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Posts for November, 2010
The New York media let the Jets have it
Scan the websites of the major New York media and you'll find words like humiliating, scary, sickening and embarrassing.
They were used to describe the New York Jets' loss to the Green Bay Packers, 9-0.
In the New York Daily News, writer Tim Smith said the 9-0 loss was a reminder of the same old Jets from the 1990s. Manish Mehta said the loss was embarrassing, especially at home. »Read Full Blog Post(131)
Packers-Jets: briefly on McCarthy's Monday press conference
Green Bay -- Some quick notes from what Packers coach Mike McCarthy said in his press conference today (via the Packers on Twitter):
~ Quarterback Aaron Rodgers sprained an ankle but isn't expected to miss time.
~ Cornerback Pat Lee sprained an ankle and will probably miss Sunday's game. The coaching staff is discussing who will take the kickoff-return duties.
~ Receiver Donald Driver's quad strain was aggravated and he is questionable for practice this week. The coaches will be cautious with his workload. (32)
More from McCarthy's Monday press conference
Green Bay -- Here are more details from the press conference of Packers coach Mike McCarthy on Monday:
~ The two major injuries the team is dealing with right now is Donald Driver wih the quad strain. He may miss practice time. "He's had actually two separate injuries to his quad. He initially had a quad bruise and then had a quad strain on top of it. Donald's a fighter."
He is hoping time off will help Driver. "We felt that giving him the time off this week he'd be able to play in the game. He pushed through it last week but was unable to get through the Jet game yesterday. We'll probably take a little more cautious approach with him this week." »Read Full Blog Post(319)
Coaches' corner: Jets vs. Packers
Green Bay -- Here is a review of the Packers' 9-0 victory over the New York Jets Sunday in a question-and-answer format with selected assistant coaches.
All interview were conducted Monday afternoon. »Read Full Blog Post(250)
Upon further review: Packers LB Desmond Bishop breaks up QB Mark Sanchez's pass
Here's the first of two plays we'll be looking at from the Packers' 9-0 victory over the New York Jets Sunday at New Meadowlands Stadium:
The play: LB Desmond Bishop breaks up QB Mark Sanchez's pass to tight end Dustin Keller. »Read Full Blog Post(26)
Upon further review II: Packers' Smith snuffs out Jets' fake punt attempt
Here's the second of the two plays we're reviewing:
The play: S Anthony Smith pushes punter Steve Weatherford out of bounds short of the first down on a fake. »Read Full Blog Post(36)
Unsung hero: Frank Zombo
Green Bay -- The unsung hero from Green Bay's 9-0 victory was undrafted rookie free agent Frank Zombo. In Green Bay's 9-0 shutout of the New York Jets, the outside linebacker stood out to all of the defensive coaches, including defensive line coach Mike Trgovac. Zombo had five tackles, one quarterback hit and one forced fumble.
"I know he's not technically one of my players -- but Frank Zombo did a great job in this game," said Trgovac. "He was so accountable to everything he did. On that long pass that went fluttering up in the air, he spun around, he kept going, he pulled the ball out and caused the fumble. He did a great job."
Trgovac said defensive coordinator Dom Capers had the defensive line on the move -- which meant Zombo had to move with them. "And he did that well." »Read Full Blog Post(233)
This week's LeRoy Butler video analyses
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Notes on the three man pass rush, Green and Wilson
One news item from earlier today -- the Packers released Michael Montgomery.
Also, Tom Silverstein tweeted that Donald Driver told WTMJ radio that he won't play this week against Dallas because of a thigh injury.
~ A number of Packers fans have been asking about this lately: How can the Packers get by with the more frequently used three-man rush on the defensive line? Why are they doing it? »Read Full Blog Post(106)
Finley recovering from Tom Brady-type infection following knee surgery
Green Bay -- Green Bay's star tight end Jermichael Finley wasn't sure if he had the flu or something else but he was very sick and he knew something was wrong. And after that incident he had in high school, he knew he had to go see someone.
It turned out he was right. Finley said he caught an infection after having arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Oct. 12 for a torn ligament that ended his season and landed him on injured reserve.
On Oct. 22, Finley said team physician Patrick McKenzie came to his house to check on him and, upon seeing his swollen knee, had it drained of fluid. »Read Full Blog Post(17)
COWBOYS WEEK: Wednesday practice report
Green Bay -- There were a number of players not taking part in practice Wednesday, but the volume of injured appears on its way down.
