By Chris Havel Special to Event USA Green Bay’s upgrades on offense, defense that no one is talking about this offseason GREEN BAY, Wis. – The Packers’ roster was significantly upgraded this offseason. Naturally, some fans and media would disagree with that assertion. They believe the Packers had a major fail by not selecting one …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA Winning was HOF GM Wolf’s business, and Wolf was all business in the 1990s GREEN BAY, Wis. – What with the COVID-19 pandemic, George Floyd’s murder and a rather reflective mood permeating our nation, I thought it might be a good time to look back at my time …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA This week it’s the non-Hall of Fame Packers – next week, it’s Favre, Starr, etc. GREEN BAY, Wis. – What with the COVID-19 pandemic, George Floyd’s murder and a rather reflective mood permeating our nation, I thought it might be a good time to look back at my …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA Green Bay organization tackles racism while dealing with COVID-19 challenge GREEN BAY, Wis. – The concept of being “together, apart” became the new normal this spring. It began with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in late February. That’s when the pandemic forced most everyone to adjust to …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA Green Bay defending its division title, beating 49ers in San Fran to name two … GREEN BAY, Wis. – As the calendar ushers in June, and “Return to Play” plans are being discussed by the NHL and NBA, I find myself praying to the Football Gods that the …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA Packers’ defensive coordinator sees unit building upon improvement in 2019 GREEN BAY, Wis. – For better or worse, the Green Bay Packers’ offense has owned the headlines this offseason. A draft that saw the Packers select a quarterback, running back, H-Back and three offensive linemen – but not …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA Quarterback understands retiring in a Packers’ uniform may not happen GREEN BAY, Wis. – Tom Brady will be wearing a Tampa Bay Buccaneers jersey when the NFL season opens. Michael Jordan wore a Washington Wizards uniform before he ultimately retired in 2003. If it can happen to two …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA At Minnesota a serious test to open, but December looks like 4-0 to close GREEN BAY, Wis. – The NFL schedule-makers did the Packers favors both early and late in the 2020 season. What lies in between is tough sledding. I have the Packers opening at 3-1 before …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA Initial criticism of Packers’ draft quelled, NFL to release 2020 schedule this week GREEN BAY, Wis. – The NFL’s 2020 logo should include an asterisk to go with the shield. Everything is subject to change during the COVID-19 pandemic, or so it seems. The league was right to …
By Chris Havel Special to Event USA Gutekunst goes QB, RB, TE and multiple O-linemen to upgrade LaFleur’s attack GREEN BAY, Wis. – Based on fan reaction to the Packers’ 2020 NFL draft you might think head coach Matt LaFleur’s preferred way to play is “3 yards and a cloud of dust.” Or that GM …
