposed to. We're picking it up and scoring. Hopefully we can continue to do so."
(On outscoring the offense)
"We're going to try and do what we can to outscore the offense and put points on the board on defense. We'll keep doing what we do."
**
2nd quarter
GB 38, SEA 13
SEA: Josh Brown, 48 field goal, :00
5 plays, 30 yards, TOP :52
Key plays: Darryl Tapp sacked Rodgers and forced a fumble that Lofa Tatupu recovered to thwart a Green Bay scoring drive. Seattle QB David Greene then hit back-to-back passes to Ben Obomanu for 13 and 11 yards, and another to Logan Payne for 11 yards to get the Seahawks in position for a field goal on the final play of the half.
GB 38, SEA 10
GB: Tracy White, 34 fumble return
Key plays: Atari Bigby came untouched on a blitz and forced Wallace to fumble. White picked up the loose ball and took it the rest of the way.
2nd Quarter Injury Update:
FB Ryan Powdrell left the game with a knee injury. His return is questionable.
GB 31, SEA 10
GB: James Jones, 7 pass from Aaron Rodgers, 5:44
9 plays, 71 yards, TOP 4:08
Key plays: Rodgers hit Jones for a 32-yard gain on a deep sideline route. Jones made a diving catch over the defender. The pass was initially ruled incomplete but the call was overturned by a Green Bay challenge. Ruvell Martin then converted a third-and-4 with a 7-yard catch on a slant pass, and Jones followed with the TD catch on first-and-goal.
GB 24, SEA 10
SEA: Maurice Morris, 15 run, 9:52
2 plays, 28 yards, TOP :23
Key plays: Seattle's C.J. Wallace recovered a fumbled shotgun snap by Aaron Rodgers at the Green Bay 28 and needed just two plays to score. Leonard Weaver had a 13-yard reception in the flat, and Morris followed with a burst up the middle for the touchdown.
GB 24, SEA 3
GB: Nick Barnett, 62 fumble return, 11:35
Key plays: With Seattle facing third-and-8 on the Green Bay 30, Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila beat his man around the edge and swatted the ball out of Wallace's hand while sacking him. Barnett picked up the loose ball and raced untouched into the end zone.
GB 17, SEA 3
GB: James Jones, 16 pass from Brett Favre, 14:55
5 plays, 51 yards, TOP 1:38
Key plays: A screen pass to Jackson picked up 11 yards, and on the next snap Favre hit Donald Driver for 22 more. Favre then lofted a short pass over the middle to Jones, who made the catch and outran the Seattle defenders to the pylon for the score.
1st quarter
GB 10, SEA 3
GB: Brandon Jackson, 1 run, 3:25
2 plays, 7 yards, TOP :57
Key plays: Will Blackmon's 83-yard kickoff return and a personal foul (horse collar) penalty on the Seahawks gave the Packers a first-and-goal on the 7. Jackson needed just two carries to get in the end zone.
GB 3, SEA 3
SEA: Josh Brown, 46 field goal, 4:22
7 plays, 53 yards, TOP 3:06
Key plays: The Seahawks converted a third-and-14 from their own 15-yard line with a 55-yard completion from Seneca Wallace to Nate Burleson. It was about a 20-yard gain with Nick Collins draped on Burleson, but Nick Barnett's hit broke Burleson free for a long run before he was dragged down by Marquand Manuel.
GB 3, PIT 0
GB: Mason Crosby, 37 field goal, 7:28
12 plays, 47 yards, TOP 4:54
Key plays: Passes of 10 and 8 yards to Bubba Franks picked up a pair of first downs, and running back Brandon Jackson plunged through the line for 2 yards on third-and-1.
1st Quarter Injury Update:
WR Shaun Bodiford left the game with a knee injury. His return is questionable.
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Tonight's attendance: 69,761
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The Packers won the coin toss and elected to receive.
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Weather at kickoff:
Rain, 59 degrees
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The following Packers players are not expected to play in tonight's game:
28 RB P.J. Pope
34 RB Vernand Morency
40 FB Brandon Miree
42 RB DeShawn Wynn
64 G Tony Palmer
67 DE DeVon Hicks
75 T Tony Moll
Starting Lineup Changes:
On defense, Corey Williams (99) starts for an active Justin Harrell (91) at RDT.
