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Packers Add Herron, Re-Sign Franz; Thornburg On I.R.

Wed, 30 Nov 2005 13:42:15 CST

The Green Bay Packers Wednesday signed running back Noah Herron from the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad, re-signed safety Todd Franz and placed safety Jeremy Thornburg on injured reserve. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, announced the transactions.

Herron, a 5-foot-11, 224-pound rookie out of Northwestern, entered the league as Pittsburgh's final 2005 draft choice, the Steelers' second of two selections in the seventh round. A versatile back who also returned kickoffs in college, Herron played in two games this year, including his NFL debut in a season-opening win vs. Tennessee, Sept. 11. He recorded his only three carries, for 2 yards, that afternoon in a 34-7 victory. Waived Sept. 23 and re-signed to Pittsburgh's practice squad four days later, Herron had also posted one special teams tackle. He is No. 23 on the Packers roster.

The Chicago Tribune's Big Ten 'Back of the Year,' Herron as a 2004 senior ..

Garcia, Nickel and Harris To Present At 'Football 101, An NFL Workshop For Women'

Wed, 30 Nov 2005 14:45:59 CST

WTMJ-TV'S JESSIE GARCIA AND MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL'S LORI NICKEL TO PRESENT AT 'FOOTBALL 101, AN NFL WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN,' DEC. 5; PACKERS CORNERBACK AL HARRIS ALSO TO PRESENT AT CLINIC

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The Green Bay Packers Wednesday announced that WTMJ-TV's Jessie Garcia, a sideline reporter for Packers preseason game telecasts, and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Lori Nickel, a Packers beat reporter, will be featured presenters at 'Football 101, An NFL Workshop for Women,' Dec. 5.

Packers players Al Harris, Colin Cole, Craig Nall and B.J. Sander will participate in the evening's activities as well.

An interactive and entertaining evening geared for women to learn the basics of football, 'Football 101' will take place on the Associated Bank Club Level at the Lambeau Field Atrium and in the Don Hutson Center. Cost fo..

All-Pro Dad To Feature Davis, Poppinga and Sanders

Tue, 29 Nov 2005 17:37:25 CST

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Packers players Rob Davis and Brady Poppinga, along with Packers defensive ends coach Bob Sanders, will be featured speakers Dec. 10 at the 'All Pro Dad Fathers and Kids Experience,' a program that celebrates the family and being a good father.

The program takes place on Lambeau Field Atrium's Associated Bank Club Level and at the Don Hutson Center. Among the activities scheduled for the afternoon are interactive games for kids at the Don Hutson Center and a presentation, "10 Ways to be an All Pro Dad," by All Pro Dad president Mark Merrill.

Davis, Poppinga and Sanders, themselves fathers, will take part in the presentation and share their thoughts and practices on being 'All Pro' dads. The three 'Packers Dads' also will join the other dads and kids for fun at the Hutson Center.

The afternoon's agenda is as follows:
1 p.m. - Registration, Don Hutson Cent..

Download The Packers-Bears Week 13 Dope Sheet

Tue, 29 Nov 2005 15:48:04 CST

Two years after he co-founded the Packers with Curly Lambeau, George Calhoun began writing a piece called The Dope Sheet, which served as the official press release and game program from 1921-24.

Honoring Calhoun, the first publicity director, the Packers are running this weekly feature as their release, which is being made available to fans exclusively on Packers.com.

A complete edition of the Dope Sheet will be available each week during the season in PDF format, located in the Packers.com Game Centers.

Here are some highlights from the Week 13 Dope Sheet:

THIS WEEK'S NOTABLE STORYLINES:
-Facing an uphill battle against the league's top-ranked defense, Green Bay bids for a win in the NFL rivalry with the richest history. The teams meet for the 169th time (170th contest, including playoffs).

-With a 12th consecutive road win at Chicago, the Packers can match the NFL record, shared by the L.A. Rams (at San Francisco, 1969..

Samkon Gado Nominated For rookie Of The Week

Tue, 29 Nov 2005 10:18:06 CST

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Quarterback RYAN FITZPATRICK of the St. Louis Rams, running back SAMKON GADO of the Green Bay Packers, defensive back REYNALDO HILL of the Tennessee Titans, defensive tackle C.J. MOSLEY of the Minnesota Vikings and defensive back CARLOS ROGERS of the Washington Redskins, are the finalists for DIET PEPSI NFL ROOKIE OF THE WEEK honors for games played on November 27-28, the NFL announced today.

