The Packers under GM Ted Thompson have always tried to retain their own valuable potential free agents rather than pull in outsiders. Them ya know is better than them ya don't...or something like that
That's why the Packers today issued qualifying tender offers to five of their own players: S Atari Bigby, CB Jarrett Bush, DE Jason Hunter, FB John Kuhn and WR Ruvell Martin. CB Tramon Williams, an exclusive-rights free agent, also was issued a one-year tender offer. Most of these offers are in the $1 million to $1.5 million range. Basically, the Packers reserve the right to match any offer each of these players might receive from another team by issuing these qualifying tenders. It's a preemptive strike before the free agency period begins at midnight tonight.
Who is on this list is as interesting as who isn't: WR Shaun Bodiford and TE Tory Humphrey. Bodiford is a player who always seemed to have a wealth of potential but he could never stay on the field; he's only played in six games over the last two seasons. Given that it would have cost the Pack a minimum of $1.01 million to continue to hope for that potential -- and given the depth of excellent receivers the Packers have on the squad already -- parting ways was the best option. As for Humphrey, his agent, Blake Baratz, is quoted as telling the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel that "The Packers seem to want him back and he wants to come back." Baratz and the Packers have apparently already had discussions about Humphrey's return.
You can read the Packers' brief announcement about the tender offers here.
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Thursday, February 26, 2009
Monday, September 22, 2008
Coach McCarthy: "The Dallas Cowboys are farther ahead than we are right now."
In the post-game post-mortem of the Packers' 27-16 loss to the Cowboys last night at Lambeau Field, Packers head coach Mike McCarthy stated, "The Dallas Cowboys are farther ahead than we are right now. And that's the facts. And it's Week 3. How far ahead? Time will answer that question."
Well, for starters, the Cowboys racked up over 200 yards rushing between the "thunder and lightening" duo of Marion Barber and Felix Jones. The 'boys huge offensive line continually got a push on the Packers, exposing what some have said is a lack of depth on the defensive line. The Cowboys were able to generate an average of 6.2 yards per carry on 35 rushes. They also got 13 of their 22 first downs via the run. Time of possession wasn't as large a gap as one might expect, however: 32:12 for Dallas and 27:48 for the Pack. But it's what each team did with their time that made the difference. And Dallas clearly did more.
The Cowboys converted 50 percent of their 3rd downs, while the Pack only converted 29 percent. The Packers "D" couldn't get the 'boys off the field and the Packers "O" couldn't stay on the field. That about sums up the game.
Aaron Rodgers didn't play badly and truth be told, he was under pressure for a good chunk of the game and was sacked five times. He finished 22 of 39 for 290 yards, with 0 TDs and 0 INTs. Rodgers also lost receiver James Jones to a sprained knee while one of his favorite targets, Ruvell Martin, wasn't even active for the game because of a fractured finger suffered during last week's game. That effectively short-circuited much of the Packers' passing attack options, forcing them into three-receiver sets while they prefer to use four as often as circumstances allow.
As pointed out several times by NBC commentator, video game guru, and Frank Caliendo character John Madden, the Packers had some early success on runs but got away from it, perhaps too soon. The Packers were able to run outside early, but then...? Brandon Jackson had a couple nice runs substituting for Ryan Grant. But it just didn't seem as if there was a commitment to the run at any point in the game.
The early warning indicator, though, on the outcome of the game came on its second play. Ryan Grant fumbled the ball and it was recovered by the Cowboys at the Packers' 14. Fortunately, the defense was able to hold the 'boys to a field goal. Still, things like this always seem to be a precursor of things -- usually bad -- to come.
The Pack also come out of this game a bit banged up. In addition to Jones, Al Harris, Nick Collins, and Nick Barnett all got dinged up. Jones is perhaps the one with the biggest question mark for next weekend against Tampa Bay.
More on the upcoming game later.
But, let's give props where they are due. Congrats to the 'boy from Burlington, Wisconsin, Tony Romo. With last night's road win, he goes to 13-2 in his first 15 road games as a starter. That ties him for the best ever number of wins (in this same stat category) with Daryle "The Mad Bomber" Lamonica. (More trivia: Lamonica was actually drafted by the Packers in the 12th round of the 1963 NFL draft. He was also drafted in the 24th round of the AFL draft that same year. He chose Buffalo. Guess he figured he'd have greater opportunity backing up Jack Kemp than Bart Starr. Still, it wasn't until Lamonica was traded to the Raiders in 1967 that he really flourished. Things do have a way of coming full circle though in an odd sort of way: Lamonica was the losing QB in Super Bowl II...to the Packers, as I'm sure you'll recall.)