Most notable by their inactivity was WR Donald Driver and LB Clay Matthews.
We know Driver has a thigh injury that will keep him out of the game Sunday against the Cowboys. He was not on the field for the workout. »Read Full Blog Post(47)
McCarthy updates injuries
Green Bay -- Clay Matthews was limited in practice with a shin injury, Daryn Colledge has a back injury and Chad Clifton has a hamstring to go with the normal knee problem.
That's the word from coach Mike McCarthy.
Also, WR Donald Driver and CB Pat Lee are out. »Read Full Blog Post(112)
Jennings and the Refs
Green Bay – Wide receiver Greg Jennings never has been shy to plead his case to the officials.
Sometimes after a ball is thrown his way -- whether he catches it or not -- Jennings will turn to the men in stripes looking for a flag.
Packers fans have noticed and they've wondered what it is, specifically, that Jennings wants. »Read Full Blog Post(92)
By the numbers
Here are some numbers I came up with that you can gnaw on overnight if you'd like:
COWBOYS WEEK: Thursday practice report
Green Bay -- Practicing outside for the second day in a row, the Packers showed a little improvement on the injury front, although they stayed out of full pads to preserve the players' bodies.
Here are the notable items from practice:
- OG Daryn Colledge (back) was not at practice. He did very little yesterday after his back flared up. He said it was general soreness from last Sunday and that he thought he would be ready for Dallas. Jason Spitz would probably be the fill-in if Colledge can't play.
- LB Clay Matthews (shin) and DE Ryan Pickett (ankle) both took part in the walk-through. That's more than they did on Wednesday. But they did not take part in the full-speed workout that follows.
- TE Andrew Quarless (shoulder) returned to practice, a day after coach Mike McCarthy made it clear he was not happy with him sitting out.
- CB Charles Woodson (toe) took part in the walk-through and then left. LT Chad Clifton (hamstring/knee) returned to practice in full
- WR Donald Driver (thigh) and CB Pat Lee (ankle) are out.
If there are any further developments on the injury front, I'll post them this afternoon. (75)
Random thoughts from the Packers locker room and beyond
Green Bay -- Here are a few mid-week nuggets for you to chew on:
Of all of Tim Masthay's punts Sunday, the one special teams coach Shawn Slocum loved the best was a fourth-quarter hit from the Packers 36 with 3:57 left in the game. »Read Full Blog Post(111)
Reischel to sign books at Kroll's in Green Bay
Author Rob Reischel will hold a book signing at Kroll's West in Green Bay on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. before the Green Bay Packers-Dallas Cowboys game. Kroll's is located at 1990 S. Ridge Road, directly across the street from Lambeau Field.
Reischel's latest book is titled "100 Things Packers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die." For a signed copy of the book, contact him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Reischel has covered the Green Bay Packers for the Milwaukee Journal's Packer Plus since 2001.(21)
COWBOYS WEEK: Friday practice report
Green Bay -- Here's the practice report courtesy of correspondent Rob Reischel:
With temperatures at 32 degrees and wind gusts up to 14 miles per hour, the Packers moved inside the Don Hutson Center for their 10:30 a.m. practice and stayed out of full pads.
Here's the injury news:
- LG Daryn Colledge was back practicing in full. Colledge's back flared up Wednesday, then he missed practice in its entirety Thursday prompting coach Mike McCarthy to say he was "concerned" about Colledge's availability Sunday against Dallas. Now, it appears Colledge will be good to go.
- CB Charles Woodson (toe) and LT Chad Clifton (hamstring/knee) both practiced in full.
- Clay Matthews (shin) took just one snap in "team" drills, rushing from the left end position. Otherwise, he did nothing in the three periods the media was allowed to watch.
- Ryan Pickett (ankle) returned to practice and took part in some drills, including drills with his position group.
- TE Andrew Quarless (shoulder) watched practice in street clothes.
- WR Donald Driver (thigh) and CB Pat Lee (ankle) are out.
- McCarthy is scheduled to address the media at 12:20 p.m. and the locker room is open afterwards. We'll have more after that.
