Nick Perry had 11 sacks last season, and the Packers paid big bucks to keep him around. But last year was the first time Perry had double-digit sacks, and he has yet to play a full 16-game season. Clay Matthews has racked up double-digit sacks four times in his eight NFL seasons, but he…… MORE
Packers Secondary: New & Improved?
Last year didn’t go well for the Packers’ secondary. This offseason, they brought back a familiar face in Davon House, plus used their top two picks on defensive backs. House feels “at home,” now that he’s back in Green Bay. (Check out the full story at The Packers Wire) Don’t miss SportsLine (4-6) as Chris…… MORE
Jermichael Finley: Life after Football
Former Packers tight end Jermichael Finley joins Marques, Bill & Rookie on Friday mornings on “Air it Out.” Over time, he’s filled us in on details about his career-ending injury, and more. This week on the Players Tribune, Jermichael put his story into text form. After his NFL career came to an end, Jermichael found himself…… MORE
Martellus Bennett: Packers Captain of Fun
By MARQUES EVERSOLL Martellus Bennett is a fun dude. And he put that big personality on display during his first media availability in the Packers locker room. “I may not be a team captain,” Bennett said. “But I am the captain of fun.” I’m not sure there’s ever been an official Fun Captain in…… MORE
Packers OTAs: What do you want to see?
The Green Bay Packers kicked off organized team activities on Monday. Now today, they’ll take the field in a practice open to the media and public. (Weather permitting) Over at Packers.com, they highlighted five things to watch at Packers OTAs (HERE) — But we ask the question: What will you be looking for? “Air…… MORE
Another great Badgers defense in 2017?
Wisconsin Badgers safety D’Cota Dixon started all 14 games last season. Now, Jim Leonhard — one of the best defensive backs in Wisconsin football history — is the defensive coordinator. With Leonhard calling the shots and Dixon manning the secondary, it could be another big year for Wisconsin’s defense. Check out this story on Dixon from…… MORE
Sogard, Brewers stay hot in San Diego
The Milwaukee Brewers are now six games over .500 after a 4-2 win Thursday in San Diego. Eric Sogard (“Nerd Power”) was a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs batted in, including the go-ahead, two-run double in the seventh inning. (Check out JSOnline’s full game story HERE) Sogard was called up from Triple-A Colorado Springs…… MORE
Los Angeles stadium won’t open for a while
Over by Lambeau Field, the construction for the Titletown District is moving right along. Meanwhile in Los Angeles, it’s gonna be a while before Stan Kronke’s new palace is open. (Check out the full story at the L.A. Times HERE) We’ve got the latest on SportsLine (4-6) with Chris & Marques. Last Caller Standing…… MORE
Don’t Look Now: Brewers in First Place
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres 3-1 Wednesday night, and now they’re 23-18 on the season. Looking up at the Brewers in the standings is the rest of the NL Central. The Brew Crew is 8-2 in its last 10 games. (Check out SBNation’s story HERE) How long can they keep this…… MORE
Celtics win the Lottery
The Boston Celtics punched their ticket to the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday night. Then on Tuesday night, the Celtics won the lottery, and earned the No. 1 pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. Who’s going where? (Check out a mock draft from DraftExpress.com HERE.) Marques is talking hoops this morning, starting at 7:30 through…… MORE