Well, for starters, the Cowboys racked up over 200 yards rushing between the "thunder and lightening" duo of Marion Barber and Felix Jones. The 'boys huge offensive line continually got a push on the Packers, exposing what some have said is a lack of depth on the defensive line. The Cowboys were able to generate an average of 6.2 yards per carry on 35 rushes. They also got 13 of their 22 first downs via the run. Time of possession wasn't as large a gap as one might expect, however: 32:12 for Dallas and 27:48 for the Pack. But it's what each team did with their time that made the difference. And Dallas clearly did more.
The Cowboys converted 50 percent of their 3rd downs, while the Pack only converted 29 percent. The Packers "D" couldn't get the 'boys off the field and the Packers "O" couldn't stay on the field. That about sums up the game.
Aaron Rodgers didn't play badly and truth be told, he was under pressure for a good chunk of the game and was sacked five times. He finished 22 of 39 for 290 yards, with 0 TDs and 0 INTs. Rodgers also lost receiver James Jones to a sprained knee while one of his favorite targets, Ruvell Martin, wasn't even active for the game because of a fractured finger suffered during last week's game. That effectively short-circuited much of the Packers' passing attack options, forcing them into three-receiver sets while they prefer to use four as often as circumstances allow.
As pointed out several times by NBC commentator, video game guru, and Frank Caliendo character John Madden, the Packers had some early success on runs but got away from it, perhaps too soon. The Packers were able to run outside early, but then...? Brandon Jackson had a couple nice runs substituting for Ryan Grant. But it just didn't seem as if there was a commitment to the run at any point in the game.
The early warning indicator, though, on the outcome of the game came on its second play. Ryan Grant fumbled the ball and it was recovered by the Cowboys at the Packers' 14. Fortunately, the defense was able to hold the 'boys to a field goal. Still, things like this always seem to be a precursor of things -- usually bad -- to come.
The Pack also come out of this game a bit banged up. In addition to Jones, Al Harris, Nick Collins, and Nick Barnett all got dinged up. Jones is perhaps the one with the biggest question mark for next weekend against Tampa Bay.
More on the upcoming game later.
But, let's give props where they are due. Congrats to the 'boy from Burlington, Wisconsin, Tony Romo. With last night's road win, he goes to 13-2 in his first 15 road games as a starter. That ties him for the best ever number of wins (in this same stat category) with Daryle "The Mad Bomber" Lamonica. (More trivia: Lamonica was actually drafted by the Packers in the 12th round of the 1963 NFL draft. He was also drafted in the 24th round of the AFL draft that same year. He chose Buffalo. Guess he figured he'd have greater opportunity backing up Jack Kemp than Bart Starr. Still, it wasn't until Lamonica was traded to the Raiders in 1967 that he really flourished. Things do have a way of coming full circle though in an odd sort of way: Lamonica was the losing QB in Super Bowl II...to the Packers, as I'm sure you'll recall.)
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Receivers a-plenty! Jason Taylor in Packers' future?
As all good Packer fans know -- and, of course, that includes every reader of PackerFansUnited.com! -- the last team minicamp before summer training camp is currently underway. (Well, it actually finishes today.) As has been the case throughout the Spring OTAs, the coaches are getting a look at all the players, but especially the draft picks and free agents which are part of the squad. They're being assessed on not only their natural athletic ability but also their ability to pick up the Packers' playbook.
One of the things that surprised many Packers fans during this year's draft was the Packers picking up more receivers despite what many thought would be a defensive backfield oriented draft for the team. Maybe receivers are like pitchers in baseball: you can never have too many. We have definitely seen that in prior years when even Brett admitted at times he didn't know who he was throwing to.
So, perhaps it's fitting that there's a good article in today's Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel about the competition at wide receiver, a topic which has been addressed here in prior posts. Given that the Packers have a seeming lock on at least the first five receivers -- Donald Driver, Greg Jennings, James Jones, Ruvell Martin and top draft pick, Jordy Nelson -- there may be only one or two other spots available. And their are currently seven competing for those slots. Can you say "performance anxiety"?
