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They Said It: the week of June 29
Packers' linebackers coach Kevin Greene , quoted in the Green Bay Press-Gazette praising LB Brady Poppinga's work ethic: "Brady's a glass eater.
Five Keys to the Packers Returning to the Playoffs
On ESPN's NFL Live Monday, June 29, 2009, both analysts said Green Bay was the non-playoff team from 2008 most likely to make the playoffs in 2009.
Green Bay Packers consider LB Brady Poppinga's worth
The Green Bay Packers are going to need nine or 10 linebackers for their new 3-4 defense, but do they need one who's making $1.9 million as a backup? That's a question General Manager Ted Thompson will have to ponder when it comes to determining Brady Poppinga's worth this season.
Communication at core of Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Dom Capers' philosophy
There are hundreds, maybe thousands of nuances to Dom Capers' defense. Yet one thing above all else is critical, the Green Bay Packers' new defensive coordinator believes, to making his scheme work.
Recession hasn't sacked Pack, but officials wary
Green Bay Packers linebackers Brady Poppinga , right, and Aaron Kampman , left, run drills during practice at Clarke Hinkle Field in Ashwaubenon, Wis., on Wednesday, June 3, 2009.
After missing the first three weeks of OTAs with a hamstring injury, rookie outside linebacker Clay Matthews saw limited action on the right side this past week.
Packers With Something to Prove: Players to Watch in Training Camp
Mini-camp is not so much a time for evaluation as it is for installation. As the coaching staff attempts to make their installations to the offensive, defensive, and special teams systems, players are expected to first get a grasp in the classroom... by Alex Petakas 43 reads Preview/Prediction Mini-camp is not so much a time for evaluation as it is ...
Thanks to everyone for bearing with us through a mailbag software conversion that might have deleted a few of your questions around midweek.
Kampman's silence could be telling
Aaron Kampman said nothing. And in many ways, that said it all. Kampman, the Green Bay Packers' best defensive player and one of the team's most thoughtful and loquacious speakers, has gone into a cave.
Reports: Kampman Unhappy With Position Change
Green Bay Packers veteran pass rusher Aaron Kampman has repeatedly declined to discuss being shifted to outside linebackerA from defensive end in the team's new 3-4 scheme,A and reports have surfaced thatA Kampman is not happy with the change.
Hesitant Kampman again refuses to talk
It might be time to start worrying about Aaron Kampman. The Packers' seven-year veteran again declined to speak to the media today about his move from defensive end to outside linebacker in the team's new 3-4 scheme.
Realistic Expectations for the 2009 Green Bay Packers
Much like last season, Green Bay's focus, whether you like it or not, might be on Brett Favre.
Packers: Transition to 3-4 Biggest Question for Defense
After seeing their defense riddled by injuries and horrendous play, it was clear something needed a change... Packers: Transition to 3-4 Biggest Question for Defense by kevin roberts 2 reads Preview/Prediction After seeing their defense riddled by injuries and horrendous play, it was clear something needed a change.
Having fun fielding questions were, from left, Packer President/CEO Mark Murphy, linebacker Brady Poppinga, safety Nick Collins, and wide receiver Jordy Nelson.
Our view: Cheers to Packers visit, mobile crisis unit, nurses and nursing homes
The Green Bay Packers Tailgate Tour gets cheers from the editorial board and residents in the Marshfield area for making stops this week to put smiles on people's faces.
Green Bay Packers Nick Collins and Jordy Nelson joke with a large crowd at The Barn Wednesday in Platteville, Wis., during a stop on the Packers' 2009 Tailgate Tour.
Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune
Packers LB Poppinga enjoys spotlight
Brady Poppinga didn't always act this way. The Green Bay Packers linebacker wasn't this funny.
Packers Tailgate Tour Stops in Western Wisconsin
The Green Bay Packers 2009 Tailgate Tour made a couple of surprise stops Tuesday in Western Wisconsin as the Tour made their way to Hudson.
Poppinga "very happy" Matthews was drafted
May. 12, 2009 11:48 a.m. Green Bay - Linebacker Brady Poppinga must be thinking, "OK, what next?" Last year, the only free agent the Packers brought in was at his position -- Brandon Chillar.
Packers Daily Briefing 05.11.09: Collins speaks
May. 11, 2009 2:33 p.m. The late appearance of the PDB is due to me -- surprise, surprise -- doing some actual work that didn't involve BLF this morning.