All Entries Tagged With: "Ted Thompson"
Point of Veau: Did Thompson Get Fleeced or Is He Smart as a Fox?
If you think the Packers lost out on getting West Virginia wide receiver Stedman Bailey on Friday, you’re lambasting Ted Thompson. But if you love 10 Day 3 draft picks, you’re praising him.
Podcast: Knee-Jerk Reaction to the Great Trade-Down of 2013
The Packers currently have 10 picks on Day 3 of the NFL Draft. Brian Carriveau and “Jersey” Al Bracco discuss their options.
Packers Calendar: Schedule Release and Pre-Draft Press Conference
There are schedule-release specials airing at 7 p.m. CT on both the NFL Network and ESPN on Thursday evening.
Making Sense of Thompson’s Free-Agent Frugality
Much to the dismay of some fans, the cash-plump Packers have passed on several free agents. There’s reason behind GM Ted Thompson’s frugality.
Perspective
Feeling just a little anxious as the free agents keep bypassing the Frozen Tundra, bringing offseason Super Bowl championships all over the NFL? C.D. Angeli reminds you the Signing of the Year is on the horizon, and its all about the Packers.
Packers “Very Close” to Re-Signing LB Robert Francois
According to reports, the Packers are on the verge of re-signing inside linebacker and core special teamer Robert Francois.
Platteville’s McWethy Catches the Eye of Packers, Other NFL Teams
University of Wisconsin-Platteville safety Ryan McWethy put up numbers at his pro day workout that were were on par with those at the NFL Combine.
Ted Thompson Looks on as Montee Ball Improves 40 Time at Wisconsin Pro Day
Packers general manager Ted Thompson was in attendance at the University of Wisconsin’s pro day workout on Wednesday.
Elam, Thomas Will Have Packers Second-Guessing Size Requirements in Secondary
Matt Elam of Florida and Shamarko Thomas of Syracuse are both under 5-11, an invisible height barrier that the Packers have rarely broken under Ted Thompson.
Thompson Loses Murderer’s Row of NFL Talent Evaluators, Difficult Road Lies Ahead
Now that John Schneider, Reggie McKenzie and John Dorsey are leading their own teams, Ted Thompson will be challenged to find new player talent with a revamped front office.
Re-Grading the Packers 2010 NFL Draft
With three years in the books, it’s time to re-examine the 2010 draft class of Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson.
The Rise and ___ of the Thompson Empire
Ted Thompson may have written the book on how to build a Super Bowl team through the draft, but he may want to read Belichick’s book on how to maintain that team after you’ve won it.
Is It Time To Accept “Favre The Player” Back Into The Fold?
Last night, Packer Nation was sent back in time to 2008, unleashing the anger and frustration with Brett Favre, despite Rodgers’ apparent olive branch offered last night at the NFL Honors Awards Show. Do we have to accept Favre back?
Schematica and the Future of the Packers Defense
The exposure of the Packers’ 3-4 defense against the read-option offense has some folks calling for a switch to a 4-3 scheme. It’s time to quit worrying about the scheme and start worrying about the kind of players we are bringing in.
Packers Daily Links: Thompson Cites Injuries as Sample of Team’s Bad Luck
Packers general manager Ted Thompson met with the media while at the Senior Bowl. That and more in today’s Daily Links…
Railbird Central Podcast: Thompson Scouts Shrine Game Talent
Paul Guillemette of GBNReport.com and PigskinPaul.com joins us to preview the East-West Shrine Game where Ted Thompson was in attendance at practice.
Snowy Comebacks, a Familiar Setting for Packers RB Ryan Grant
Recently re-signed RB Ryan Grant returns to the Packers Sunday night against the Detroit Lions. With comeback on his mind and snow in the forecast, the setting should be a familiar one for Grant.
Starks Injury Might Force Packers To Make a Move at RB
James Starks’ knee injury might land him on season-ending IR. If that’s the case, Packers GM Ted Thompson will likely have to make a move at the RB position.
Packers: Trade Deadline Deals for RBs Jackson, Williams Unlikely
A trade-deadline move for either Steven Jackson or DeAngelo Williams looks unlikely for Ted Thompson and the Green Bay Packers.
Packers Are Sixth-Youngest Team in the NFL
The Packers have been one of the six youngest teams in the NFL every year since 2006.