What will be the deciding factor in keeping one or two of these other receivers versus the rest of the group? Packers receivers coach Jimmy Robinson has come up with a formula of sorts after his 18 years of coaching NFL receivers. According to the article, Robinson said: “I mean, you want hard decisions. But usually there’s going to be something that says, OK, this guy is the guy I feel like in a game, he’s going to be able to play, he’s smarter maybe than the other guy, he plays more positions. And that helps makes your decision easier.” That's how long-shot seventh round pick, Donald Driver, made the team in 1999: because at least in part he was such a good special teams player. I guess you could say it worked out well for him...and the Pack.
To read the full article and get a few insights into the battle going on at receiver, go here.
Packers interested in Taylor?
At age 34, he may not be the player he used to be, but current Miami Dolphin, Jason Taylor, still is better than many at his right defensive end position. And the Packers have apparently expressed interest in him. There is a concern about KGB's surgically repaired knee. And there also is a desire to move Cullen Jenkins into the defensive tackle slot replacing the departed Corey Williams. Getting Taylor would give the Pack insurance at defensive end -- in fact, an every play type of insurance -- and make the move of Jenkins possible.
To learn more about what's cooking on the Taylor front, check out this article.
One of the things that surprised many Packers fans during this year's draft was the Packers picking up more receivers despite what many thought would be a defensive backfield oriented draft for the team. Maybe receivers are like pitchers in baseball: you can never have too many. We have definitely seen that in prior years when even Brett admitted at times he didn't know who he was throwing to.
So, perhaps it's fitting that there's a good article in today's Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel about the competition at wide receiver, a topic which has been addressed here in prior posts. Given that the Packers have a seeming lock on at least the first five receivers -- Donald Driver, Greg Jennings, James Jones, Ruvell Martin and top draft pick, Jordy Nelson -- there may be only one or two other spots available. And their are currently seven competing for those slots. Can you say "performance anxiety"?
What will be the deciding factor in keeping one or two of these other receivers versus the rest of the group? Packers receivers coach Jimmy Robinson has come up with a formula of sorts after his 18 years of coaching NFL receivers. According to the article, Robinson said: “I mean, you want hard decisions. But usually there’s going to be something that says, OK, this guy is the guy I feel like in a game, he’s going to be able to play, he’s smarter maybe than the other guy, he plays more positions. And that helps makes your decision easier.” That's how long-shot seventh round pick, Donald Driver, made the team in 1999: because at least in part he was such a good special teams player. I guess you could say it worked out well for him...and the Pack.
To read the full article and get a few insights into the battle going on at receiver, go here.
Packers interested in Taylor?
At age 34, he may not be the player he used to be, but current Miami Dolphin, Jason Taylor, still is better than many at his right defensive end position. And the Packers have apparently expressed interest in him. There is a concern about KGB's surgically repaired knee. And there also is a desire to move Cullen Jenkins into the defensive tackle slot replacing the departed Corey Williams. Getting Taylor would give the Pack insurance at defensive end -- in fact, an every play type of insurance -- and make the move of Jenkins possible.
To learn more about what's cooking on the Taylor front, check out this article.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Packers OTAs underway - Harrell hurt again
Packers organized team activities (OTAs) -- the mini-camps that aren't -- are underway this week. These are the practices that aren't really mandatory for the players, but given the level of competition for roster spots most players see them as essential.
Take, for example, the receivers. There are 12 of 'em in Green Bay this week, all trying to make sure they are one of the 6 or 7 receivers who make the final cut. Who's likely safe? Donald Driver, of course, Greg Jennings and James Jones, plus -- barring some major problem or injury -- the Packers first pick from this year's draft, Jordy Nelson. Dependable Ruvell Martin should also garner a spot, although it's not guaranteed and he knows it. Then you've got the other receiver from this year's draft, Brett Swain. Johnny Quinn, who signed with the Pack after a workout in January, is also trying to make the team, perhaps on special teams. Shaun Bodiford, Chris Francies, and undrafted free agents Jake Allen, Rod Harper and Taj Smith round out the competition.
The Pack had one of the best young receiving corps in the league last year and it appears as if it will only be better this year given the competition for jobs. It will be interesting to see how it all shakes out. Aaron Rodgers should have lots of good targets to choose from. (And, while we're speaking of Rodgers, this is now the first set of practices since he's been in Green Bay where he's now The Man. Heck, it's the first set of practices since about 1992 or so where anyone other than Brett Favre has been The Man. Still a bit surreal, isn't it?)