McCarthy won't reveal plan with Harris and Bigby
Green Bay -- Here are a few tidbits from coach Mike McCarthy's Friday press conference and the locker room session that followed courtesy of Packer Plus writer Rob Reischel:
- McCarthy was asked if he expected to activate CB Al Harris and S Atari Bigby this week. "We'll have those conversations today," McCarthy said. "I'm not going to get into ifs and buts and percentages."
- LG Daryn Colledge, who returned to practice Friday from a back injury, expects to play Sunday. "I get paid to play football," Colledge said. "I'm paid to show up and go to work."
- WR Jordy Nelson said he expects to be the primary kick returner Sunday. Nelson said he took most of the reps this week in practice.
- The Packers could be without tight end Andrew Quarless (shoulder) Sunday. Quarless did not practice Friday. "He … had a little bit of a setback after practicing yesterday," McCarthy said. "We'll see how he is tomorrow, but like I said, he took a step backwards today."
- McCarthy said he'd like to make a decision on DE Ryan Pickett (ankle) on Saturday, instead of waiting until Sunday night. "Ryan looked the best he's looked in a number of weeks," McCarthy said. "(Defensive line coach) Mike Trgovac put him through a number of drills and specific things to test the ankle. We'll see how he is in the morning."
- Packers RB James Starks (hamstring) has to be activated from the PUP list by Monday to be eligible to play this year. "I don't know what's going to happen," Starks said. "I'm feeling good, feeling better each day. I hope they activate me, but right now no one has said anything."
- McCarthy also said he's been cautious this week with OLB Clay Matthews (shin). "Just being smart with Clay, and it's important for him to get the jog-through and the mental work," McCarthy said. "We're just taking a cautious approach. He'll be ready to go Sunday."
- Defensive coordinator Dom Capers andTrgovac both agreed that NT B.J. Raji was the MVP of the defensive line at mid-season.
- CB Tramon Williams was asked if he was happy Vikings WR Randy Moss is now out of the NFC North. "It doesn't matter," Williams said. "I didn't see much of a difference if he was there or not."
Packers activate Atari Bigby
The Green Bay Packers have announced that they activated safety Atari Bigby from the physically unable to perform list Saturday afternoon.
Bigby has been sidelined since undergoing ankle surgery in August. At that time, Bigby travelled to Charlotte, N.C., so orthopedic surgeon Robert Anderson could operate for the second time in 19 months on Bigby's ankle. The surgery was nowhere near as complex as the microfracture procedure Bigby went through in December of 2008, he said, calling it a "cleanup" of some scar tissue.
The Packers started rookie Morgan Burnett in Bigby's place until he injured his knee in Week 5 and ended his season on injured reserve. Charlie Peprah has played well as the other safety next to Nick Collins, but the defense has been hit by injuries. Bigby has played in 42 games with 33 starts in his first five years (2005-09) with the Packers and has 10 interceptions over the past three seasons. »Read Full Blog Post(224)
The final word: Cowboys at Packers
Green Bay -- Here are 10 things to watch in the Packers-Cowboys game tonight at Lambeau Field: (218)
The inactives for Cowboys-Packers game
Green Bay -- Here are the inactives for the Packers: CB Pat Lee, LB Robert Francois, T Mark Taucher, G Nick McDonald, G/T Marshall Newhouse, WR Donald Driver, TE Andrew Quarless and DE Jarius Wynn.
Green Bay has made these starting lineup changes: Bryan Bulaga will start at RT for Tauscher; Jordy Nelson is getting the start over James Jones at receiver.
The inactives for the Cowboys: QB Tony Romo, S Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, LB Brandon Williams, G Montrae Holland, T Sam Young, T Jermey Parnell, WR Kevin Ogletree and DE Jason Hatcher. (22)
Packers vs. Cowboys Live Blog
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Harris is done in Green Bay
Green Bay -- Cornerback Al Harris won't play for the Green Bay Packers this season.
Harris told ESPN 540 in Milwaukee that the Packers were going to release him on Monday.
Attempts to reach Harris all day Sunday were unsuccessful, but doubts about whether the Packers thought he had enough left to activate him from the physically unable to perform list popped up when the club didn't active him for the third consecutive week. »Read Full Blog Post(221)
Al Harris could wind up with an NFC North team
Green Bay -- Cornerback Al Harris said the conclusion he has drawn from his impending release is that general manager Ted Thompson and coach Mike McCarthy don't think he can play anymore.
