Yardbarker: Donald Driver

In the case of Charles Woodson, Packers learned from their mistake with Driver.

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:30:37 -0400

On February 15 the Packers released a longtime veteran who was just as important in the locker room as he was on the field. Without even asking whether or not he would accept a pay cut Charles Woodson was unceremoniously released. Some looked at this move with skepticism citing the fact the Packers did not have an experienced option across from Morgan Burnett at the safety position. With MD Jennings and Jeron McMillan however the Packers went with youth learning from a mistake they made just one year ago. After winning “Dancing With the Stars” Donald Driver’s popularity was at an all-time high. Driver was coming off a season with 37 receptions, the lowest he’d tallied since 2000. It was clear that Driver’s role within the offense was declining. With options like Jordy Nelson, Greg Jennings, Randall Cobb, and James Jones all ahead of him on the depth chart Driver was in for a training camp battle. It was a struggle with Tori Gurley, Jarrett Boykin, and Diondre Borel all vying for a r...

Aaron Rodgers: “Randall Cobb is a guy who could be a 100-plus catch guy every year”

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:33:38 -0400

Now that Donald Driver and Greg Jennings are no longer around, the Packers will need there other receivers to step up. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers believes Randall Cobb can haul in 100 receptions a season. “I still like the guys we’ve got,” Rodgers said, per ESPNWisconsin.com. “We have a lot of talent at that position. I think Randall Cobb is a guy who could be a 100-plus catch guy every year. James Jones led the league in touchdown receptions last year. (And) Jordy has had some real big years for us.” I agree with Rodgers that Cobb could catch 100 balls a season, but he won’t because of how much Aaron spreads the ball around. The Packers offense isn’t designed to feed the ball strictly to one player. Need NFL Tickets? The post Aaron Rodgers: “Randall Cobb is a guy who could be a 100-plus catch guy every year” appeared first on Pro Football Zone.

Broken Ankle May End Tretter's Year

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:19:00 -0400

Plus, practice highlights from Tuesday, coach Mike McCarthy on Sam Shields' contract situation and Aaron Rodgers on life without Donald Driver and Charles Woodson.

Randall Cobb ready to step up in Green Bay

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:27:39 -0400

Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb told the Green Bay Press-Gazette that he’s ready to step up now that Greg Jennings and Donald Driver are no long around. “I think definitely with Donald retiring and Greg leaving, it’s definitely going to be a lot more weight on me, James and Jordy’s shoulders,” Cobb said. “But we’re taking on the challenge head-on. We’ve been really excited to get back and work. We’ve got some young guys, some drafted guys that’s coming in. We’re excited to get back to work and see how it’s going to turn out this year.” Cobb says he still has a lot of room to grow as a player. “I really don’t think I’ve peaked yet,” Cobb said. “I’m 22 years old. I’ve got a lot of learning still to do. I have a long way to go and I just hope I continue to get better over the next years.” Cobb is a dynamic player that can give opposing defenses nightmares. I think he’ll only get better as time goes on. Need NFL Tickets? The post Randall Cobb ready to step

Donald Driver surprises his biggest fan

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:33:59 -0500

Donald Driver spent all 14 years of his career with the Green Bay Packers, and he is one of the most popular players in team history. While there are plenty of No. 80 jerseys floating around the Green Bay area at the moment, the owner of one of them may be his biggest fan. Angie LeRoy, a 78-year-old cancer survivor from Bellevue, recently decorated her door to honor Driver and his impending retirement. She tried and was unable to score tickets to his official retirement party, but she had a more simple wish anyway. “He is my idol,” LeRoy said according to FOX 11. “I was a cancer survivor, and I just hope someday I can get a big hug from him.” Her wish came true on Wednesday. Before Driver left Green Bay with his family, he paid LeRoy a surprise visit and gave her the hug she has been waiting for. He also autographed a number of items for her, including the No. 80 jersey that she happened to be wearing when Driver knocked on her door. To top it all off, a FOX 11 viewer gave LeRoy an ...

After ceremony, Driver made surprise stop

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:21:24 -0500

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Donald Driver isn't the most popular player in recent Packers history just for catching passes. The beloved and newly retired wide receiver had one more surprise Wednesday on his way out of Green Bay. Just hours after the franchise's all-time leading receiver gave his tearful goodbye in front of 1,500 fans inside the Lambeau Field Atrium, he stopped by the home of a 78-year-old Packers fan, Angie LeRoy. LeRoy had been featured on a story on FOX-11 in Green Bay on Tuesday, showcasing the front door decorations that she made in honor of Driver's retirement. It was during that interview which also led to LeRoy getting a ticket to Driver's ceremony -- that LeRoy said, "I just hope someday I can get a big hug from him." After Driver saw the story, he made LeRoy's wish come true. Driver rang LeRoy's doorbell Wednesday. "Oh, my God," LeRoy said as she realized who was standing across from her. "Oh, my God! Oh, my God! Come in." Driver ga

Fans flock to Donald Driver’s retirement ceremony (Photos)

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 14:57:02 -0500

Green Bay Packers’ fans flocked to watch wide receiver Donald Driver officially retire today at Lambeau Field’s atrium. As you can see from the photo of Driver on the stage, a street will be named after him. Tyler Dunne of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel transcribed from of his speech. Driver: Now you know why Packer fans are so special. They show the loyalty, they show the respect. So now, I give you all the respect. — Tyler Dunne (@TyDunne) February 6, 2013 Driver really fighting back tears on the stage. Is handed a tissue. — Tyler Dunne (@TyDunne) February 6, 2013 Driver: I’d like to thank one of my good friends, it’s an honor to play for Coach Mike McCarthy. — Tyler Dunne (@TyDunne) February 6, 2013 Driver: I know where this team is going (fan yells “to the Super Bowl!”). …But I love you. I really do. — Tyler Dunne (@TyDunne) February 6, 2013 We certainly wish Driver the best as he starts a new chapter in his life. Need NFL Tickets? var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { va

Donald Driver speaks out on retirement

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:22:57 -0500

During the previous off-season we wondered out loud if the Green Bay Packers would do the right thing and let Donald Driver play out one final year with the team. They did and now he is saying goodbye. Driver announced through various outlets on Thursday that he is officially retiring. Please Click Here Read This Story. The post Donald Driver speaks out on retirement appeared first on Players View Dot Net

Packers WR Donald Driver set to retire, says “I’m not coming back. I’m at peace.”