Fans can vote for one of these five players on NFL.com beginning Tuesday morning and ending on Thursday to determine the DIET PEPSI NFL ROOKIE OF THE WEEK. The DIET PEPSI NFL ROOKIE OF THE WEEK will be announced Thursday afternoon on NFL.com.

After the regular season, five players will be nominated for Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year honors. Fans can vote for the winner on NFL.com throughout the month of January. The winner will be announced at a press conference at Super ..

Final Supply Of Pink Hats Available At Packers Pro Shop

Mon, 28 Nov 2005 17:00:32 CST

POPULAR FUND-RAISING HATS NOT LIKELY TO LAST THROUGH WEEK; ALSO AVAILABLE THROUGH MANY AMERICAN FAMILY AGENTS STATEWIDE

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Packers Breast Cancer Caps remain available at the Packers Pro Shop, but if supporters of the campaign are interested in purchasing one, they are advised to do so in the next few days as this final shipment is not likely to last through the week.

Kate Hogan, the Packers' director of retail operations, said the final stock is on the shelves now.

"We wanted people to know that we're down to our last supply of caps for the campaign," Hogan said. "A fair number are available, but with the holiday shopping season in full swing, they'll probably be gone in a few days.

"We're very, very thankful and appreciative of the tremendous support this campaign has ..

Al Harris Prepares To Face Former Team

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Fri, 25 Nov 2005 18:03:57 CST

When the Philadelphia Eagles traded then No. 3 cornerback Al Harris and a fourth-round draft pick to the Green Bay Packers for a second-round draft pick in 2003, Eagles head coach Andy Reid did so with some reluctance.

"Our defensive coaches didn't want to see him go," Reid said. "We considered him a starter when he was here."

As the Packers' No. 1 cornerback, Harris has started every game since coming to Green Bay three years ago. In the middle of one of his best seasons, he has 32 tackles, three sacks, two interceptions, 11 passes defended and a forced fumble this season.

While the Packers' shutdown cornerback will face his former team on Sunday, he said this weekend's game does not carry special significance.

"I'm just trying to contribute to a win. It doesn't matter who we face," Harris said. "I always look at it like it's the Green Bay Packers versus the Philadelphia Eagles, not Al Harris versus the Philadelphia Eagles."

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Packers Promote Wishom, Place Horton On I.R.

Wed, 23 Nov 2005 16:29:01 CST

The Green Bay Packers Wednesday placed Jason Horton on injured reserve and promoted Jerron Wishom from the practice squad to the active roster. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, made the announcement.

In addition, the team re-signed fullback Greg Hanoian to take Wishom's place on the practice squad.

Horton, a 6-foot, 190-pound cornerback out of North Carolina A&T, had been bothered by a sprained shoulder since early in training camp. He aggravated the injury at Minnesota Oct. 23 and appeared on the Packers injury report the following week. The second-year player, originally signed by Green Bay as a nondrafted free agent in 2004, played in nine of 10 games this season, posting eight tackles (six solo) and seven more on special teams.

Wishom, a 6-foot, 197-pound cornerback from Louisiana Tech, had signed to the Packers' practice squad Sept. 13. The rookie entered the NFL in May as a nondrafted free ag..

Voting In Progress For Packers FAN Hall Of Fame

Wed, 23 Nov 2005 16:11:35 CST

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Voting is underway to select the eighth member of the Packers FAN Hall of Fame.

Last month, Packers fans were asked to nominate themselves or a friend for the honor with an essay of 500 words or less, accompanied by a photo, telling why they should be recognized.

From those nominations, 10 finalists were selected by the Packers FAN Hall of Fame selection committee, comprised of members of the Packers front office and the Packers Hall of Fame Board of Directors.

This year's 10 finalists are:
-Rudy Carmenaty, Massapequa Park, N.Y.
-Caroline B. Comella, Appleton, Wis.
-Bob Esch, Caledonia, Minn.
-Jeff Kahlow, Fond du Lac, Wis.
-Kathy Lazzaro, Milwaukee.
-Patrick Finkler, Reading, Mass.
-Thomas P. Hay, Sun Prairie, Wis.
-Frank Parks, Newfield, N.J.
-Ray Schrader, Wabeno, Wis.
-April Skony, Jupiter,..

