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#MarquesMock: 2019 NFL Draft Projection

#MarquesMock: 2019 NFL Draft Projection

  By MARQUES EVERSOLL Mock drafts are really hard because when one thing goes wrong, you’re guaranteed to get another thing wrong. Trades screw everything up, too. So, what’d I do? I said, “Screw it,” and projected a couple trades. So before skimming through my one and only mock for the 2019 NFL Draft, be…MORE

2019 “Air it Out” NFL Mock Draft

2019 “Air it Out” NFL Mock Draft

It’s our second annual “Air it Out” Mock Draft before the real thing on Thursday night. We put together a panel of “experts” from around the country to make the first 11 picks before we went on the clock with pick No. 12. Last year, Marques, Bill and Rookie picked Jaire Alexander for the Packers…MORE

2019 Air it Out “Candy Bracket”

2019 Air it Out “Candy Bracket”

  Voting is open until Championship Monday (April 8) at TheFan1075.com! We’ll crown a champion for both regions: The Chocolate Chunk & The Sugar & Stuff Sectional. (Don’t forget to vote for both!) After you complete the “Chocolate Chunk” Region, you’ll be asked to complete the “Sugar & Stuff” Sectional. (Do it!)MORE

“Air it Out” with Matt LaFleur

“Air it Out” with Matt LaFleur

  Packers head coach Matt LaFleur joined Marques, Bill & Rookie on Friday, January 25 on “Air it Out.” Topics ranged from his transition to Green Bay, his plans for the offense, the movie “Dodgeball” — and LaFleur references — and, of course, the unacceptable-ness(?) of the Chicago Bears winning the NFC North. Enjoy.MORE

Here we go again: Packers face questions at tight end

Here we go again: Packers face questions at tight end

By MARQUES EVERSOLL Guy thinks to himself, “What are the Packers going to do at tight end?” Then, the same guy asks himself, “Why does it seem like this is a question every offseason?” He then answers himself out loud, “Because it is!” Everyone else in the room is confused. The guy (me) is frustrated.…MORE

Packers blown out by Redskins

Packers blown out by Redskins

The Green Bay Packers failed their first road test of the season Sunday in our nation’s capital, as the Washington Redskins handled the Packers 31-17 in week three. Adrian Peterson gashed the Packers for 120 yards on 19 carries, including two touchdowns. Jordan Reed and Vernon Davis combined for six catches for 135 yards. Alex…MORE

Packers, Vikings score the same amount of points

Packers, Vikings score the same amount of points

The Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings tied 29-29 Sunday at Lambeau Field. It’s the first 29-29 tie in NFL history. It’s the second time the Packers and Vikings have tied at Lambeau in the past five years. After the game, the Packers locker room was in a daze … What is a tie supposed…MORE

Bears get Khalil Mack, but don’t be mad at Brian Gutekunst

Bears get Khalil Mack, but don’t be mad at Brian Gutekunst

By MARQUES EVERSOLL The Chicago Bears and the Green Bay Packers are the NFL’s oldest rivalry. In 196 games dating back to 1921, the Packers lead the all-time series 96-94-6. But early Saturday morning, the Bears scored a big win with the acquisition of Khalil Mack. Reports had surfaced that the Packers were amongst the…MORE

Packers 53-man roster projection by Marques, Bill & Rookie

Packers 53-man roster projection by Marques, Bill & Rookie

NFL general managers always say how hard it is to cut players. Unfortunately, that’s a harsh reality and part of the job for Brian Gutekunst. Fortunately, Marques, Bill and Rookie lent a helping hand, and put together their 53-man roster projection Friday on “Air it Out.” Check it out. SPECIAL TEAMS (3) SPECIALISTS (3) —…MORE

Packers: Preseason over, on to the Real Thing

Packers: Preseason over, on to the Real Thing

The preseason is over. The Green Bay Packers lost to the Kansas City Chiefs 33-21 Thursday night. But more importantly — again — the preseason is over. Roster cutdown await on Saturday afternoon. (3:00 PM Central) Five quick takeaways from last night’s preseason finale: Aaron Jones is electric. We know he’s out two games, but…MORE

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