Harrell hurt...again
Remember how last year the Pack's surprise first round draft pick, Justin Harrell, couldn't participate in pre-season practices because of the torn bicep injury from his senior year at Tennessee? Well, according to reports and the Packers' own website, Harrell will also miss this year's OTAs with a back injury. During the course of last season, Harrell didn't get much playing time -- wasn't even active for many games -- because of knee and ankle injuries. So this must be a new injury. Fans may recall that one of the raps on Harrell coming out of college was that he was injury prone. Well...guess we'll see how this one turns out. The Packers website says that Harrell, along with cornerback Will Blackmon (foot) and defensive tackle Johnny Jolly (shoulder) are out for the entire four-week OTA session but "all three should be cleared for the start of training camp."
Take, for example, the receivers. There are 12 of 'em in Green Bay this week, all trying to make sure they are one of the 6 or 7 receivers who make the final cut. Who's likely safe? Donald Driver, of course, Greg Jennings and James Jones, plus -- barring some major problem or injury -- the Packers first pick from this year's draft, Jordy Nelson. Dependable Ruvell Martin should also garner a spot, although it's not guaranteed and he knows it. Then you've got the other receiver from this year's draft, Brett Swain. Johnny Quinn, who signed with the Pack after a workout in January, is also trying to make the team, perhaps on special teams. Shaun Bodiford, Chris Francies, and undrafted free agents Jake Allen, Rod Harper and Taj Smith round out the competition.
The Pack had one of the best young receiving corps in the league last year and it appears as if it will only be better this year given the competition for jobs. It will be interesting to see how it all shakes out. Aaron Rodgers should have lots of good targets to choose from. (And, while we're speaking of Rodgers, this is now the first set of practices since he's been in Green Bay where he's now The Man. Heck, it's the first set of practices since about 1992 or so where anyone other than Brett Favre has been The Man. Still a bit surreal, isn't it?)
Harrell hurt...again
Remember how last year the Pack's surprise first round draft pick, Justin Harrell, couldn't participate in pre-season practices because of the torn bicep injury from his senior year at Tennessee? Well, according to reports and the Packers' own website, Harrell will also miss this year's OTAs with a back injury. During the course of last season, Harrell didn't get much playing time -- wasn't even active for many games -- because of knee and ankle injuries. So this must be a new injury. Fans may recall that one of the raps on Harrell coming out of college was that he was injury prone. Well...guess we'll see how this one turns out. The Packers website says that Harrell, along with cornerback Will Blackmon (foot) and defensive tackle Johnny Jolly (shoulder) are out for the entire four-week OTA session but "all three should be cleared for the start of training camp."
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Packers keep flying high
As if their 8-1 record isn't enough -- actually, it is the most important thing, isn't it? -- the Packers now have the NFL's #1 passing offense. Not surprising, since for most of this season that was the offense. You throw a lot and complete a high percentage of passes, including some long TDs and -- BAM! -- you cop the #1 spot from the Patriots.
Now, consider that if the Pack can continue to have a respectable run game along the lines that has emerged over the last three weeks what that can do to continue to open up the passing game. Isn't it amazing to see these five-receiver sets that they are starting to integrate into the offense? It becomes a defense's nightmare. Look who you'd have to try to cover: Donald Driver, Greg Jennings, James Jones, Ruvell Martin, Koren Robinson. Actually, the Packers could throw Donald Lee in the mix and now you have six quality receivers to try to cover. With Brett Favre throwing the ball nonetheless. C'mon. Start waving the white flag.
Oh sure, the Pack is dead last in rushing still. But if Ryan Grant can keep pluggin' away for 100 yard or so each game, so what? That's enough to keep the opposing defense worried about stopping the run, which just gives ol' #4 and his merry band of receivers even more opportunities to make plays down field.
Of course, one area where the offense still is having some difficulty is finishing with a TD once it gets into the red zone. Too many time this year the Packers have driven inside the opponent's 20 only to have to settle for a field goal attempt rather than come away with a touchdown. Given the level of play of the Pack's defense, and the ability of the offense to eat up the play clock, this perhaps isn't as big a problem as for some other teams. But it is one of those areas you'd like to see them clean up. And no doubt they will. Seems as if most of the problem areas for the Pack have been getting addressed as the season goes on. They are getting better each week. That's the sign of a champion in the making.