Packers Waive Lucas, Little

Tue, 22 Nov 2005 17:50:40 CST

The Green Bay Packers Tuesday waived wide receiver Chad Lucas and safety Earl Little, and released fullback Greg Hanoian from the practice squad. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, made the announcement.

Lucas, promoted from the practice squad Nov. 9 to provide depth at wide receiver, made his NFL debut four days later at Atlanta. The team listed him as inactive Monday vs. Minnesota.

Little, an eighth-year veteran who had signed as a free agent during the offseason, had been placed on injured reserve (hamstring) prior to the Cincinnati contest last month. Before the injury, he posted two tackles in the team's first four games.

Download The Packers-Eagles Week 12 Dope Sheet

Tue, 22 Nov 2005 15:53:19 CST

Two years after he co-founded the Packers with Curly Lambeau, George Calhoun began writing a piece called The Dope Sheet, which served as the official press release and game program from 1921-24.

Honoring Calhoun, the first publicity director, the Packers are running this weekly feature as their release, which is being made available to fans exclusively on Packers.com.

A complete edition of the Dope Sheet will be available each week during the season in PDF format, located in the Packers.com Game Centers.

Here are some highlights from the Week 12 Dope Sheet:

THIS WEEK'S NOTABLE STORYLINES:
-The snake-bitten Packers need a win to keep alive the NFL's longest current streak of non-losing seasons. A ninth loss would clinch Green Bay's first sub-.500 record since 1991.

-Two of the most prominent members of the Mike Holmgren coaching tree, good friends Andy Reid and Mike Sherman, square off for the fifth time. Sherman earned h..

Reggie White Among Hall of Fame Modern-Era Semifinalist

Tue, 22 Nov 2005 11:10:41 CST

Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman and perennial All-Pro defensive end Reggie White are among the six first-year eligible players who head the list of 25 semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2006. The Hall of Fame's Board of Selectors chose the 25 semifinalists from the recently announced list of 112 preliminary nominees.

The list of 25 semifinalists will be reduced by mail ballot to 13 modern-era candidates. That list will then increase to 15 finalist nominees with the inclusion of the two recommended candidates of the Hall of Fame's Seniors Committee. This year's Seniors Committee nominees, who were announced in August, are former Oakland Raiders coach John Madden, and Cowboys tackle Rayfield Wright. The Seniors Committee reviews the qualifications of those players, coaches, and contributors whose careers took place more than 25 years ago. The list of 15 finalists for the Class of 2006 will be announced in mid-January.

The..

Packers And WFCA Announce 2005 All-State Team

Mon, 21 Nov 2005 10:12:00 CST
The Green Bay Packers and the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association today announced the 2005 WFCA All-State Football Team.

Players receiving the honors were voted upon by members of the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association.

The Packers and the WFCA salute the young men receiving the honors and congratulate all players on another fine season of high school football.

Click here for a list of the first-team offense and defense, followed by players who received all-state honorable mention.

Storied Rivalry Renewed On Monday Night: Vikings-Packers At Lambeau Field

Thu, 17 Nov 2005 22:25:20 CST
It's Packers-Vikings at Lambeau Field on Monday night. What a way to end the week!

The storied rivals enter their always-intense matchup on the heels of big victories. For the visiting Vikings, it was a 24-21 triumph over the Giants in New York last Sunday, when they became the first team in history to score on an interception, kickoff and punt return in the same game.

For the Packers, it was topping Atlanta 33-25 behind rookie free-agent running back SAMKON GADO's 103 rushing yards and three touchdowns.

"It didn't surprise me," says quarterback BRETT FAVRE of Gado's performance. "In some ways, he came out of nowhere, but in some ways I did too. I told Sam this week, 'You just need the opportunity.'"

Gado hopes to keep it going Monday against one of the Packers' biggest rivals. And if recent history is an indication, the game is sure to be close. The past six regular-season meetings between the clubs have been decided by five points or less, ..

NFL.com Voters Select Gado As Rookie Of The Week

Thu, 17 Nov 2005 17:46:29 CST
Voters on NFL.com have made their choice. Running back Samkon Gado of the Green Bay Packers is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie Of The Week for games played on November 13-14, the NFL announced today.