(UPDATE: Packers officially release Harris.)
Harris said this morning in a phone interview that he has a gut feeling that he's going to be released based on the events of the last few weeks. He did not say if he asked for his release or if the Packers offered to put him on injured reserve, but it's clear his time with the Packers is over. »Read Full Blog Post(334)
Packers officially release Al Harris
The Green Bay Packers have officially released veteran cornerback Al Harris.
The team made this announcement: Harris, who was acquired by Green Bay from Philadelphia in a trade in 2003, started all 102 games he played in for the Packers over seven seasons (2003-09). He was named to the Pro Bowl in 2007 and 2008 and earned second-team All-Pro honors from The Associated Press in 2007. Harris set the Packers' single-season record for passes defensed (tracked since 1982) with 28 in 2004, and he posted 14 interceptions and 108 passes defensed during his time in Green Bay.
"We want to thank Al for his contributions to the Green Bay Packers," GM Ted Thompson said in a statement released by the team. "His hard work, dedication and professionalism have been the keys to his success. During his time here, he has been a valuable member of our organization and our community. We wish him the very best in the future and he will always be a part of the Packer family." (120)
McCarthy's Monday news conference
Green Bay -- Here are the highlights from coach Mike McCarthy's Monday news conference: (279)
Report: Collins fined $50,000 for hit
Green Bay -- Safety Nick Collins has been fined $50,000 for his helmet-to-helmet hit on Dallas wide receiver Roy Williams, according to Sports Illustrated's Peter King.
I was unable to confirm the story. As of a couple of hours ago, Collins had not been informed by the NFL that he was being fined, a source familiar with the situation said. It's unclear if the fine has actually been sent out yet.
UPDATE: THE LEAGUE HAS CONFIRMED THE $50,000 FINE. »Read Full Blog Post(88)
COACHES CORNER: Packers vs. Cowboys.
Green Bay -- Here is a review of the Packers' 45-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys Sunday in a question-and-answer format with selected assistant coaches.
All interview were conducted Monday afternoon.
OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR JOE PHILBIN »Read Full Blog Post(364)
NFL video biography from Green Bay
Packers activate Starks, release Francois
The Green Bay Packers announced that they have activated rookie running back James Starks from the physically unable to perform list.
They released linebacker Robert Francois to make room on the roster for Starks.
Starks, who was selected by the Packers in the sixth round (193rd overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft out of the University at Buffalo, has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since August. He finished his career at Buffalo as the school's all-time rushing leader with 3,140 yards in three seasons, even though the sixth-round pick missed his entire senior season after needing surgery in August of 2009. »Read Full Blog Post(167)
This week's LeRoy Butler video analyses
Packer Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler talks with Journal Sentinel reporter Tom Silverstein about the play of James Jones, Sam Shields and what players shouldn't do during the bye week.
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Bye week blog notes: No. 2 scoring D, Raji, Masthay
The Green Bay Packers get Week 10 off (the latest bye the Packers have ever had) before traveling to Minnesota on Nov. 21. The trip to Minneapolis will be the first of four road games over a five-week period for Green Bay, the first time the Packers have ever had four road contests in their first five games following the bye.
The players have taken off. The coaches are out. My colleagues are gone. It's really quiet.
The JSOnline Packers Blog, however, must go on. You're stuck with me, and the notes I could cobble together for the next few days of non-news. I'll be posting bye week blog notes until I run out of stuff I have had in my files. »Read Full Blog Post(42)
Report: Al Harris signs with Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins have signed former Packers cornerback Al Harris, according to The National Football Post.
The website, which quotes Harris' agent, Jack Bechta, said that the Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions and Houston Texans also expressed interest in Harris.
Harris was born in Pompano Beach, Fla. and makes his offseason home in Florida. »Read Full Blog Post(260)
Bye week blog notes: Matthews defensive player of week, Rob Davis and the post-NFL life
~ Packers linebacker Clay Matthews has been named the NFC Defensive player of the week. Some notes, released by the Packers:
Matthews had four tackles, including two for a loss, a sack, two passes defensed and a 62-yard interception-return touchdown in the Packers' 45-7 win over Dallas. Green Bay's defense held the Cowboys to just 205 total yards of offense (166 passing yards, 39 rushing yards).