Keep winning, get home field advantage for the playoffs and maybe we can have a rematch of that Packers vs. Pats Super Bowl...and even better, come away with the same result. It's still too soon to talk about bringing the Lombardi Trophy back to Green Bay...but our dreams have just a bit more of a dash of reality about them than in recent years. And to that, we can give our thanks to this tremendous passing offense which has developed over the season and to the running game which is starting to come around at just the right time.
Now, consider that if the Pack can continue to have a respectable run game along the lines that has emerged over the last three weeks what that can do to continue to open up the passing game. Isn't it amazing to see these five-receiver sets that they are starting to integrate into the offense? It becomes a defense's nightmare. Look who you'd have to try to cover: Donald Driver, Greg Jennings, James Jones, Ruvell Martin, Koren Robinson. Actually, the Packers could throw Donald Lee in the mix and now you have six quality receivers to try to cover. With Brett Favre throwing the ball nonetheless. C'mon. Start waving the white flag.
Oh sure, the Pack is dead last in rushing still. But if Ryan Grant can keep pluggin' away for 100 yard or so each game, so what? That's enough to keep the opposing defense worried about stopping the run, which just gives ol' #4 and his merry band of receivers even more opportunities to make plays down field.
Of course, one area where the offense still is having some difficulty is finishing with a TD once it gets into the red zone. Too many time this year the Packers have driven inside the opponent's 20 only to have to settle for a field goal attempt rather than come away with a touchdown. Given the level of play of the Pack's defense, and the ability of the offense to eat up the play clock, this perhaps isn't as big a problem as for some other teams. But it is one of those areas you'd like to see them clean up. And no doubt they will. Seems as if most of the problem areas for the Pack have been getting addressed as the season goes on. They are getting better each week. That's the sign of a champion in the making.
Keep winning, get home field advantage for the playoffs and maybe we can have a rematch of that Packers vs. Pats Super Bowl...and even better, come away with the same result. It's still too soon to talk about bringing the Lombardi Trophy back to Green Bay...but our dreams have just a bit more of a dash of reality about them than in recent years. And to that, we can give our thanks to this tremendous passing offense which has developed over the season and to the running game which is starting to come around at just the right time.
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Packers smash the ViQueens 34-0
On the 'Queens first possession of the fourth quarter, they mounted their second drive of the game, down to inside the Packers 10. A pass to the end zone by Brooks Bollinger was tipped by the receiver and intercepted by Charles Woodson, who took it back out to the 4-yard line. Shutout preserved so far.
To give you a real good idea how bad things were for the 'Queens, on this Packers drive with just under 6 minutes to go, Brett threw a 30-something yard pass to Ruvell Martin in the end zone (after an earlier long completion to James Jones down the sidelines). The pass was underthrown and thrown late. Defensive back Cedric Griffin went up for the interception and had it his hands before fellow defender Darren "used to be" Sharper came flying across and slammed into him, causing the ball to pop up and right into the hands of Packers receiver Ruvell Martin. Score: Pack 34 - 'Queens 0. When it's going your way...
Brett passed for more than 300 yards for the sixth time this season, and got his 100th career home field win. Only John Elway has more wins at home, with 104.
One injury note -- although to what extent is unknown at this time -- is that right tackle Mark Tauscher got hurt near the end of the third quarter. He was seen walking to the locker room with a bit of a gimpy leg/ankle with about 3-1/2 minutes to go in the game. During the quarter, the Packers shifted Jason Spitz to Tauscher's position and rookie Allen Barbre moved into Spitz' right guard spot. Seemed like things didn't miss much of a beat. In the last Packers series of the game, back up QB Aaron Rodgers made an appearance. The Pack had to punt with about 2 minutes left.
The 'Queens then had a 49-yard gain on a simple screen pass to Chester Taylor, with a few players missing tackles, which took the ball down to the Packers 30-yard line. The Pack then followed that up with their second sack of the day, this one by Johnny Jolly. The Packers got another sack to take the 'Queens to 4th and 7. A short pass to former Packer Robert Ferguson was stopped short of a first down, allowing the Packers to take over and preserve the shut out. This is the first time the 'Queens have been shut out since they were beaten by New Orleans 26-0 in 1991. And, to cap it off, this is the worst defeat of the 'Queens by the Pack -- ever! Gotta like that.
BTW, Adrian Peterson never returned to the game after his injury near the end of the third quarter and was held to just 45 yards on 11 carries.