Gado ran for 103 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries in the Packers' 33-25 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. He scored on touchdown runs of two and nine yards in his first NFL start. Gado also caught a one-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Brett Favre.

More than 42,680 fans voted this week on NFL.com. Gado was selected from among five finalists. The other finalists were defensive back Ellis Hobbs of the New England Patriots, wide receiver Matt Jones of the Jacksonville Jaguars, linebacker Lofa Tatapu of the Seattle Seahawks and cornerback Darrent Williams of the Denver Broncos.

After the regular season, five players will be nominated for Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year honors. Fans can vote for the winner on NFL.com throughout the month of January. The..

Marines To Collect 'Toys For Tots' During Monday Night Game

Thu, 17 Nov 2005 17:03:15 CST
The yearly 'Toys for Tots' campaign will take place prior to Monday night's Packers-Vikings game.

Fans attending the contest are asked to bring new, unwrapped toys which will be distributed by the Salvation Army to children in need this holiday season.

Members of the U.S. Marine Corps will be present at all gates leading into Lambeau Field to assist in collecting the toys.

Earlier collection efforts at Packers games this season have been well supported by fans.

In September, more than $200,000 was donated by the team and its fans to the American Red Cross' Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund. The New Orleans Saints game saw the Packers Women's Association collect more than $12,000 and 19,600 non-perishable food items for Paul's Pantry. More than 300 cell phones were collected at the Pittsburgh Steelers contest for the Verizon Wireless HopeLine program.

Vote For The 2006 NFL Pro Bowl!

Wed, 16 Nov 2005 16:28:15 CST
SEAHAWKS RB SHAUN ALEXANDER LEADS PRO BOWL CHARGE WITH FOUR WEEKS OF VOTING REMAINING; 33 MILLION VOTES CAST - UP 71 PERCENT

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Seattle Seahawks running back SHAUN ALEXANDER, with 499,289 votes, leads all NFL All-Stars in balloting for the 2006 Pro Bowl, NFL.com announced today. Presented by Sprint, Pro Bowl voting will continue on NFL.com, in stadiums and via the Sprint wireless service through Tuesday, December 13.

There have been 33.1 million votes cast on NFL.com and via the Sprint wireless service - a 71 percent increase over the 19.4 million cast last year at this point.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback PEYTON MANNING (495,931 votes) ranks second overall while San Diego Chargers running back LA DAINIAN TOMLINSON (493,589), Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver CHAD JOHNSON (456,188) and Chargers tight end ANTONIO GATES (454,100) round out the top five. ..

Packers Announce Five Practice Squad Moves

Wed, 16 Nov 2005 13:47:44 CST
The Green Bay Packers have signed Elliott Harris, Ruvell Martin and Tory Humphrey to the practice squad, and released Lyonel Anderson and Reggie Harrell. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, made the announcement Wednesday.

Harris, a 6-foot-3, 281-pound defensive end, played in college with Ahmad Carroll at Arkansas. The rookie originally signed as a nondrafted free agent with the Pittsburgh Steelers in May, but the team waived him at the end of the preseason. A four-year letterman, Harris played both tackle and end for the Razorbacks.

Martin, a 6-foot-4, 217-pound wide receiver out of Saginaw Valley State, entered the NFL as a rookie free agent signed by the San Diego Chargers after the '04 draft. Waived by San Diego in the preseason and out of football for the 2004 campaign, he re-signed with the Chargers in January and earned All-NFL Europe honors for the 2005 league champion Amsterdam Admirals.

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Samkon Gado Named NFC Offensive Player Of The Week; Barnett, Longwell Nominated

Wed, 16 Nov 2005 10:28:28 CST
Running back SAMKON GADO of the Green Bay Packers, safety DARREN SHARPER of the Minnesota Vikings and cornerback NATHAN VASHER of the Chicago Bears are the NFC Offensive, Defensive and Special Teams Players of the Week for games played the 10th week of the 2005 season (November 13-14), the NFL announced today.

OFFENSE: RB SAMKON GADO, GREEN BAY PACKERS
It was a very happy birthday for Green Bay Packers running back SAMKON GADO, who punctuated his 23rd birthday by playing a huge role in the Packers' 33-25 win against the Atlanta Falcons at the Georgia Dome. In his first career start, the rookie free agent rushed for 103 yards on 25 carries, scoring on touchdown runs of nine and two yards. Has also added four receptions, including a one-yard touchdown catch that gave Green Bay a 14-0 first quarter lead. Gado's three-touchdown performance was the first for a Packer rookie in more than a quarter of a century, since Pro Football Hall of Famer JAMES LOFTON equaled t..

