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Green Bay's recent dominance on defense has Packers believing they can make a deep playoff run
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Even though their long-shot hopes of winning the NFC North have vanished, the playoff-bound Green Bay Packers believe they can make a legitimate run at their first Super Bowl appearance since their 2010 championship season. A rapidly improving defense gives...
Cooper making big difference for Packers defense in his rookie season
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper has made the most of his limited opportunities. The Packers can’t wait to see what the rookie second-round pick from Texas A&M will do next. In his return after missing three games, Cooper...
Packers must try to maintain the pass-rushing prowess they showcased in Seattle
Green Bay needs to establish a more consistent pass rush to have a chance of making a deep postseason run as a likely NFC wild-card team. The Packers’ 30-13 victory at Seattle on Sunday represented a major step in the right direction. Green Bay (10-4) constantly...
Packers' improving run defense ready for challenge against NFC North-leading Lions
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Defending the run has been one of the Green Bay Packers’ weaknesses over the last several years. Not so much lately, though. Green Bay limited San Francisco to 16 carries for 44 yards in a 38-10 rout of the 49ers on Nov. 24, with two-time...
Packers' pass rushers attempt to make statement as they open post-Smith era against struggling Bears
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay’s new defensive scheme under first-year coordinator Jeff Hafley has produced more turnovers but hasn’t yet resulted in an upgraded pass rush. The Packers have an opportunity to change that this weekend. Green Bay showed confidence...
Major upgrades at safety position spark Packers' surge in takeaways
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The position that ranked among the Green Bay Packers’ biggest weaknesses last year has developed into a major strength. Green Bay underwent an offseason overhaul at safety by signing Xavier McKinney from the New York Giants and drafting Javon Bullard in the...
