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Packers | Ward released
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:07:58 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Green Bay Packers released CB Kyle Ward Thursday, July 24.

Packers | Riley released
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:07:38 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Green Bay Packers released LB Marcus Riley Thursday, July 24.

Packers | DeBauche released
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:07:21 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Green Bay Packers waived P Ken DeBauche Thursday, July 24.

Packers | Poppinga agrees to extension
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:06:24 -0700

The Associated Press reports Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson said the Packers reached an agreement with LB Brady Poppinga on a contract extension. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

Packers | Goodell wants resolution by Sunday
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:09:34 -0700

Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN, reports National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell said he wants a resolution between the Green Bay Packers and retired QB Brett Favre by Sunday, July 27.

Packers | Favre not mentioned by Thompson
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:21:55 -0700

Jon Byman, of 620 WTMJ News Radio, reports Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson spoke during a shareholders meeting and said the Packers have three quarterbacks on their roster but former QB Brett Favre is not one of them. Thompson received a standing ovation from people in the crowd.

Packers | Favre's number will not be retired at home opener
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:01:13 -0700

ESPNews reports Green Bay Packers president Mark Murphy said the team will not retire former QB Brett Favre's number at their home opener.

Packers | Favre does not have phone issued by team
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:19:40 -0700

Contradicting previous reports, Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports retired QB Brett Favre did not contact the Minnesota Vikings with a Green Bay Packers-issued cell phone. A source close to Favre and one in the National Football League said Favre does not have a cell phone issued by the Packers. The two sources also said if he had a phone issued by the team it would violate NFL salary-cap rules unless the team included the cost on their salary cap. It was previously reported that Favre spoke with Vikings head coach Brad Childress and offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell, Favre's quarterbacks coach from 2003-05.

Packers | Negotiations continue with Grant
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:09:06 -0700

Jason Wilde, of the Wisconsin State Journal, reports the Green Bay Packers and RB Ryan Grant's agent, Alan Herman, continue to discuss a long-term deal. Conversations became serious late last week, according to Herman. If a deal isn't in place before the first training camp practice, Grant is committed to not reporting.

Packers | Still shopping Favre
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:07:52 -0700

Jason Wilde, of the Wisconsin State Journal, reports the Green Bay Packers continue to call other teams with hopes of trading QB Brett Favre before training camp opens.

Packers | Stephenson released
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:32:49 -0700

Bill Huber, of Packer Report, reports the Green Bay Packers released OG Cameron Stephenson, according to a source.

Packers | Sitton agrees to terms
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:26:27 -0700

Bill Huber, of Packer Report, reports the Green Bay Packers agreed to terms with fourth-round draft pick OL Josh Sitton. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Packers | Called Philadelphia about Favre
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:20:46 -0700

Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN, reports the Green Bay Packers called the Philadelphia Eagles about trading retired QB Brett Favre.

Packers | Swain signs
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:18:57 -0700

Rob Demovsky, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports the Green Bay Packers announced Wednesday, July 23, that the team signed WR Brett Swain. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Packers | Flynn signs
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:16:07 -0700

Rob Demovsky, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports the Green Bay Packers announced Wednesday, July 23, that the team signed QB Matt Flynn. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Packers | Giacomini signs
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:07:45 -0700

Rob Demovsky, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports the Green Bay Packers announced Wednesday, July 23, that the team signed OT Breno Giacomini. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Packers | Lumpkin fighting for backup spot
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 05:24:09 -0700

Mike Spofford, of Packers.com, reports Green Bay Packers RB Kregg Lumpkin is fighting for one of two backup spots.

Packers | Morency fighting for backup spot
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 05:23:34 -0700

Mike Spofford, of Packers.com, reports Green Bay Packers RB Vernand Morency is fighting for one of two backup spots.

Packers | Wynn fighting for backup spot
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 05:22:56 -0700

Mike Spofford, of Packers.com, reports Green Bay Packers RB DeShawn Wynn is fighting for one of two backup spots.

Packers | Herron fighting for backup spot
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 05:22:11 -0700

Mike Spofford, of Packers.com, reports Green Bay Packers RB Noah Herron is fighting for one of two backup spots.

Packers | Police and courts: J. Jolly
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:14:16 -0700

The Associated Press reports Green Bay Packers DL Johnny Jolly's court hearing has been moved to Aug. 27. He appeared in court Tuesday, July 22, to deal with a felony drug possession charge. Jolly was given a curfew and ordered to submit to drug testing, according to a court official. He allegedly also had at least 200 grams of codeine on him when he was arrested.