Download The Packers-Vikings Week 11 Dope Sheet

Tue, 15 Nov 2005 18:20:00 CST
Two years after he co-founded the Packers with Curly Lambeau, George Calhoun began writing a piece called The Dope Sheet, which served as the official press release and game program from 1921-24.

Honoring Calhoun, the first publicity director, the Packers are running this weekly feature as their release, which is being made available to fans exclusively on Packers.com.

A complete edition of the Dope Sheet will be available each week during the season in PDF format, located in the Packers.com Game Centers.

Here are some highlights from the Week 11 Dope Sheet:

THIS WEEK'S NOTABLE STORYLINES:
-With memories of Antonio Freeman's incredible overtime catch to defeat the Vikings in 2000, Monday Night Football returns to Green Bay to televise one of the NFL's fiercest rivalries.

-Two clubs slow out of the gates are each coming off enormous road victories against quality teams.

-In the rain on Nov. 6, 2000, Freeman someho..

Ron Wolf To Sign Copies Of 'Green, Gold And Proud' At Packers Pro Shop Sunday

Tue, 15 Nov 2005 17:07:00 CST
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Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer Ron Wolf, the team's general manager from 1992 to 2000, will sign copies of the Packers' new coffee-table book, Green, Gold and Proud, at the Packers Pro Shop on Sunday, Nov. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m.

This Sunday's signing represents a great opportunity for fans to meet the Packers legend and pick up a special holiday gift.

Packed with hundreds of vivid, full-color photos that capture the true Packers experience, Green, Gold, and Proud takes fans from the raucous excitement of a game to the green and gold living rooms, cars, and shrines across the country. In addition to photos, the book is filled with many interesting stories of the team's wildly supportive fans throughout the nation.

Every copy of Green, Gold, and Proud comes with a DVD documentary titled, The Legend ..

Packers To Host 'All Pro Dad Fathers & Kids Experience' Dec. 10

Tue, 15 Nov 2005 16:58:30 CST
AFTERNOON TO FOCUS ON DADS AND KIDS, IMPORTANCE OF BEING A GOOD FATHER

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Of the countless Green Bay Packers fans, many, no doubt, are dads and their children who together take great pleasure in following the Green and Gold.

On Saturday afternoon, Dec. 10, on the Lambeau Field Atrium's Associated Bank Club Level and at the Don Hutson Center, dads and kids will have a chance to share another special experience with the Packers as the team hosts 'All Pro Dad Fathers and Kids Experience,' a program that celebrates the family and being a good father.

Among the activities scheduled for the day are interactive games for kids at the Don Hutson Center and a presentation, "10 Ways to be an All Pro Dad," by All Pro Dad president Mark Merrill.

The afternoon's agenda is as follows:
* 1 p.m. - Registration, Don Hutson Center; first 250 dads will receive T-shirt..

Samkon Gado Nominated For Rookie Of The Week

Tue, 15 Nov 2005 10:48:57 CST
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Running back Samkon Gado of the Green Bay Packers, defensive back Ellis Hobbs of the New England Patriots, wide receiver Matt Jones of the Jacksonville Jaguars, linebacker Lofa Tatupu of the Seattle Seahawks and cornerback Darrent Williams of the Denver Broncos, are the finalists for NFL Rookie of the Week honors for games played on November 13-14, the NFL announced Tuesday.

Fans can vote for one of these five players on NFL.com beginning Tuesday morning and ending on Thursday to determine the NFL Rookie of the Week. The NFL Rookie of the Week will be announced Thursday afternoon on NFL.com.

After the regular season, five players will be nominated for Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year honors. Fans can vote for the winner on NFL.com throughout the month of January. The winner will be announced at a press conference at Super Bowl XL in Detroit.

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Packers Promote CB Patrick Dendy From Practice Squad

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 17:57:41 CST
The Green Bay Packers Saturday promoted cornerback Patrick Dendy from the practice squad to the active roster. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, announced the addition.

