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5 hours ago
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Packers rookie WR Matthew Golden gets Hall of Fame comparison before first NFL snap
Matthew Golden has only been with Green Bay for a few months, but the first-round pick is already turning heads; and picking up a nickname with historic weight. Special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia has started calling Golden 'Bullet,' a nod to Hall of Famer and Olympic gold medalist Bob Hayes. Golden, who also wears No. 22 like Hayes did with the Cowboys, embraced the comparison after looking up Hayes' legendary speed and dual-sport success. 'He told me to look him up,' Golden said, according to ESPN's Rob Demovsky. 'I seen he was real fast, so he gave me that nickname.' Known as 'Bullet Bob,' Hayes was one of the fastest men in football history. A gold medalist in the 100 meters at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, he later became a deep threat for the Dallas Cowboys and helped revolutionize the wide receiver position with his track-star speed. He remains the only athlete to win both an Olympic gold medal and a Super Bowl, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009. So far, Golden has lived up to the nickname. The rookie wideout caught a touchdown during Green Bay's opening training camp session and followed it up with a strong showing Thursday, snatching a pass in traffic before breaking away from defenders. Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp The early impact isn't going unnoticed. Golden, who caught 58 passes for 987 yards and nine touchdowns during his lone season at Texas, has already taken first-team reps and drawn praise from veteran coaches and teammates alike. He enters a crowded Packers receiver room that includes Christian Watson, Romeo Doubs, and Jayden Reed, but his speed and explosiveness give him a real shot at climbing the depth chart. Golden became the Packers' first receiver drafted in the first round since 2002, a move that underscored how highly the team views his potential. gave him a 6.42 draft grade; higher than the mark Davante Adams received in 2014. Golden is now Green Bay's highest-paid receiver by annual value after signing a fully guaranteed rookie deal worth $17.57 million.
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3 days ago
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Monday Cheese Curds: Matthew Golden's focus is on versatility
The Green Bay Packers would have had to look awfully hard to find a first-round draft pick who exhibits a better attitude than Matthew Golden. The former Texas Longhorns wide receiver is saying all the right things this offseason as he gears up for his rookie season, and it's encouraging to hear. This weekend, Golden spoke at a football camp near his hometown to talk about giving back to kids in his community. From that perspective, he's sure to be a hit in Green Bay, a place where that effort is massively appreciated. Advertisement And then there's his work ethic both on and off the field, which seems to be beyond question. Golden is confident in his ability to contribute to the Packers immediately, but he's not resting on his laurels, instead taking in all he can from the playbook and getting ready for training camp. One quality that he sees in himself that will be particularly useful for the team is versatility. Golden lined up all over the offense for the Longhorns, and he expects to be able to do so for the Packers as well. That's great news for Matt LaFleur and company, who would surely love to move him around to create advantageous matchups. It's not like Golden is particularly small, either. One of the Packers' best and most versatile wide receivers of the past two decades was Greg Jennings, who measured in at 5-11 1/8 and 197 pounds at the 2006 NFL Combine. By comparison, Golden was just 1/8-inch shorter and six pounds lighter than Jennings. Here's a look at Golden's comments, plus a goodbye message from Mark Murphy and much more. Advertisement How Packers rookie Matthew Golden gives back to community | KPRC Golden spoke to media at a football camp in Houston and is excited about being in Green Bay, where he can just focus on his craft. He feels that he can "play anywhere on the field," which is a good thing for a team that moves its receivers around all over. Picking most important position battles for Packers entering 2025 training camp | Packers Wire Wideout doesn't get a top mention here, with those spots going to cornerback, left tackle, and safety. Execs, coaches, scouts rank NFL's top 10 running backs for 2025 - ESPN Josh Jacobs ranks 6th, one spot up from where he was a season ago. MT5: Hasta la Vista, Baby! | Our big redheaded goofball says goodbye, starting off with an explanation of what "Hasta la Vista, Baby!" means for anyone who has been living under a rock for the last 35 years. Advertisement Hot dog survives locker ordeal at Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle | CTV News Just so we're clear, this was an actual dog, not a frankfurter, that was placed in a locker while its human went and explored the tourist attraction. More from