Packers | Speaking with teams about trade
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:43:44 -0700

Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports the Green Bay Packers have spoken with several teams about possibly trading QB Brett Favre, including an NFC team. It is uncertain how many teams are interested.

Packers | Rivera retires with team
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:51:24 -0700

Packers.com reports former Green Bay Packers OG Marco Rivera has informed the club of his decision to retire with the team.

Packers | Grant thinks close to Favre saga will come soon
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:48:04 -0700

Pro Football Weekly reports Green Bay Packers RB Ryan Grant said he sees closure to the former Packers QB Brett Favre saga in the near future. Grant stated that QB Aaron Rodgers is the team's quarterback.

Packers | Grant plans on reporting to camp
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:47:28 -0700

Pro Football Weekly reports Green Bay Packers RB Ryan Grant appeared on ESPN "Mike and Mike" radio show Monday, July 21, and said that he expects to report to the team's training camp. Grant will not be able to attend camp unless he signs a contract or the one-year, $370,000 tender offer. He mentioned everything was progressing well and he is ready to go.

Packers | Jackson to get look as No. 2 running back
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 07:39:14 -0700

Jason Wilde, of the Wisconsin State Journal, reports Green Bay Packers RB Brandon Jackson will get the first look at being the team's No. 2 running back behind projected starter RB Ryan Grant.

Packers | Favre doesn't answer questions about rift
Sat, 19 Jul 2008 18:00:43 -0700

The Associated Press reports retired QB Brett Favre, of the Green Bay Packers, would not address his public rift with the Packers during an appearance at Lambeau Field Saturday, July 19. Favre spoke for just over three minutes before the Packers' Hall of Fame induction ceremony banquet. When he was done speaking, he walked off the stage and took off through a side door without taking questions.

Packers | Team president stands behind GM, coach
Sat, 19 Jul 2008 06:02:13 -0700

ESPN.com reports Green Bay Packers president Mark Murphy restated his support Friday, July 18, for general manager Ted Thompson and head coach Mike McCarthy in their dealings with retired QB Brett Favre. Through a team spokesman, Murphy said he has "full confidence" in how Thompson and McCarthy were handling the matter.

Packers | Team files tampering charges
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:39:11 -0700

Jay Glazer, of FOXSports.com, reports the Green Bay Packers have filed tampering charges against the Minnesota Vikings for allegedly communicating with retired QB Brett Favre. According to a source, the NFL is looking into the matter and has spoken with both the Packers and Vikings. The Vikings were notified that Favre had inappropriate communication with Vikings coordinator Darrell Bevell, who is a close friend and former assistant coach with the Packers. The Vikings have denied any contact with Favre but could lose draft picks and face fines.

Packers | Favre comments on relationship with Thompson
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:02:42 -0700

Jason Wilde, of the Wisconsin State Journal, reports former Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre commented on his relationship with general manager Ted Thompson. "Ted and I, I thought, have always had a good relationship. We don't talk a whole lot, we don't go out and eat and shoot the bull. But on three different occasions ... I don't want to say (he) lied — I think that's kind of a harsh word — but I think 'untruth' or whatever is (a) better (word)." Favre said that he spoke with Thompson in May and brought up the scenario about possibly returning to play and stated that Thompson said it would not be a problem if Favre wanted to return.

Packers | Favre tempted to show up for training camp
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:35:44 -0700

The Associated Press reports former Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre said he is tempted to show up for the team's training camp to call their bluff.

Packers | Jolly could face prison time
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:39:30 -0700

Mike Hoeft, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers DL Johnny Jolly could face up to 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine if he is convicted of a felony drug possession charge in Texas. It is not yet known if prosecutors will pursue charges of intent to distribute the drugs. Jolly is also subject to discipline under the NFL's personal conduct or substance abuse policies.

Packers | Favre possibly feels slighted by organization
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:30:36 -0700

John Murphy, of Next Level Scouting, reports retired Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre might want to return and play in 2008 because some people inside the Packers organization believe this year's version of the team can equal or better the results posted a year ago with QB Aaron Rodgers under center, according to a reliable league source. The belief may feel like a slap in the face to Favre considering what he has done for the organization, which may be fueling his desire to play this season.

Packers | Favre could be expected to report to training camp
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:29:12 -0700

John Murphy, of Next Level Scouting, reports retired Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre could be expected to report to the team in time to start training camp if he notifies the Packers or the NFL that he has not retired or wishes to be reinstated to the team based on verbal retirement he made in the offseason, according to a reliable league source. Favre said Monday, July 14, he has never officially filed retirement papers with the NFL. The team could potentially fine Favre for not reporting any time after July 27, the team's reporting date for veteran players.