Dendy, a 6-foot, 190-pound rookie from Rice, takes the 53rd slot on the Packers' roster, after the team placed running back Walt Williams (hamstring) on injured reserve Friday.

Originally signed by the Packers this past April, Dendy posted seven tackles and broke up one pass in preseason action before the team released him at the end of August. The Packers re-signed him one week later to their practice squad, where he had spent the season's first 10 weeks.

Out of football in 2004 while completing his economics degree at Rice, Dendy lettered four seasons (2000-03) for the Owls. A 29-game starter in college, he totaled 130 tackles and two interceptions.

Dendy is the fifth player promoted from the Packers' practice squad this..

KGB Has Become A Force Against The Run

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Fri, 11 Nov 2005 18:18:57 CST
During training camp defensive Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila began to figure out the Green Bay Packers' new defensive scheme.

"I just saw how it worked,"Gbaja-Biamila said. "The scheme was awesome."

The six-year NFL veteran has been soaking in the lessons ever since. And the player once labeled as a pure pass rusher has become a capable run stopper.

"There's no liability against the run," Head Coach Mike Sherman said. "He's playing the best football of his career right now."

After racking up 52 tackles during 16 games last year, Gbaja-Biamila already has 43 at the season's halfway point.

The Packers' new defensive alignment installed under defensive coordinator Jim Bates calls for their defensive ends to line up wide and at an angle against offensive lineman instead of directly over a tight end or offensive tackle. That tweak places Gbaja-Biamila in a better position to stop outsider runners.

Schematic changes are not the only reason for..

Packers Place RB Walt Williams On Injured Reserve

Fri, 11 Nov 2005 16:52:39 CST
The Green Bay Packers Friday placed Walt Williams on injured reserve with a hamstring injury. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, made the announcement.

Williams, a 6-foot-1, 215-pound running back from Grambling State, sustained the injury during practice on Nov. 10. Re-signed by the Packers on Oct. 25, he had played at Cincinnati (Oct. 30) and vs. Pittsburgh (Nov. 6), making one catch for 18 yards and one special teams stop.

A third-year player, Williams had spent the last two training camps, and the 2004 NFL Europe campaign, in the Packers organization. During the 2005 preseason, he caught four passes for 23 yards, including a 10-yard touchdown, and carried 17 times for 44 yards.

Hilbert's Moreau Named Named Packers High School Coach Of The Week

Thu, 10 Nov 2005 10:53:55 CST
Mike Moreau of Hilbert High School has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week for the final award of the 2005 season, the Packers announced Thursday.

The 2003 inductee to the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame has completed his 25th season of coaching the Wolves. He also served 16 years as athletics director and three years as an assistant coach. He is in his 31st year as physical education teacher at Division 7 Hilbert.

After coaching six teams to the state championship, winning three of those contests, Moreau finished with an amazing 205-56 career record. The Wolves finished the 2005 season 8-4 after losing to Pacelli, 7-0, in the third round of the Level III playoffs.

After playing as a prep under George Guisck at Iron Mountain (Mich.) High School he attended Northern Michigan University. Moreau oversees a varsity squad of 34 (68 players overall) assisted by Marty Podmolik, Stan Diedrich, Jason Grenzer, Mike Breckhe..

Packers Promote Lucas, Release Wallace, Re-Sign Butler

Wed, 09 Nov 2005 11:13:34 CST
The Green Bay Packers Wednesday promoted Chad Lucas from the practice squad, waived Taco Wallace and re-signed Vince Butler to take Lucas' place. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, announced the transactions.

Lucas, a 6-foot-1, 201-pound wide receiver from Alabama State, originally joined the club near the end of its organized team activity sessions in June. He spent training camp with the Packers, catching two preseason passes for 22 yards, then re-signed to the practice squad Sept. 5. Originally signed as a nondrafted free agent by the Titans in 2004, he also had a stint in the Arena Football League. He will remain No. 10 on the numerical roster.

Butler, a 6-foot, 195-pound wide receiver out of Northwestern Oklahoma State, also spent 2005 training camp with the Packers, but did not catch a pass in preseason action. He had been out of football since the team waived him in its final roster reduction. He will ..

Henderson To Sign Autographs To Raise Money For 'The Angel Fund'

Wed, 09 Nov 2005 10:41:01 CST
Packers All-Pro fullback William Henderson on December 10 will be raising money for 'The Angel Fund for Children with Cancer, Inc.'

