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Packers, Bidding To Bolster Backfield, Agree To Terms With Former Raven Jason Brookins

Fri, 31 May 2002 16:58:04 CST

Moving to upgrade their depth behind Ahman Green at running back, the Green Bay Packers have agreed to terms on a two-year contract with former Baltimore Raven Jason Brookins, GM/Head Coach Mike Sherman announced today.

Brookins had become a free agent on May 20 when the Ravens rescinded their "exclusive rights" contract offer to the second-year professional.

The 26-year-old Lane College alumnus was the Ravens' second-leading rusher as a first-year player in 2001 - in both the regular season and the playoffs - following the season-ending knee injury suffered by starter Jamal Lewis during the preseason. He gained 551 yards in 151 attempts, a 3.6-yard average, and scored 5 touchdowns while starting 3 of 12 games during the regular season. Brookins also caught 6 passes for 45 yards, a 7.5-yard average, and had one kickoff return for 23 yards.

In Baltimore's two postseason games, he rushed 14 times for 71 yards, a 5.1-yard average, and posted one pass recepti..

Tarver and Goodman Assist In Win

Thu, 30 May 2002 18:21:22 CST

Cornerback Hurley Tarver had one interception with a 30-yard return and an additional pass defensed in the Scottish Claymores' 17-13 win against the Amsterdam Admirals last weekend. The Central Oklahoma product added three
tackles and a special teams stop in the Claymores' fourth victory.

Also in the Claymores' win, running back Herbert Goodman rushed for 86 yards on 21 carries. The Claymores have a 4-0 record when Goodman carries the ball 20 or more times and currently ranks third in NFLEL rushing with 541 yards on 132 carries.

Linebacker Paris Lenon started for the Amsterdam Admirals and registered five tackles, one pass defensed and a special teams stop in the 17-13 loss to Scotland.

Running back Joey Dozier started this past weekend for the Frankfurt Galaxy and recorded a 13-yard kickoff return in a 31-10 loss to F.C. Barcelona while offensive lineman Tim Stuber started for the Dragons in their second victory of the season.

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Goodman Sets Season-High In Victory

Thu, 23 May 2002 19:01:25 CST

Running back Herbert Goodman carried the ball a season-high 26 times for 95 yards in the Scottish Claymores' 17-7 win over the Rhein Fire last weekend. The Florida native added four receptions for 24 yards in the second consecutive Claymore victory and currently ranks third in NFLEL rushing with 451 yards on 111 carries. Cornerback Hurley Tarver started for the Scottish Claymores and posted four tackles and a pass defensed against Rhein.

Linebacker Paris Lenon started for the Amsterdam Admirals and registered three tackles and a special teams stop in the 21-19 loss against the Frankfurt Galaxy.

Offensive lineman Tim Stuber (F.C. Barcelona) started this past weekend in a 24-17 loss to Berlin, the third straight win for the Thunder and running back Joey Dozier (Frankfurt) saw action in the 21-19 win against Amsterdam, the team's second straight victory. Offensive lineman Ed Kehl saw action with the Rhein Fire in a 17-7 loss to the Scottish Claymores.

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Packers Add Super Bowl Experience, Sign Veteran LB Robert Jones

Thu, 23 May 2002 18:42:23 CST

Adding Super Bowl experience and quality depth to the defense, the Green Bay Packers have signed veteran linebacker Robert Jones, a 10-year pro, to a one-year contract as a free agent, GM/Head Coach Mike Sherman announced today.

The 32-year-old Jones, who collected three Super Bowl rings while with the Dallas Cowboys during his NFL career, is expected to contend for a starting position at both of the Packers' inside linebacker positions - with second-year pro Torrance Marshall at the "middle" position and/or with Nate Wayne at the weak side position.

Jones, 6-1 and 246 pounds, has started 128 of a possible 150 games during his career, which has included four seasons with Dallas (1992-95), two with the St.. Louis Rams (1996-97) , three with the Miami Dolphins (1998-2000) and the 2001 campaign with the Washington Redskins.

Along the way, he has started all 16 contests in four different seasons (1994, 1998-2000), and from 12 to 15 games in four of his other si..

Sherman To Open Packers' Final Mini-Camp June 3; 80 Players Expected

Thu, 23 May 2002 13:16:08 CST

With approximately 80 players expected to take part, GM/Head Coach Mike Sherman will launch the Green Bay Packers' final offseason mini-camp on Clarke Hinkle Field the week of June 3.

The camp will open Monday, June 3 and continue through June 7, before breaking for the weekend (June 8-9). It then will resume Monday, June 10, for three more days, with the last practice set for Wednesday, June 12.

All practices will begin at 11 a.m. except on Friday, June 7, which has been reserved for a team function, and on the final day, June 12, when a 10 a.m. workout will complete the camp agenda.

The players' schedule also includes team and position meetings - the latter both morning and afternoon on most days - plus weight training and conditioning.

All practices are scheduled to be held on Clarke Hinkle Field, weather and field conditions permitting. If it becomes necessary to move into the Don Hutson Center, practice will be closed to the public because o..

