Jordy Nelson
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) holds his shoulder after a Atlanta Falcons tackle during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 27-24. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Rodgers, Packers try to stop skid, extend streak over Bears

By Andrew Seligman Dec. 01, 2022 10:47 AM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 1, 2013, file photo, Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder walks off the field before an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md. Few NFL teams have managed to lose as much as Washington has since Daniel Snyder was part of a group that purchased the franchise for a then-record $800 million in 1999. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
Under Dan Snyder, Washington sank from NFL elite to also-ran

By Howard Fendrich Oct. 25, 2022 11:29 AM EDT

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead, Oct. 14-20

By The Associated Press Oct. 13, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Oct. 14 1945 — The Chicago Cardinals snap the longest losing streak in NFL history at 29 games with a 16-7 victory over the Chicago Bears. ...

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love run a drill at the NFL football team's practice field Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Rodgers says Packers offense can grow from early adversity

By Steve Megargee Jul. 28, 2022 12:16 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones walks on the stage to announce North Dakota State wide receiver Christian Watson as the team's pick during the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 29, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Green Bay Packers move up to draft NDSU WR Christian Watson

By Steve Megargee Apr. 29, 2022 07:34 PM EDT

FILE - Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. Two decades have passed since the Green Bay Packers last drafted a wide receiver in the first round. The Packers have two chances and plenty of reasons to stop that trend this year. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Draft gives Packers opportunity to restock receiving group

By Steve Megargee Apr. 22, 2022 05:16 PM EDT

Wide receiver Chris Olave runs a football drill during Ohio State Pro Day in Columbus, Ohio, Wednesday, March 23, 2022. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon)
Multiple early picks should help Packers find receivers

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 11:54 AM EDT

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell watches from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Rodgers fine, sits 2nd half, top seed Packers lose to Lions

By Larry Lage Jan. 09, 2022 04:25 PM EST

Green Bay Packers' Davante Adams celebrates his touchdown reception with Aaron Rodgers during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Rodgers sets team record as Packers hold off Browns 24-22

By Steve Megargee Dec. 25, 2021 07:45 PM EST

Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) tackles Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Bears eye share of 1st place when Rodgers, Packers visit

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 12:04 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020 file photo, Georgia defensive back Eric Stokes (27) returns an interception for a touchdown against Arkansas during an NCAA college football game in Fayetteville, Ark. Daniel Jeremiah noted that Georgia teammates Tyson Campbell and Eric Stokes plus Florida State’s Asante Samuel Jr. as cornerbacks who could still be available early in the second round. The Packers could use some cornerback help and also would like to boost their depth on both sides of the line of scrimmage. (AP Photo/Michael Woods, File)
Packers GM Gutekunst's background shows he's willing to deal

By Steve Megargee Apr. 23, 2021 03:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this April 24, 2005, file photo, Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson stands next to the team's first-round pick, California quarterback Aaron Rodgers, during an NFL football a news conference in Green Bay, Wis. Thompson, whose 13-year run as Green Bay Packers general manager included their 2010 Super Bowl championship season, died Wednesday, Jan 20, the team announced Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021. He was 68. Thompson was Packers general manager from 2005-17 and drafted many notable players on the current roster, including two-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)
Ted Thompson, 68, GM when Packers won last Super Bowl, dies

By Steve Megargee Jan. 21, 2021 03:20 PM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Oct. 08, 2020 01:36 PM EDT
Oct. 11 1890 — The first 100-yard dash under 10 seconds is run by John Owens at 9.8 in an AAU track and field meet in Washington. ...

Green Bay Packers' Davante Adams tries to get past Washington Redskins' Jimmy Moreland during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Davante Adams' drive to be great has become an 'obsession'

By Keith Jenkins Jan. 15, 2020 08:19 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, file photo, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Randall Cobb (18) finds running room after catching a pass in the first half of a NFL football game against the New York Giants, in Arlington, Texas. Cobb still talks to his old quarterback regularly despite the receiver’s move to the Dallas Cowboys after spending his first eight seasons with Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers. While Cobb hadn’t spoken to Rodgers as of the middle of the week leading to their first game against each other Sunday, the trusty slot man didn’t seem too hung up on avoiding contact.(AP Photo/Ron Jenkins, File)
Cowboys' Cobb gets to see old team, QB in visit from Packers

By Schuyler Dixon Oct. 04, 2019 03:29 PM EDT

Mike Shanahan still teaching QBs, this time with youngsters

By The Associated Press Sep. 06, 2019 12:12 PM EDT
Mike Shanahan always has been known as a quarterbacks guru. Now, he's working on developing QBs on the youth level. USA Football and QB Collective, a...

FILE - In this Aug. 15, 2019, file photo, Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden is shown during an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz. The Raiders’ worldwide tour gets started in the preseason when they play a "home" exhibition against Green Bay in Winnipeg on Thursday, Aug. 22. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Raiders Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 22, 2019 12:59 PM EDT

Jordy Nelson answers questions during a press conference at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis., Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019. Nelson signed a one-day contract with the Packers on Tuesday and announced his retirement after 11 seasons, 10 of which he spent in Green Bay. (Sarah Kloepping/The Post-Crescent via AP)
Nelson retires after memorable run with Rodgers, Packers

By Keith Jenkins Aug. 06, 2019 02:18 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 9, 2014, file photo, Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) celebrates a touchdown with fans during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, in Green Bay, Wis. Nelson signed a one-day contract with the Packers on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, and announced his retirement after 11 seasons, 10 of which he spent in Green Bay. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
Bears-Packers 11/9/2014

Aug. 06, 2019 02:17 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 24, 2016, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Jordy Nelson celebrates his touchdown catch with Aaron Rodgers during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, in Green Bay, Wis. Nelson signed a one-day contract with the Packers on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, and announced his retirement after 11 seasons, 10 of which he spent in Green Bay. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
Vikings-Packers 12/24/2016

Aug. 06, 2019 02:15 PM EDT