For a donation to the charity, fans can receive Henderson's autograph at the Furniture & Appliance Outlet, located at 1180 Mid Valley Road in Green Bay, Wis., from 2-4 p.m.

All proceeds will be donated to 'The Angel Fund.'

The Angel Fund is dedicated to giving financial and social support to families residing in Northeastern Wisconsin whose children are receiving treatment for cancer or bone marrow.

Download The Packers-Falcons Week 10 Dope Sheet

Tue, 08 Nov 2005 15:45:24 CST
Two years after he co-founded the Packers with Curly Lambeau, George Calhoun began writing a piece called The Dope Sheet, which served as the official press release and game program from 1921-24.

Honoring Calhoun, the first publicity director, the Packers are running this weekly feature as their release, which is being made available to fans exclusively on Packers.com.

A complete edition of the Dope Sheet will be available each week during the season in PDF format, located in the Packers.com Game Centers.

Here are some highlights from the Week 10 Dope Sheet:

THIS WEEK'S NOTABLE STORYLINES:
-Victimized by a perilous streak of unfortunate circumstances, the Packers continue the search for their second win.

-Green Bay makes its first trip to the Georgia Dome in 13 years, ending the Packers' longest active stretch without an appearance in an NFC city.

-The last time the Packers played at Atlanta, Oct. 4, 1992, the G..

'Football 101, NFL Workshop for Women' Returns December 5 To Lambeau Field Atrium, Hutson Center

Tue, 08 Nov 2005 11:54:40 CST
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The Green Bay Packers on Dec. 5 again will host the popular 'Football 101, An NFL Workshop for Women.'

An interactive and entertaining evening geared for women to learn the basics of football, 'Football 101' will take place on the Associated Bank Club Level at the Lambeau Field Atrium and in the Don Hutson Center. Cost for the evening is $65.

The evening's activities include a welcome reception, a general lecture about football, a question-and-answer session with wives of Packers players, coaches and other personnel, a tour of Lambeau Field and a clinic and drills with Packers players at the Don Hutson Center.

The evening's agenda includes the following:

4 to 5 p.m. - registration, Associated Bank Club Level; hors d'oeuvres and refreshments.

5 to 5:45 p.m. - welcome and informative football lecture.

5:45 to 6:1..

Kaytee To Debut Promotional Program In Football

Thu, 03 Nov 2005 01:04:04 CST
KAYTEE ADDS NEW VALUE TO ROLE AS PROUD SPONSOR OF THE GREEN BAY PACKERS

KAYTEE Products, Inc., known for superior quality, reliable service and innovative new products, would like to announce a new retail promotion with the Green Bay Packers and local Wisconsin retailers.

This fall, KAYTEE will work with local retailers to create a "Family Fantasy Day Sweepstakes" where a family can win the ultimate VIP Game Day Experience by simply signing up at their local, participating store. The sweepstakes, held between October 28 and November 20, will be supported with football-themed end aisle displays.

"As a local manufacturer, we are proud to be involved in the Green Bay Packers promotion," said Jim Glassford, Vice President of Marketing for KAYTEE. "Everyone here at KAYTEE enjoys the football season and we're excited to be part of such an event."

"We are absolutely delighted to have KAYTEE as a new corporate partner. The family-oriented promotions..

Reedsburg's Beyer Named Named Packers High School Coach Of The Week

Thu, 03 Nov 2005 00:55:09 CST
Reedsburg High School's Clint Beyer has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced Thursday.

In his eighth year with the Beavers, second as head coach, Beyer has brought his varsity squad of 34 to the third round of the WIAA Division 3 playoffs. He inherited a team that hadn't won a game since the 2001 season. Reedsburg, a member of the Badger-North conference has accumulated an 8-3 record entering Saturday's fray against Rice Lake at 2 p.m.

Beyer came to Reedsburg after a two-year stint at Nekoosa High School. He is a graduate of University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, playing under Hall of Fame coach Roger Harring. He played for Tim Wilson at Plum City (Wis.) High School. In his 13th year as an educator, Beyer is currently the assistant principal at Webb Middle School.

Assisted by Eric Sukup, Mark Simon, Matt Delkamp, Brad Schultz, Brad Gawronski, Jason Young, Gary Syftestad, Jerry Griffin, Erik Rosholt, Dennis Birr, Russ..