Packers | Favre says there is a chance he doesn't play
Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:36:28 -0700

During an interview with FOX News on "On the Record with Greta Van Susteren," retired Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre said he has thought about all of the potential situations that could play out by his looking to return to the league. He noted there remains a chance he may not play for any team next season.

Packers | Favre calls out team
Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:32:44 -0700

During an interview with FOX News on "On the Record with Greta Van Susteren," retired Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre called out the Packers for saying things differently to the public than have said to him. "Don't make up a lot of stuff or give half of the truth," Favre said about comments that have come from the Packers. "It's ridiculous, it really is."

Packers | Favre clears the air: was told playing in Green Bay not an option
Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:23:39 -0700

During an interview with FOX News on "On the Record with Greta Van Susteren," Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre said he has not filed any official retirement paperwork with the league. Favre said he gave the team a true answer early in the year when he said he was not 100 percent committed to playing football. "I won't play unless I'm 100 percent committed," Favre said. He said he wanted to wait until training camp to make a decision, but the team needed an answer from him early in the year. "I was told playing in Green Bay was not an option," Favre said after approaching them about a return. "I'm not making it up." He said they then told him the team cannot see him playing with another team, either. He said the team has told him they are trying to protect his legacy but he scoffed at the idea of his legacy being protected by having him serve as a backup. "It's unfortunate it has come to this," Favre said. Favre also noted he has been working out and feels good.

Packers | Favre would not have to report if traded
Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:11:34 -0700

Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports former Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre would not have to report to a team that he was traded to, which would make him property of the Packers once again after an undisclosed amount of time.

Packers | Thompson comments on Favre
Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:40:34 -0700

The Associated Press reports Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson said it is a gut-wrenching situation. "I mean, it hurts," he said. "I'm not talking about physically hurting, but the sensitivity. We understand where the fans are coming from. This is a hot-button issue that surpasses anything I've ever gone through." Thompson and head coach Mike McCarthy would not talk about the speculation of trading QB Brett Favre and said they have not had any talks about a trade.

Packers | Favre will not return as backup
Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:39:24 -0700

The Associated Press reports former Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre said he would not return to the team as a backup during an interview on "On the Record with Greta Van Susteren."

Packers | More on Favre
Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:38:30 -0700

Continuing an ongoing report, The Associated Press reports during an interview with FOX News on "On the Record with Greta Van Susteren," former Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre said he wants to play in the NFL again but does not feel welcome with the organization so he asked for his release from the team. "I am guilty of retiring early and there is a reason for that," Favre said, according to an excerpt provided to The Associated Press. "And the major issue is 'Why did he retire?,' and 'He asked for a release because he doesn't want to play in Green Bay.' That's not true. And I hope people are hearing this and saying 'OK, that clears it up.'" Favre was never fully committed to retiring and felt pressured by the team to make a decision. However, head coach Mike McCarthy said that general manager Ted Thompson wanted Favre to return. Favre said he understands that the Packers want to move on and thinks the team should release him. He said the Packers asked him for a list of team's he would accept a trade to, although, Favre wants to be released to guarantee he lands with a competitive team.

Packers | Police and courts: DL Johnny Jolly
Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:15:13 -0700

The Houston Chronicle reports Green Bay Packers DL Johnny Jolly was arrested in Houston earlier this month. Jolly was reportedly in possession of at least 200 grams of codeine. He is scheduled to appear in court July 22 following a July 8th arrest. He is free on a $10,000 bail.

Packers | Hold on... Favre's role in return undetermined
Sat, 12 Jul 2008 12:43:18 -0700

Updating previous reports, ESPN's John Clayton reports Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson clarified an earlier report that stated retired QB Brett Favre would return as a backup if he returned. Thompson said if Favre returned, he would be a member of the Packers. His role, however, is undetermined at this time. He is not closing the door on Favre being the starting quarterback.

Packers | Called Favre's bluff?
Sat, 12 Jul 2008 12:11:38 -0700

Bill Michaels, of WTMJ Radio, during an interview on ESPNews, reports the Green Bay Packers basically called QB Brett Favre's bluff by saying he could come back to the team and serve as a backup. The Packers simply tired on Favre's back-and-forth stance on retirement and finally took the decision out of his hands when they previously said they did not want him to come out of retirement. "They have moved on," Michaels said. He added fans are souring on Favre after his request to be released from the team to find a job elsewhere.

Packers | Favre to stay; offered backup job
Sat, 12 Jul 2008 10:38:08 -0700

ESPNews reports the Green Bay Packers have announced retired QB Brett Favre is welcome to return to the team as the backup quarterback. Green Bay will not release Favre, per the statement.