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4 days ago
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Packers' $4 million WR with 15-TD signals he is the odd man out after cryptic Stephen Curry post
The Green Bay Packers have some roster decisions to make—surprisingly, it's not the defense that needs help, but rather the wide receiver room, which may be overcrowded. It appears rookie Matthew Golden has impressed enough to potentially push a fellow receiver out of Green Bay. 'The Packers picked the fastest receiver in the draft, Matthew Golden, and early returns from Green Bay say the rookie's overall athleticism has already shown up," Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer wrote. "It'll be interesting to see whether a veteran receiver shakes free in a trade based on Golden's development." Romeo Doubs has long been rumored as the odd man out, frequently appearing in trade speculation. Most recently, he's been linked as a possible replacement for Mike Williams on the Chargers, following Williams' unexpected retirement. 'The Green Bay Packers would undoubtedly love to keep Romeo Doubs and haven't indicated any intention to trade him, but it's time they did. Now, the perfect destination has emerged. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams is surprisingly retiring from the NFL. It's a decision few saw coming, and it leaves the Chargers with a potential problem at wide receiver,' Lombardi Ave's Freddie Boston wrote. Adding more fuel to the rumors, Doubs recently posted something cryptic on Instagram, which many fans interpreted as a sign that he may know what's coming. Steelers Nation's Anthony G. Halkias II believes it could indicate frustration with his current role in Green Bay. 'The post quickly caught the attention of football fans, many of whom saw it as a sign that something might be going on behind the scenes in Green Bay. While nothing has been confirmed, the image sparked speculation that Doubs may be frustrated with his role or future with the team,' Halkias wrote. Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp Cryptic social media posts often signal that a player has been informed about an impending change. In Doubs' case, it seems likely he has been updated on his future with the Packers—and he might not be thrilled about it.
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18-07-2025
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Packers training camp preview: Who are the newcomers to 90-man roster in 2025?
The Green Bay Packers added 30 new players to the 90-man roster since the end of the 2024 season. Who are all these newcomers coming to training camp? The Packers added veteran free agents, draft picks, undrafted free agents and players on futures deals this offseason. To help preview training camp, here's a quick introduction to the newcomers to Green Bay this summer, listed by uniform number: No. 6: WR Mecole Hardman How acquired: Signed in free agency (Chiefs) The former Chief has elite speed, three Super Bowl rings and an All-Pro nod as a returner. He could provide gadget value for Matt LaFleur while giving the Packers a designated returner on special teams. No. 17: WR Sam Brown Jr. How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Miami) The rookie was a teammate of Matthew Golden at Houston. After catching 149 passes at the collegiate level, Brown (6-2, 200) ran the 40-yard dash in 4.44 seconds and hit 41.5" in the vertical leap. No. 19: QB Taylor Elgersma How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Wilfrid Laurier) Elgersma won the equivalent of the Canadian Heisman Trophy (Hec Crighton Trophy) last season. He participated at the Senior Bowl and was signed by the Packers after a rookie minicamp tryout. No. 21: CB Nate Hobbs How acquired: Signed in free agency (Raiders) The former Raider signed a four-year, $48 million deal with the Packers in free agency. A tough and physical corner, Hobbs is expected to feature in the slot while also playing snaps on the perimeter as a starter for Jeff Hafley. No. 22: WR Matthew Golden How acquired: First-round draft pick (Texas) The Packers' first first-round pick at wide receiver since 2002. Golden has elite speed and is coming off a breakout 2024 season with Texas. No. 26: CB Micah Robinson How acquired: Seventh-round draft pick (Tulane) Robinson, the first of the Packers' two seventh-round picks, will get a chance to compete with Kalen King and Kamal Hadden for a 53-man roster spot as a backup corner. No. 28: LB Isaiah Simmons How acquired: Signed in free agency (Giants) The eighth overall pick in the 2020 draft arrives in Green Bay with a chance to focus on linebacker in Jeff Hafley's system. He could be a subpackage weapon defensively and a multi-phase player on special teams. No. 35: S Kahzir Brown How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (FAU) Big defensive back (6-1, 223) who picked off eight passes during his collegiate career. No. 35: RB Jalen