S Nick Collins Nominated For Defensive Rookie Of The Month

Thu, 03 Nov 2005 14:13:00 CST
Tight end HEATH MILLER of the Pittsburgh Steelers and linebacker DE MARCUS WARE of the Dallas Cowboys are the NFL Offensive and Defensive Rookies of the Month for October, the NFL announced Thursday.

OFFENSE: TE HEATH MILLER, PITTSBURGH STEELERS
Pittsburgh's first-round pick HEATH MILLER from Virginia (No. 30 overall) caught 17 passes from his tight end position for 184 yards (10.8 avg.) and five TDs during the month and caught a season-high two TDs in the Steelers' 20-19 Monday Night win against Baltimore in Week 8. Miller leads all Steelers with six touchdowns, already accounting for the most in a season by a Steelers tight end since MARK BRUENER recorded six in 1997. Miller's six TD catches are tied for the most by an AFC tight end, helping Pittsburgh go 3-1 (.750) in the month. His 36 points lead all rookie non-kickers on the year. Miller has an active streak of four consecutive games (all in October) with a TD reception, tying the team record for tight en..

Packers Claim DB Thornburg On Waivers

Wed, 02 Nov 2005 17:26:12 CST
The Green Bay Packers Wednesday claimed defensive back Jeremy Thornburg on waivers from San Francisco, announced Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations.

Thornburg had joined San Francisco on Oct. 10 and posted four special teams tackles in two games played with the 49ers. He was waived by the team on Tuesday.

A native of Cathedral City, Calif., Thornburg initially signed with Philadelphia as a rookie free agent on April 29. He was inactive for the Eagles' first four games before being waived on Oct. 10.

The 6-foot, 196-pound defensive back led Northern Arizona in tackles his final two seasons. As a junior he garnered All-Big Sky honors after registering four interceptions.

Packers Waive CB Joey Thomas

Wed, 02 Nov 2005 13:31:34 CST
The Green Bay Packers Wednesday waived cornerback Joey Thomas. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, announced the transaction.

Thomas, a 6-foot-1, 190-pound second-year pro from Montana State, had made 16 tackles (12 solo) and three passes defensed in six game appearances this season, including one start (vs. Cleveland, Sept. 18). A third-round draft selection in 2004 by the Packers, Thomas saw action in 14 games last season and registered 15 tackles (13 solo), two passes defensed and six special teams stops.

Download The Packers-Steelers Week 9 Dope Sheet

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 17:20:31 CST
Two years after he co-founded the Packers with Curly Lambeau, George Calhoun began writing a piece called The Dope Sheet, which served as the official press release and game program from 1921-24.

Honoring Calhoun, the first publicity director, the Packers are running this weekly feature as their release, which is being made available to fans exclusively on Packers.com.

A complete edition of the Dope Sheet will be available each week during the season in PDF format, located in the Packers.com Game Centers.

Here are some highlights from the Week 9 Dope Sheet:

THIS WEEK'S NOTABLE STORYLINES:
-Under the leadership of Head Coach Mike Sherman and quarterback Brett Favre, the Packers continue to exhibit a steady outlook in their approach and perspective - something highly unexpected given the team's 1-6 start and substantial injuries.

-The Steelers return to Lambeau Field for the first time in a decade. It's also the teams' firs..

Packers Sign Three Players To Practice Squad

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 17:10:37 CST
The Green Bay Packers Tuesday added linebacker Atari Bigby, fullback Greg Hanoian and wide receiver Reggie Harrell to the practice squad, and released wide receiver Craig Bragg and linebacker Zac Woodfin. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, announced the moves.

Bigby, 5-foot-11, 218 pounds, originally signed with Miami as a non-drafted free agent on May 16 before being waived by the team on July 26. He was signed by the New York Jets on Aug. 11 and subsequently waived Sept. 4. A native of Jamaica, Bigby was a four-year letterman at Central Florida, where he registered career totals of 296 tackles, three interceptions and one sack.

Hanoian (6-foot-1, 249 pounds), also a rookie free agent, initially signed with Detroit on April 29 and was waived toward the end of the preseason (Aug. 31). He played linebacker, tight end and fullback at Syracuse and had a career average of 5.6 yards per carry.

Harrell, a ..