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Emerging performance evidence shows the Packers are closer to legitimate contention than commonly believed

Yes, it was an underwhelming 2025 season for the Green Bay Packers. The team was the seventh seed in the NFC once again and went one-and-done in the playoffs after a heartbreaking loss to the Chicago Bears.

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Packers’ Micah Parsons nearly breaks Penn State hockey player’s hand in unhinged moment

Superstar NFL pass rusher Micah Parsons plays for the Green Bay Packers, but it’s clear why he was not cheering for the No. 5 Wisconsin Badgers in last Saturday’s NCAA hockey game at Kohl Center. With the No.

Micah Parsons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 26

What is the only reason Packers’ Micah Parsons will watch Super Bowl LX?

Fans usually have to wait until Super Bowl week to hear a player’s in-depth thoughts about the big game, as they weigh in on the teams, maybe make a prediction, provide a couple of personal updates, and of course, promote their latest sponsorship with Dove, Visa or a new energy drink.

Rasheed Walker News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 26

Packers’ Rasheed Walker arrested on gun charges at LaGuardia Airport

Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Rasheed Walker was arrested Friday morning at LaGuardia Airport in New York after attempting to travel with a firearm without the credentials required under New York law.

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The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?

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Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 26

Green Bay Packers: Jonathan Gannon turned down 2 other jobs in order to join Matt LaFleur’s staff

The Green Bay Packers have hired Jonathan Gannon to be their defensive coordinator for the 2026 NFL season and beyond. The move, which surprised many fans, drew mixed reactions on social media.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / January 26

Five Roster-Building Lessons Packers Can Learn From Super Bowl Teams

The Seattle Seahawks are back in the Super Bowl for the first time since 2014. The New England Patriots are back in the Super Bowl after back-to-back four-win seasons.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 26

Green Bay Packers: former QB Aaron Rodgers snubbed for 11th Pro Bowl as Shedeur Sanders named to AFC roster

Former Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is one of the greatest players to ever play the game. Even before he left the Packers following the 2022 NFL season, he was a sure-fire Pro Football Hall of Famer.

Matt Lafleur News / The Lead / January 26

Ed Policy Signals Long-Term Faith in the Matt LaFleur Era

When the Green Bay Packers’ 2025–26 season ended, many were unsure about the future of head coach Matt LaFleur. Those questions arose from Ed Policy’s decision to delay extension talks, as LaFleur still had one year remaining on his contract entering the 2025 season.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / January 26

Cardinals Arrange Second Mike LaFleur HC Interview

With the Rams‘ season having ended on Sunday, their staffers are free to speak with interested teams about head coaching vacancies. That makes Mike LaFleur one of the top names to watch over the coming days.

Jonathan Gannon News / PackersTalk.com / January 26

New Kid On The Block: Packers Hire Jonathan Gannon at DC

The Green Bay Packers’ search for a new defensive coordinator came to an end on Sunday morning, thanks to the hire of former Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / January 26

Packers strengthen multiple areas of the roster with valuable additions in this latest 7-round mock draft

The Green Bay Packers have obvious needs entering the 2026 offseason. On defense, the interior of the defensive line and cornerback are areas that demand upgrades, while depth on the offensive line and at running back are keys for the offense.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / January 26

Green Bay Packers Insider Reveals Reason For The Quick Hiring Of Jonathan Gannon

The NFL coaching carousel spins fast, and if you blink, you might miss the biggest moves. For Green Bay Packers fans, this week has been a whirlwind of rumors, “what ifs,” and finally, a concrete decision.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / January 26

Packers 2025 Season Report Card: Grading Elite Safeties

With Xavier McKinney, Evan Williams and Javon Bullard, the Green Bay Packers might have the best group of safeties in the NFL. In Part 10 of our annual Packers report cards, we focus on the safeties.

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NFL News / WI Sports Heroics / January 26

Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons reveals who he thinks will win Super Bowl 60 matchup between Seahawks and Patriots

The Green Bay Packers, like 27 other NFL teams, will be watching Super Bowl LX instead of playing in it. On Sunday, the New England Patriots defeated the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship by the low score of 10-7.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / January 26

Packers face an uncommon crossroads with multiple roster calls to make and depth factoring heavily

For a player to become a restricted free agent, it's usually a very particular situation. Since drafted players have four-year deals to enter the NFL and restricted free agents are players whose contracts expire after three accrued seasons in the league, it's a somewhat rare situation.

NFL News / WI Sports Heroics / January 26

DeMarcus Lawrence’s shot at Packers’ Micah Parsons resurfaces

DeMarcus Lawrence and Micah Parsons used to be teammates during their days with the Dallas Cowboys, but that doesn’t mean they’re friendly to each other these days.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / January 26

The Packers make First big Coaching Change

On Sunday, the Packers announced the hire of Jonathan Gannon for Defensive Coordinator. With Jeff Hafley leaving for the Dolphins head coaching job, the major question looming for the staff was who would replace him.

Jonathan Gannon News / A to Z Sports / January 26

Defensive players with strong ties to Jonathan Gannon could emerge as Packers targets this offseason

Personnel was a big issue for the Arizona Cardinals throughout Jonathan Gannon's tenure as the team's head coach over the past three years. That's the big reason why the Cardinals were 30th in defensive DVOA in 2025, but there was still some competition to hire Gannon as a defensive coordinator.

Jonathan Gannon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 25

Packers hiring Jonathan Gannon as defensive coordinator

The Packers have found a new defensive coordinator.

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Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / January 25

Packers Offseason 2026: Most Important Dates To Be Aware Of!

Well, the Green Bay Packers’ offseason has started much earlier than any of us really wanted. Once again. And while we all wait for the Packers to announce coaching staff changes – including who will be the new defensive coordinator – now is a good time to review some of the key dates and milestones for the upcoming offseason.