White How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Georgia Southern) Productive collegiate running back and a legendary high school running back from Alabama. No. 37: DB Johnathan Baldwin How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (UNLV) One of the Packers' priority free agent signings in undrafted free agency. Can play safety or in the slot. No. 38: CB Gregory Junior How acquired: Signed in free agency A sixth-round pick of the Jaguars who played in 10 regular season games for the club between the 2022 and 2023 seasons. No. 45: DE/LB Collin Oliver How acquired: Fifth-round draft pick (Oklahoma State) An elite athlete who played both edge rusher and off-ball linebacker and put up big-time disruption numbers at Oklahoma State. The Packers think he can do both at the NFL level. No. 46: CB Tyron Herring How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Delaware) Three-time all-conference pick who played his final two collegiate seasons at Delaware, where he intercepted four passes for the Blue Hens. No. 46: RB Amar Johnson How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (SDSU) Productive and versatile running back who made plays as a runner, receiver, blocker and returner for South Dakota State. No. 47: CB Isaiah Dunn How acquired: Signed futures contract in January Played in 12 games as a rookie with the Jets in 2021 and five more with the Seahawks in 2022. No. 48: LB Jamon Johnson How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Kentucky) An All-American at Georgia who was consistently productive as a standout SEC linebacker. No. 60: OL Tyler Cooper How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Minnesota) Rookie was a 21-game starter at guard for the Golden Gophers over the last two seasons. No. 60: DL Keith Randolph How acquired: Signed to futures deal in January Originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Bears in 2024. Played in 42 games at Illinois. No. 61: OL JJ Lippe How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Northern Illinois) A 47-game starter at the collegiate level who has experience at all five offensive line positions. No. 64: C Trey Hill How acquired: Signed futures contract in January Former draft pick of the Bengals has experience at center and guard and could compete for a backup job on the interior. No. 65: G Aaron Banks How acquired: Signed in free agency (49ers) The Packers' big free-agent signing. The former second-round pick of the 49ers is a strong pass protector and has power in the run game. He'll be the starting left guard. No. 69: DL Nesta Jade Silvera How acquired: Signed futures contract in January Seventh-round pick of the Raiders in the 2023 draft played in nine regular season games over the last two seasons. No. 71: OL Anthony Belton How acquired: Second-round draft pick (NC State) A massive offensive lineman who played left tackle in college and has the length, power and movement ability to be a tackle/guard option for the Packers. No. 72: OL Brant Banks How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Rice) Rookie was a 12-game starter at right tackle in 2024 after starting 13 games at guard in 2023. No. 73: OL John Williams How acquired: Seventh-round draft pick (Cincinnati) The Packers' seventh-round pick is big, athletic and smart, and he fits the profile of a player the team has moved from left tackle in college to guard in the NFL. No. 78: DL Cameron Young How acquired: Signed in free agency (Seahawks) The 2023 fourth-round pick of the Seahawks could compete to be a defensive tackle or nose tackle for the Packers defensive front. No. 83: WR Savion Williams How acquired: Third-round draft pick (TCU) An exciting gadget weapon who played on the perimeter, in the slot, in the backfield and as a Wildcat quarterback for TCU. Some have compared him to Deebo Samuel. No. 91: DL Warren Brinson How acquired: Sixth-round draft pick (Georgia) The Packers' sixth-round pick has a big personality and the versatility to play multiple roles at defensive tackle in the 4-3 front. No. 93: DL Nazir Stackhouse How acquired: Signed as undrafted free agent (Georgia) Stackhouse (6-4, 327) had a draftable grade for most evaluators but didn't get picked. He'll have a chance to earn a legitimate role as a nose tackle during his rookie season. No. 99: DE Barryn Sorrell How acquired: Fourth-round draft pick (Texas) The Packers' highest draft pick on defense could be a rotational edge rusher right away for Jeff Hafley.
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16-07-2025
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5 Burning Questions That Will Define the Green Bay Packers' 2025 Season
Training camp is here, and the Green Bay Packers are stacked with talent and sky-high expectations! In this video, we break down the top 5 questions that could make or break their 2025 season, from wide receiver depth and rookie impacts to defensive progress, offensive line stability, and overall consistency. Will Matthew Golden shine as a rookie? Can the secondary hold up? Is the offense ready for a Super Bowl run?
