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Philadelphia Eagles' Carson Wentz (11) wipes his face during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Eagles too banged-up to fly past Packers

By Barry Wilner Sep. 25, 2019 12:38 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) runs onto the field before an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Packers' revamped defense looks to slow Dalvin Cook

By Keith Jenkins Sep. 12, 2019 07:19 PM EDT

FILE - In this May 21, 2019, file photo, Green Bay Packers linebacker Rashan Gary stretches during NFL football practice in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers used major assets this offseason to upgrade their defense and defensive coordinator Mike Pettine and others are seeing the difference. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)
Rodgers: Packers' new-look defense has 'a little more juice'

By Keith Jenkins Aug. 01, 2019 06:01 PM EDT

Baltimore Ravens NFL football first round draft pick Marquise Brown, center, stands with head coach John Harbaugh, left, and Executive Vice President/General Manager Eric DeCosta before being introduced to the media Friday, April 26, 2019, in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
DeCosta cements several holes in NFL draft debut with Ravens

By David Ginsburg Apr. 27, 2019 05:56 PM EDT

FILE - In this March 3, 2019, file photo, Michigan defensive lineman Rashan Gary runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, in Indianapolis. Gary is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Packers take Gary at No. 12, trade up for Savage at No. 21

Apr. 25, 2019 10:01 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers warms up before an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers have needed the draft for fixes on defense the last few years, but this might be the time for them to swing back to the other side of the ball after a lackluster performance in 2018 by the offense and to give quarterback Aaron Rodgers more help. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)
Free-agent pickups ease pressure on Packers at draft

Apr. 22, 2019 04:02 PM EDT

FILE - In this Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018, file photo, Dallas Cowboys defensive end Demarcus Lawrence (90) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Arlington, Texas. Two people with direct knowledge of the decision say the Cowboys are placing the franchise tag on Lawrence for the second consecutive year. The decision means Lawrence has a one-year offer for a $20.5 million while the sides keep working on a long-term contract. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday, March 4, 2019, because the decision has not been announced. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins, File)
Washington Redskins at Dallas Cowboys 11/22/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers speaks to members of the media at Lambeau Field on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis. (Adam Wesley/The Post-Crescent via AP)
Packers have had a soap opera of an offseason

Apr. 10, 2019 06:49 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2018, file photo, Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Za'Darius Smith gestures in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Baltimore. The Green Bay Packers agreed to $183 million worth of contracts Tuesday, March 12, 2019, with edge rusher Za’Darius Smith, linebacker Preston Smith, safety Adrian Amos and offensive lineman Billy Turner. The signings should improve a defense that ranked 18th in the NFL in 2018 and add some more protection for quarterback Aaron Rodgers. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
Rare display: Packers introduce 4 free agents

Mar. 14, 2019 06:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 5, 2019, file photo, New England Patriots Jason, left, and Devin McCourty react to fans during their Super Bowl victory parade in Boston. The Patriots’ twin combination in the secondary will remain intact for another season. A person familiar with the move says cornerback Jason McCourty has agreed to a two-year deal to remain with the Super Bowl champions. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because teams are not permitted to announce any moves until later in the day. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)
The Latest: Source: Adrian Peterson to return to Redskins

By The Associated Press Mar. 13, 2019 09:23 PM EDT

FILE - This is a 2018 file photo showing Sheldon Richardson of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. A person familiar with the deal says the Cleveland Browns and free agent defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson have agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract. Richardson has played with three other team since 2013 and will receive $21.5 million guaranteed.The person spoke to The Associated Press on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, on the condition of anonymity because NFL rules prohibit teams from announcing signings until 4 p.m. EDT Wednesday. (AP Photo/File) (AP Photo)
The Latest: Titans agree with Cameron Wake on 3-year deal

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2019 11:19 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, fans fill Arrowhead Stadium as the Kansas City Chiefs run onto the field before an NFL game against the Denver Broncos in Kansas City, Mo. A state panel in Missouri has ruled that the Kansas City Chiefs owe $930,000 in back tax plus interest on the decade-old Arrowhead Stadium renovation. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann, File)
Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs 10/28/2018

Feb. 13, 2019 06:14 AM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns head coach Gregg Williams speaks at a news conference after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, in Baltimore. Gregg Williams has been hired, Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, as the New York Jets' defensive coordinator, the first major staff addition by Adam Gase since he became coach. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
Cleveland Browns at Baltimore Ravens 12/30/2018

Feb. 13, 2019 04:50 AM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 23, 2018, file photo, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Nick Mullens (4) is hit by Chicago Bears defensive end Akiem Hicks, left, and outside linebacker Khalil Mack during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif. An already strong Bears defense got only better with the acquisition of elite pass rusher Mack before the season. With Mack and Akiem Hicks wreaking havoc up front and Eddie Jackson and Kyle Fuller providing big plays from the secondary, the Bears allowed the fewest points in the NFL this season and appear to have the defense best equipped for a long postseason run starting with Sunday's home game against defending champion Philadelphia. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Chicago Bears at San Francisco 49ers 12/23/2018

Feb. 12, 2019 11:00 AM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2018, file photo, Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh speaks at a news conference after an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Baltimore. It should be a busy offseason for Harbaugh, who's working with a new contract, adjusting to a first-year general manager and teaming with a different offensive coordinator. (AP Photo/Gail Burton, File)
Harbaugh ready to launch 'new era of football' for Ravens

By David Ginsburg Jan. 25, 2019 03:47 PM EST