Important Packers stats: Brett was 33 of 46 for 351 yards, 3 TDs and no INTs; Ryan Grant rushed for 119 yards on 25 carries. Oh, and Coach Mike McCarthy is now 16-9 in his first 25 games as head coach of the Packers -- no other coach in Packers history has won as many as quickly. Of course, when you win 12 of your last 13 games going back to last season...
This was a tremendous effort by the defense, holding the ViQueens to under 100 yards total rushing for the day. And it was nearly perfect execution -- but not quite -- by the Packers offense. The Pack is humming along nicely. Next up is Carolina, followed four days later by a trip to Detroit for Thanksgiving. That's a quick turnaround. But the flip side of that is that the Packers will then have 10 days to get ready for their showdown with the Cowboys in Dallas.
It's great to be a Packers fan! 8-1 is mighty sweet.
To give you a real good idea how bad things were for the 'Queens, on this Packers drive with just under 6 minutes to go, Brett threw a 30-something yard pass to Ruvell Martin in the end zone (after an earlier long completion to James Jones down the sidelines). The pass was underthrown and thrown late. Defensive back Cedric Griffin went up for the interception and had it his hands before fellow defender Darren "used to be" Sharper came flying across and slammed into him, causing the ball to pop up and right into the hands of Packers receiver Ruvell Martin. Score: Pack 34 - 'Queens 0. When it's going your way...
Brett passed for more than 300 yards for the sixth time this season, and got his 100th career home field win. Only John Elway has more wins at home, with 104.
One injury note -- although to what extent is unknown at this time -- is that right tackle Mark Tauscher got hurt near the end of the third quarter. He was seen walking to the locker room with a bit of a gimpy leg/ankle with about 3-1/2 minutes to go in the game. During the quarter, the Packers shifted Jason Spitz to Tauscher's position and rookie Allen Barbre moved into Spitz' right guard spot. Seemed like things didn't miss much of a beat. In the last Packers series of the game, back up QB Aaron Rodgers made an appearance. The Pack had to punt with about 2 minutes left.
The 'Queens then had a 49-yard gain on a simple screen pass to Chester Taylor, with a few players missing tackles, which took the ball down to the Packers 30-yard line. The Pack then followed that up with their second sack of the day, this one by Johnny Jolly. The Packers got another sack to take the 'Queens to 4th and 7. A short pass to former Packer Robert Ferguson was stopped short of a first down, allowing the Packers to take over and preserve the shut out. This is the first time the 'Queens have been shut out since they were beaten by New Orleans 26-0 in 1991. And, to cap it off, this is the worst defeat of the 'Queens by the Pack -- ever! Gotta like that.
BTW, Adrian Peterson never returned to the game after his injury near the end of the third quarter and was held to just 45 yards on 11 carries.
Important Packers stats: Brett was 33 of 46 for 351 yards, 3 TDs and no INTs; Ryan Grant rushed for 119 yards on 25 carries. Oh, and Coach Mike McCarthy is now 16-9 in his first 25 games as head coach of the Packers -- no other coach in Packers history has won as many as quickly. Of course, when you win 12 of your last 13 games going back to last season...
This was a tremendous effort by the defense, holding the ViQueens to under 100 yards total rushing for the day. And it was nearly perfect execution -- but not quite -- by the Packers offense. The Pack is humming along nicely. Next up is Carolina, followed four days later by a trip to Detroit for Thanksgiving. That's a quick turnaround. But the flip side of that is that the Packers will then have 10 days to get ready for their showdown with the Cowboys in Dallas.
It's great to be a Packers fan! 8-1 is mighty sweet.
3rd quarter: Pack 27 - 'Queens 0
The Packers received the second half kickoff and proceeded to put together an opening TD drive, keyed by a great 32-yard pass reception by Greg Jennings down to the 7 yard line. Jennings went up between two defenders to grab the ball. From the one-yard line, Brett faked a hand off to Grant and threw an easy little fade pass to TE Donald Lee in the end zone. Packers 20 - 'Queens 0. Another item of note: RB Ryan Grant went over 100 yards rushing on this opening drive, which took 5:31 off the clock. The Pack's second drive began at their own 30 and resulted in an eight-yard TD pass from Brett to Ruvell Martin. Near the end of the 3rd quarter, the 'Queens finally mounted a drive, before turning the ball back on downs. During that drive, Adrian Peterson wound up being helped from the game after being tackled by Al Harris. Looked as if it was a right knee problem.
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