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The Green Bay Packers head into their bye week hoping to repeat the strong finish they had last season
The Green Bay Packers head into their bye week hoping to repeat the strong finish they had last season
The Green Bay Packers enter their bye week with a tougher path to winning the NFC North after losses to the Minnesota Vikings and the division-leading Detroit Lions.
However, they are in a better position than they were at the same point last season.
If the playoffs started today, the Packers (6-3) would be the NFC’s No. 7 seed, the same spot they were in last year. At this point last season, they were 3-6 but managed to win six of their final eight games.
That late-season push included a wild-card win over Dallas before they were eliminated with a 24-21 loss to San Francisco in the divisional playoffs. That stretch made Green Bay believe this year’s team could reach the Super Bowl for the first time since their 2010 championship season.
To achieve that goal, the Packers know they need to improve their performance in the second half of the season.
“One of the things we’re going to talk about as a staff is just some of the things we did the back half of the (2023) season to allow us to develop and continue to get better,” said coach Matt LaFleur on Monday.
“A lot of it just started with our approach to practice, how much competition we had in practice. I thought it made practices have more energy, and I thought it reflected in our play, quite frankly.”
The Packers are currently third in the NFC North behind the Lions (7-1) and Vikings (6-2). Green Bay will face Detroit on Dec. 5 and Minnesota on Dec. 29.
The Packers are 0-2 in divisional games, with five turnovers and three takeaways in their 31-29 loss to Minnesota and their defeat to Detroit on Sunday. In their other seven games, they have totaled 16 takeaways and just eight giveaways.
“Those are two games that we did not play our best at all,” quarterback Jordan Love said after the loss to the Lions. “So too many mistakes and, like I said, just didn’t play our best in these games.
We need to be able to go out there and execute at a high level and play our best ball. So, it’s definitely very disappointing, but (those are) two teams that we’ll see again this season.”
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Infamous Packer key man Released by NFC Rival just now
Following a disappointing preseason, the Green Bay Packers made a surprising move by releasing second-year kicker Anders Carlson. Carlson had been competing intensely with veteran Greg Joseph during training camp.
In the end, though, neither kicker secured the spot, as the Packers opted for a different option, choosing Brayden Narveson instead.
Carlson, now 26, soon found a new chance, signing with the San Francisco 49ers last month. The 49ers, facing a shortage of healthy kickers after Jake Moody and Matthew Wright sustained injuries, were in urgent need of reinforcements.
Carlson was elevated twice from the 49ers’ practice squad, playing in Weeks 7 and 8 against the Kansas City Chiefs and Dallas Cowboys. In these appearances, he performed impressively, hitting 5-for-5 on field goals and 3-for-4 on extra points—a significant improvement from his preseason struggles with the Packers.
However, with Moody nearing a return from injury, Carlson will need to seek another opportunity.
Packers News: Anders Carlson Kicked to Curb by 49ers
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports that the 49ers have released former Green Bay kicker Anders Carlson from their practice squad, filling his spot with veteran safety Tashaun Gibson.
Despite the release, Carlson should have a good chance of finding another team soon, as he performed well in his two games with the 49ers. While Carlson struggled with longer kicks as a rookie in Green Bay, making just 7 of 13 attempts from beyond 40 yards, he showed improvement in San Francisco, hitting 4-for-4 from that range. Although it didn’t work out with the Packers, Carlson’s potential remains promising.
LB confirm a commitment to Miami Hurricanes
Miami is actively pursuing Seffner (Fla.) Armwood linebacker Kellen Wiley, and it appears he’s set to make a third visit this fall after spending time with the program over the weekend.
Wiley shared with InsideTheU on Wednesday morning that he has scheduled an official visit with Miami on November 23, aligning with the team’s final home game of the season against Wake Forest.
Standing at 6-foot-4 and 225 pounds, Wiley is a teammate and close friend of Miami running back commit Girard Pringle Jr., and the two recently visited South Florida together.
Breaking News: The Ravens are breaking out their first-ever alternate helmet next week due to…
In an exciting twist for Baltimore Ravens fans, the team will debut their first-ever alternate helmet next week as part of a special celebration. The Ravens’ decision to roll out the new helmet comes as the team commemorates an important milestone — the 800th game in franchise history.
This game, which will take place next week, marks an incredible achievement for the team, and the alternate helmet will be a way to honor the history and evolution of the franchise. The Ravens have been a part of the NFL since 1996, and this is just the latest chapter in their rich history.
A New Look for a New Era
The alternate helmet features a sleek new design, blending the classic purple and black color scheme with subtle yet bold additions that reflect the team’s heritage. The helmet will be paired with a special uniform to enhance the overall aesthetic, adding to the team’s appeal as they make their historic mark.
Fans and players alike have expressed excitement over the new look, as it brings a fresh dynamic to the team’s iconic gear. Ravens’ head coach John Harbaugh spoke about the significance of the alternate helmet, noting that it not only symbolizes the 800th game milestone but also serves as a reminder of the growth the team has undergone since its inception.
“We’re proud of where we’ve come, and we’re excited to showcase this new helmet as we continue to move forward into the next chapter of Ravens football,” Harbaugh said. “It’s about celebrating the past while embracing the future.”
What to Expect from the Big Game
As the Ravens prepare to take the field next week with their new helmets, all eyes will be on the action. This game will not only be significant for its historical context but also for the high stakes involved as the team pushes toward a potential playoff berth.
Ravens fans can expect a lot of energy and excitement as the team competes with a revitalized look that will surely make a statement both on and off the field. Whether you’re tuning in from the stands or watching at home, the debut of the alternate helmet will be a memorable moment for all involved.
As Baltimore heads into this milestone game, one thing is for certain — history is being made, and the Ravens are ready to show the world a whole new side of their identity.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Ravens’ 800th game celebration and the debut of their first-ever alternate helmet!
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