Ahman Green Recognized As MVP At Packer Hall Of Fame Banquet

Packer Hall of Fame Release — Tue, 21 May 2002 09:11:51 CST

Ahman Green, the 2001 Green Bay Packers' most valuable player, will be honored at the 32nd annual Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame Induction Banquet Saturday, July 13, 2002 at the KI Convention Center, downtown Green Bay.

Green was selected to his first-ever Pro Bowl after he finished second in the NFC in both rushing yards (1,387) and total yards from scrimmage (1,981) - both career highs. Green finished fourth in NFC scoring among non-kickers with 11 touchdowns (9 rushing, 2 receiving). Green was also Green Bay's leading receiver with 62 catches (594 yards and 2 TDs). He became just the third player in team history to post two or more consecutive 1,000-yard seasons, joining Jim Taylor and John Brockington.

Former Packers wide receiver Sterling Sharpe and team photographer Vernon Biever will be inducted into the Packer Hall of Fame at this year's banquet, Saturday, July 13 at the KI Convention Center. Cocktails are at 5:30 p.m., dinner and program will begin at 7..

Packers To Present Three Premiers Of 2001 Highlights Film

Tue, 21 May 2002 09:08:43 CST

The Green Bay Packers will present three premieres of the team's 2001 highlights film, "A Special Team, a Storied Town," next week, it was announced today.

The first will be held at the Packer Hall of Fame next Tuesday evening, May 28, starting at 7 o'clock. Offensive tackle Mark Tauscher, a standout performer in his second pro campaign, will be present to discuss the team's outlook for the 2002 National Football League season, his views on his prospective contributions to the cause, answer fans' questions and sign
autographs. Tauscher played a major role as the Packers' offensive line permitted opponents only 22 sacks over the 16-game schedule, the team's lowest total since 1974.

The second premiere has been scheduled at the Tailgators in Escanaba, Mich., next Wednesday evening, May 29. Co-sponsored by WDBC Radio and the Escanaba Daily Press, the program is scheduled to begin at 7 o'clock, EDT. Defensive back Antuan Edwards, the Packers' first-round draft c..

2002 Training Camp Practice Schedule

Tue, 21 May 2002 09:11:46 CST

ALL DATES AND TIMES ARE TENTATIVE.

*Any practices moved inside to the Don Hutson Center due to inclement weather, poor field conditions or for other reasons will be closed to the public due to space limitations. All other practices will be open to the public unless indicated otherwise. Practices will rotate between Clarke Hinkle Field (adjacent to Oneida Street) and Ray Nitschke Field (across the street from the Resch Center on Packer Drive) on a periodic basis. DateMorning PracticeAfternoon PracticeTues., July 23Rookies and First-Year Players travel - no practiceWed., July 24no practice2:30 - 3:45 p.m. (shorts)Thurs., July 2510:30 - 11:45 a.m. (shorts)2:30 - 3:45 p.m. (shorts)Thurs., July 25Veteran Players travelFri., July 26physical testing - no practice scheduledDateMorning PracticeAfternoon PracticeSat., July 278:45 - 11:25 a.m. (pads)2:45 - 4:40 p.m. (pads)Sun., July 288:45 - 11:25 a.m. (pads)2:45 - 4:40 p.m. (shells)Mon., Ju..

Packers Sign QB Brady, Nation's Offense Leader In '01, As Free Agent

Fri, 10 May 2002 12:48:49 CST

The Green Bay Packers have signed quarterback Marcus Brady of Cal State Northridge, the nation's total offense leader in 2001, as an undrafted free agent, GM/Head Coach Mike Sherman announced today.

Brady, a 6-foot, 191-pound San Diego native, last season averaged 363.2 yards per game to lead all collegiate quarterbacks in the nation. In the process, he closed out his collegiate career as his school's all-time leader in almost every passing category - completions (1,039), attempts (1,680), percentage (61.8), yards (12,479) and touchdowns (109). All are likely to remain all-time Cal State Northridge records, the institution having dropped football as a competitive sport since the 2001 season ended. Brady's attempts and completions totals also were all-time NCAA Division I-AA records.

Brady highlighted his pacesetting '01 senior season by unfurling 34 touchdown passes, a school single-season record, while passing for a career-high 3,355 yards, based on 257 completio..

Tarver Leads Claymores On Defense

Fri, 10 May 2002 12:47:05 CST

Hurley Tarver started for the Scottish Claymores and led the team with 8 tackles and added a special teams stop in the 14-10 loss to the Frankfurt Galaxy this past weekend. Herbert Goodman also started for Scotland and rushed for 7 yards and was one of only four Claymores to catch a pass against the Galaxy.

Paris Lenon started for the Amsterdam Admirals and had 7 tackles in the 28-9 loss to the Berlin Thunder, as Berlin notched their first win of the season. John Gilmore also started for Amsterdam and registered one tackle in the defeat, the Admirals' second consecutive setback.

Tim Stuber (F.C. Barcelona) and Joey Dozier (Frankfurt) started over the weekend for their respective teams. Offensive lineman Ed Kehl saw action with the Rhein Fire in the 31-3 victory over F.C. Barcelona.

As NFL Europe heads into Week 5, the Frankfurt Galaxy is the only undefeated team after four weeks of play.

