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FILE - In this Jan. 27, 2019, file photo, NFC quarterback Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks throws a pass against the AFC during the first half of their NFL Pro Bowl football game in Orlando, Fla. Wilson posted a video to social media early Tuesday, April 16, 2019, saying, "Seattle, we got a deal," shortly after a reported midnight deadline for the Seahawks and their star quarterback to agree on a contract extension. Wilson's current $87.6 million, four-year deal was signed at the beginning of training camp in 2015 and was set to expire after next season. (AP Photo/Phelan Ebenhack, File)
New deal with Seahawks makes Wilson highest-paid NFL player

By Tim Booth Apr. 16, 2019 04:18 AM EDT

Packers claim kicker Sam Ficken off waivers from Seahawks

Apr. 15, 2019 07:13 PM EDT
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers have claimed kicker Sam Ficken off waivers from the Seattle Seahawks, bringing in potential competition for 13-year...

FILE - In this Oct. 14, 2018, file photo, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the New York Jets, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Healthy Luck dances way through 'best offseason ever'

By Michael Marot Apr. 15, 2019 05:30 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 2, 2011, file photo, former Green Bay Packers player and Hall of Famer Forrest Gregg is introduced at halftime of the Packers game against the Denver Broncos at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisc. The Pro Football Hall of Fame says Green Bay Packers great Forrest Gregg has died. He was 85. The Hall did not disclose details about his death in its statement Friday, April 12, 2019. (Corey Wilson/The Green Bay Press-Gazette via AP, File)
Forrest Gregg, lineman for mighty Packers teams, dies at 85

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 12, 2019 10:24 AM EDT

Jets sign former Ravens, Packers RB/WR Ty Montgomery

Apr. 11, 2019 08:14 PM EDT
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Jets have signed former Baltimore and Green Bay running back Ty Montgomery, giving them some versatility and depth in the...

FILE - In this Nov. 4, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy speaks to the media following an NFL football game against the New England Patriots,in Foxborough, Mass. McCarthy says in a new interview that he was “stunned” at the timing of his firing and that his dismissal “couldn’t have been handled any worse.” McCarthy tells ESPN in a story published Wednesday, April 3, 2019, that he knew it might be time for him to go if the Packers missed the playoffs. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
Green Bay Packers at New England Patriots 11/4/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 3, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' team president Mark Murphy speaks about the firing of head coach Mike McCarthy during a press conference at Lambeau field in Green Bay, Wisc. McCarthy says in a new interview that he was “stunned” at the timing of his firing and that his dismissal “couldn’t have been handled any worse.” McCarthy tells ESPN in a story published Wednesday, April 3, 2019, that he knew it might be time for him to go if the Packers missed the playoffs. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Arizona Cardinals at Green Bay Packers 12/2/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 24, 2018, file photo, Oakland Raiders cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (36) against the Green Bay Packers during the second half of an NFL preseason football game in Oakland, Calif. Rodgers-Cromartie has come out of a brief retirement to join the Washington Redskins. The team announced an agreement on a contract with Rodgers-Cromartie on Twitter Friday, March 15, 2019. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Green Bay Packers at Oakland Raiders 8/24/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 16, 2018, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals outside linebacker Vontaze Burfict walks the field during practice before an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Cincinnati. The Bengals terminated the contract of Burfict on Monday, March 18, 2019, releasing him to free agency. (AP Photo/Frank Victores, File)
Oakland Raiders at Cincinnati Bengals 12/16/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Bashaud Breeland returns an interception for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Green Bay, Wis. The Kansas City Chiefs have signed Breeland to a $2 million contract on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, for the upcoming season that could be worth an additional $3 million if incentives are met. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)
Atlanta Falcons at Green Bay Packers 12/9/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM 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

CORRECTS TO 12-YEAR CAREER, NOT 11 - FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2015, file photo, Green Bay Packers fullback John Kuhn celebrates after scoring on a 5-yard run against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif. The Former Packers fullback announced his retirement Wednesday, March 6, 2019, after a 12-year career. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)
Packers-Raiders 12/20/2015

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

CORRECTS TO 12-YEAR CAREER, NOT 11 - FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2016, file photo, Green Bay Packers fullback John Kuhn is stopped on a run during the second half an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Green Bay, Wis. The Former Packers fullback announced his retirement Wednesday, March 6, 2019, after a 12-year career. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Vikings-Packers 1/3/2016

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2018, file photo, Miami Dolphins' Danny Amendola runs after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, in Green Bay, Wis. The Detroit Lions signed Danny Amendola, giving them a slot receiver they missed after trading Golden Tate to Philadelphia last season. Detroit made the move Monday, March 11, 2019, to add another former New England Patriot to the organization. Amendola had 59 receptions for 575 yards and one touchdown last season with the Miami Dolphins after playing for New England from 2013-17 and winning two Super Bowls. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Miami Dolphins at Green Bay Packers 11/11/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 25, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, in Minneapolis. A complaint has been filed against former Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy, accusing him of verbally confronting referees after a loss for his stepson's high school basketball team. The Pulaski School District confirms it was McCarthy who berated the officials and followed them as they were escorted from a game Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings 11/25/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, with green cap, watches during the second half of an NBA basketball game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Oklahoma City Thunder Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash)
Oklahoma City Thunder at Milwaukee Bucks 4/10/2019

Apr. 10, 2019 10:31 PM 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 Sept. 9, 2018, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Morgan Burnett stands on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Cleveland. The Browns intend to sign former Packers and Steelers safety Morgan Burnett and quarterback Garrett Gilbert, who played in the failed Alliance of American Football, a person familiar with the plans told The Associated Press on Friday, April 5, 2019. Burnett, who was released by Pittsburgh earlier this week, could get a multi-year deal with Cleveland, said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deals are still pending physicals.(AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns sign former Steelers S Burnett, ex-AAF QB Gilbert

By Tom Withers Apr. 05, 2019 01:05 PM EDT

Raiders sign free agent wide receiver Ryan Grant

Apr. 03, 2019 05:33 PM EDT
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — Free agent wide receiver Ryan Grant has signed with the Oakland Raiders. The Raiders announced the move Wednesday. Grant made a...

FILE - In this Dec. 3, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' team president Mark Murphy speaks about the firing of head coach Mike McCarthy during a press conference at Lambeau field in Green Bay, Wisc. McCarthy says in a new interview that he was “stunned” at the timing of his firing and that his dismissal “couldn’t have been handled any worse.” McCarthy tells ESPN in a story published Wednesday, April 3, 2019, that he knew it might be time for him to go if the Packers missed the playoffs. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
McCarthy: Firing 'couldn't have been handled any worse'

Apr. 03, 2019 04:45 PM EDT