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:11:59 -0500

Green Bay Packers WR Donald Driver is set to retire on Feb 6, 2013 according to a team press release. Driver is the Packers all-time leading receiver in receptions and yards. He was a member of the Super Bowl XLV Championship team. Driver was a part of three Pro Bowl teams and had seven [...]

Green Bay Packers WR Donald Driver Announces Retirement

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 08:29:17 -0500

Packers WR Donald Driver is retiring after 14 seasons. Green Bay Packers wide receiver Donald Driver announced on ESPN Radio Thursday morning that he is retiring after 14 memorable seasons. The Packers have scheduled an official retirement ceremony for Wednesday, Feb. 6, in the Lambeau Field Atrium. Fans can attend and tickets will be available at the Packers ticket office starting Friday. Driver is the Packers all-time leader in receptions (743), receiving yards (19,137), 1,000-yard receiving seasons (7), 50-catch seasons (9), consecutive games with a catch (133), most receptions at Lambeau Field (363 and receiving yards at Lambeau Field (5,000). What else is there to say about Driver? He was one of my favorite Packers of all time and will be remembered as one of the greatest Packers ever. Leave your favorite Driver memories in the comments section and let’s spend today remembering No. 80 for everything he’s done for the Green and Gold. —————— Adam Czech is a freelance reporter an...

Donald Driver Tribute Video: Forever a Packer

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 20:31:19 -0500

Seeing Donald Driver stand on the sidelines last week, a healthy scratch in what could be his last game at Lambeau Field, the time seemed right for a tribute video. Well, funny how this worked out, I have one for you: Another fine video effort by Dale Decker. For more of his Packers tribute videos, head on over to his Packers Youtube channel. —————— Follow Jersey Al: Follow @JerseyAlGBP !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="http://feedproxy.google.com//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); Add to Circleson Jersey Al Bracco is the founder and editor of "AllGreenBayPackers.com. He can be heard as one of the Co-Hosts on Cheesehead Radio and is the Green Bay Packers Draft Analyst for Drafttek.com. —————— 'Donald Driver Tribute Video: Forever a P

Packers’ Donald Driver still has the drive

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 10:00:17 -0400

Whether you rooted for him all season or his boot tapping, thigh slapping free style won you over, Green Bay Packers WR Donald Driver was one of the most enjoyable and entertaining stars to watch on season 14 of Dancing With the Stars. As he held up that Mirrorball trophy alongside partner Peta Murgatroyd, the pure [...]

Watch the Video: Donald Driver Wins on Dancing With the Stars: The Cha Cha

Tue, 22 May 2012 22:57:32 -0400

Video from week 10 (The Finale) of ABC’s Dancing With the Stars. Lets see what Donald Driver and Peta Murgatroyd came up with for the Cha Cha: For the second night in a row, Donald and Peta scored perfect 10s across the board. Like a football team surging through the playoffs, Donald and Peta peaked at the best possible time. —————— Follow @JerseyAlGBP !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="http://feedproxy.google.com//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); You can follow Jersey Al on Facebook and Twitter . #82914 on the Packers Season Ticket Waiting List. Be sure to bookmark Jersey Al’s AllGreenBayPackers.com where we are "All Packers All the Time" Jersey Al Bracco can be heard as one of the Co-Hosts on Cheesehead Radio and is the Green Bay Packers Draft Analyst ...

Donald Driver: Packer for Life?

Thu, 17 May 2012 16:20:11 -0400

Donald Driver: Packer for life? When Donald Driver tweeted that he’d be a “packer for life”, speculation around the Internet and Twitter grew rampant. Did Driver just re-work his contract? Had he been released and will be retiring at the end of the year? Mike Florio at ProFootballTalk.com spoke to Driver’s agent, Jordan Woy, who stated that, “the Packers have always wanted Driver back.” He went on to add, “He has been busy with the DWTS show and the team knows that. I discussed deal structure with the team a while ago and we will work out the details once Donald returns to Green Bay.” This clearly doesn’t put an end to the questions surrounding Driver and Green Bay’s plan for him in 2012. However, upon first glance, it definitely appears as if Driver could be back for another year with the Packers. This is definitely a little puzzling because of the depth at wide receiver that Green Bay already has. Without Driver, the Packers still have Greg Jennings, Jordy Nelson, Randall Cobb

Packers Keeping 6 WRs Doesn’t Make Sense

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:00:19 -0400

Could the Packers keep six WRs to retain Donald Driver? Packers coach Mike McCarthy spoke highly of Donald Driver this week, giving no indication that the team plans to cut the 37-year-old any time soon. Of course, McCarthy wasn’t going to come out and say that Driver will be off the team shortly, so take the coach’s praise for Driver with a grain of salt. Actually, McCarthy had a general quote about the Packers WR philosphy that I think actually hurts Driver’s chances of being a Packer in 2012. McCarthy said: “We don’t just try to get four receivers or five receivers and stop there. You want to get as many as you can.” This is bad news for Driver because it tells me that the Packers won’t hesitate to draft a WR if they see one they like. No, WR isn’t a po...