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The following Seahawks players are not expected to play in tonght's game:
8 QB Matt Hasselbeck
27 SS Jordan Babineaux
56 LB Leroy Hill
71 T Walter Jones
75 T Sean Locklear
85 TE Will Heller
86 WR Courtney Taylor
89 TE Leonard Stephens
90 DT Marcus Tubbs
Starting Lineup Changes:
On offense, Seneca Wallace (15) starts for Matt Hasselbeck (8) at QB, Nate Burleson (81) starts for a healthy D.J. Hackett (18) at WR, Tom Ashworth (68) starts for Walter Jones (71) at LT, Ray Willis (74) starts at RT for Sean Locklear (75). On defense, Kevin Bentley (57) starts for LeRoy Hill (56) at OLB. |
 | Badger Mutual Family of the Game
Seventh-graders in the state of Wisconsin are eligible to enter an essay contest to see their family named the Badger Mutual Insurance Family of the Game. Winners will receive four game tickets, pre-game VIP on-field passes, recognition on the video board during the game and much more. To enter, Wisconsin seventh-graders should write an essay of 500 words or less that tells "Why Education Is Important to Me." Print out a registration form on packers.com. |
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 | Coldwell Banker "Take it to the House"
Two lucky couples will have a chance to win a house courtesy of Coldwell Banker during halftime at every home game. Visit one of Coldwell Banker's Open Houses to sign up!
"Take it to the House" TV Commercial - Real | Windows |
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 | Crunch Time Catch
The Crunch Time Catch presented by Copps and Pick 'n Save gives two contestants the chance to show their skills catching punts. Both contestants will attempt to catch a thirty yard punt. If they succeed they move on to a sixty yard punt for the chance to win an Ariens® snow thrower or lawnmower. |
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 | Kohl's Fan of the Game
Four randomly selected fans will be selected at every Packer home game to win Kohl's Gift Cards. |
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 | Kraft Best Seats in the House Sweepstakes
Watch the game from the "Best Seats in the House". Winners and a guest will watch the game from recliners in the stands. The area will also include a color TV and a fully catered picnic lunch. Entry forms available at participating retailers. |
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 | MasterCard Fan Photographer
All Associated Bank customers who make a signature-based transaction will automatically be entered into the sweepstakes. You and a guest will receive passes to be on the field for the Packers warm-up to take pictures that will be posted on Packers.com. |
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 | Miller Lite End Zone
Watch for Miller promotions throughout the season for a chance to be part of this exciting section. |
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 | Nicolet Water Boy/Girl Sweepstakes
Win a chance to be the Official Water Boy/Girl of the Green Bay Packers. Children between the ages of 8 and 14 may enter by sending in an official entry form available at participating retailers. |
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 | Novartis "Blood Pressure Success Zone"
Stop by the Novartis "Blood Pressure Success Zone" located in the Atrium to have your blood pressure screened. While you are there be sure to pick up information on how you can be eligible to win Packers home game tickets, Packers Pro Shop gift cards and a trip for 2 to the Packers away game in Jacksonville!
To learn more about the program, visit www.packers.bpsuccesszone.com |
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 | Operation Fan Mail
The Green Bay Packers and Festival Foods this season are recognizing military families separated by active duty with a new program, 'Operation Fan Mail.' The families will be recognized on the field during home pregame activities.
To choose families, the Packers and Festival Foods are asking interested families, or friends of eligible families, to submit an essay, 500 words or less, on why a particular family should be saluted. Essays can be sent to: Operation Fan Mail, P.O. Box 10628, Green Bay, WI, 54307-0628, or by clicking here. |
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 | Shopko Kickoff Kid promotion
Packer fans 12 and under can win the opportunity of a lifetime: Packers Honorary Kickoff Kid! One lucky fan will be selected for each 2006 home game to run onto the field after the Packers first kickoff to retrieve the tee. Each winner will receive the opportunity to be on the field during pre-game warm-ups, four (4) game tickets for the winner and his/her family, and a Packers Goodie Bag. Visit participating Shopko stores for your chance to win! |
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 | Verizon Jr. Captain
For every home game one lucky Packers fan between the ages of 7 and 14 is selected to be the Verizon Jr. Captain of the game and join the team captains on the field during the coin toss. Sign up at participating Verizon Wireless locations. verizonwireless.com |
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