WEEK FOUR RESULTS
Berlin Thunder 28, Amsterdam ..

Packers Sign LB Hollingshed As Free Agent, Waive QB Meyer

Wed, 08 May 2002 12:37:28 CST

The Green Bay Packers have signed University of Georgia linebacker Adrian Hollingshed as an undrafted free agent, GM/Head Coach Mike Sherman announced today.

Sherman also announced that quarterback Dave Meyer has been placed on waivers.

The 24-year-old Hollingshed, 6-2 and 245 pounds, was primarily a middle linebacker over his collegiate career, starting 11 games there in 1998 before being transferred to defensive end in 1999. Sidelined for all but two games in 1999 because of a shoulder injury, he subsequently was employed as a backup middle linebacker in both 2000 (9 games) and 2001 (11 games).

The newcomer has been assigned jersey number 41.

Meyer, 6-3 and 208 pounds, Virginia Tech's No. 2 quarterback over the 1998, '99 and 2000 seasons, had been signed as a free agent April 4. Originally signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent April 27, 2001,
he later was placed on waivers July 31 and was out of football for the balance..

Goodman, Tarver Start In Claymores Loss

Fri, 03 May 2002 12:26:38 CST

Herbert Goodman started for the Scottish Claymores and rushed for 58 yards on 15 carries, and added a 12-yard reception in a 16-9 loss to the Frankfurt Galaxy this past weekend. He continues to be among the league's top rushers with 251 yards in three weeks. Hurley Tarver also started for the Claymores and had an interception and four tackles.

Joey Dozier started at fullback for Frankfurt and slightly injured his ankle in the victory over the Claymores. He's day-to-day, according to coaches.

Paris Lenon started for the Amsterdam Admirals and had four tackles and two special teams stops in a 30-27 loss to F.C. Barcelona. He also notched his season's second interception. John Gilmore registered one tackle for Amsterdam.

Offensive linemen Ed Kehl (Rhein) and Tim Stuber (F.C. Barcelona) also saw action over the weekend for their respective teams.

As NFL Europe heads into Week 4, the Berlin Thunder remains winless after losing at home to the Rhein Fire..

Marco Rivera Invited To White House For Cinco De Mayo Reception

NFL Press Release — Thu, 02 May 2002 12:22:42 CST

Nine Hispanic National Football League representatives will join President George W. Bush at the White House Friday for a Cinco de Mayo Reception.

Cinco de Mayo (May 5) is a national holiday in Mexico, marking the triumph of the "spirit of freedom" for the people of Mexico.

The President and First Lady Laura Bush will attend the event along with other invited guests. The reception, in the East Room of the White House, will be held on Friday at 2:00 PM ET.

The Hispanic NFL representatives will be San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jeff Garcia, Atlanta Falcons center Roberto Garza, St. Louis Rams center Frank Garcia and Rams Player Personnel Programs Coordinator Ray Ogas, Green
Bay Packers guard Marco Rivera, Cincinnati Bengals guard Victor Leyva, San Diego Chargers linebacker Zeke Moreno, Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Juan Castillo and Eagles linebackers coach Ron Rivera.

"This is just an unbelievable honor," said the 49ers' Garcia. "I..

Martin, Jue To Be Honored At Packer Hall Of Fame Banquet

Packer Hall of Fame Release — Wed, 01 May 2002 12:19:55 CST

The 2001 Green Bay Packers' offensive and defensive rookies of the year will be honored at the 32nd annual Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame Induction Banquet Saturday, July 13, 2002 at the KI Convention Center, downtown Green Bay.

The offensive rookie of the year is tight end David Martin who was a sixth-round pick out of Tennessee. Martin was clearly one of the brightest surprises in last year's training camp after moving from his collegiate position of wide receiver. Martin finished the season with 13 receptions for 144 yards and 1 touchdown. He also had 4 tackles on special teams.

The defensive rookie of the year is Bhawoh Jue, a third-round draft pick from Penn State. Jue saw action in 15 games and started the last 7 at strong safety after LeRoy Butler was injured and lost for the season. Jue finished with 39 tackles, 2 interceptions and 1 forced fumble.

Former Packers wide receiver Sterling Sharpe and team photographer Vernon Biever will be inducted ..

Packers Foundation Awards $116,725 In Grants; Total Passes $1 Million

Wed, 01 May 2002 12:15:55 CST

Reaching a major financial milestone in the process, the Green Bay Packers Foundation has awarded $116,725 in grants to 52 civic and charitable groups throughout the state of Wisconsin in its annual distribution of funds, Carl Kuehne, Foundation committee chairman, announced today.

With the latest disbursements, the Foundation surpassed the million-dollar level in grants, having distributed $1,003,401 for charitable purposes since it was established in 1986 by Judge Robert J. Parins, then president of the Packers Corporation, "as a vehicle to assure continued contributions to charity."

Coupled with additional grants from the National Football League, awarded locally through the efforts of the team's community relations department and the Foundation, the Packers organization was responsible for the distribution of $362,000 in grants to the Green Bay community and the state in 2001, Kuehne noted.

The NFL grants distrib..