Matthews leads the NFL with 10.5 sacks and is the first player in Packers history to record at least 10 sacks in each of his first two NFL seasons. The Packers lead the NFL with 28 sacks. »Read Full Blog Post(212)
Bye week blog notes: Faces in the crowd
If you've seen a Packers game on TV, you've probably caught a crowd shot of Clay Matthew Jr., the father of Clay Matthews III. But maybe not Clay's mom, Leslie. The couple often split games – one heads to see Oregon and youngest son Casey; the other attends every Green Bay home game. But when they're both in Green Bay, Leslie ducks from the cameras.
"It's just not good for my blood pressure, my heart," said Leslie. "I told my husband I can feel myself age exponentially watching the boys play. I'm worried about their health. I know, knowing them, they're going to be as prepared as can be for games. It's just the injury factor. So I don't breathe during the game – for the record. That's why I don't sit next to my husband because I have a feeling he's going to be on TV and I don't want someone to see me passing out because I'm not breathing."
"Oh she'll definitely let me know: 'What's that guy doing, grabbing your face mask! Good thing I'm not around!'" said Clay Matthews III. "She is one protective mother. She's got my back through thick and thin." »Read Full Blog Post(52)
Bye week blog notes: Wired, TT as a player, more Claymaker, hello from Finley
~ Clay Matthews III was wired for sound in the Dallas game. (Sorry Frank Zombo.)
~ In my interviews with Matthews' dad and uncle, we got to talking about Packers general manager Ted Thompson. Clay Jr. played against him and Bruce was his teammate at Houston.
"I knew Ted real well when we were teammates," said Bruce Matthews, who is an assistant coach with Houston. But they had not kept in touch and Thompson was not keeping tabs on Clay III through his uncle. "No, actually I was hoping we'd draft him (Clay III) down here but he's in a situation where he's doing real well." »Read Full Blog Post(221)
Bye week blog notes: Aaron Rodgers unedited
In his third year as starter in the NFL, Aaron Rodgers has 2,300 passing yards and looks to be on pace for a third consecutive 4,000-yard season.
This summer, just before the season began, Rodgers talked openly about his football career, his goals, and his desire to lead the Packers to a Super Bowl. That interview, at his home in San Diego, led to two stories:
I. how badly he was treated by some after the Favre trade."I kept taking it for awhile. And then I built up a wall. I didn't know where to go with it," said Rodgers. "I tried to talk to people about it, but people who weren't in Green Bay, it's kind of hard to explain what was going on. I could feel the air of uncertainty and the weirdness that was associated with everything." »Read Full Blog Post(176)
Bye week blog notes: Aaron Rodgers, the last word
The Packers and coaches will be back to work Monday afternoon in Green Bay. As you know, they are off this weekend for bye week.
This is the second, and final, segment of the Aaron Rodgers interview. Learned a lot of things about him, including his take on the media, his devotion to kids and his faith.
On the media »Read Full Blog Post(197)
Packers re-sign Havner; place Tauscher on IR
The Green Bay Packers announced two roster moves.
They re-signed tight end Spencer Havner and placed tackle Mark Tauscher on injured reserve.
From the team release: Havner, a 6-foot-3, 250-pound second-year player out of UCLA, played in 20 games with the Packers from 2008-09, including all 16 contests in '09. He originally entered the NFL as a non-drafted free agent with Washington in 2006, and spent time on Green Bay's practice squad for three seasons (2006-08) before being signed to the active roster in December 2008. Havner was with the Packers during the 2010 preseason before being released in the final roster cutdown, and was claimed off waivers by Detroit. He played in five games this season for the Lions before being waived/injured on Oct. 14. Havner will wear No. 41. »Read Full Blog Post(60)
Packers put Tauscher on IR, re-sign Havner
Sorry everyone, for some reason the previous blog locked up on me so forget it~I didn't want to delete it and everyone's comments, but please read this one.
Suddenly low at a position that once had great depth, the Green Bay Packers announced two roster moves Friday afternoon.
They re-signed tight end Spencer Havner to re-stock that position. The roster spot became available after the Packer also placed veteran tackle Mark Tauscher on injured reserve. »Read Full Blog Post(786)
Next up for Green Bay - the troubled Minnesota Vikings
While the Green Bay Packers enjoyed a bye week, their next opponent -- the Minnesota Vikings -- endured another loss.
And the voices calling for a change at head coach are growing.
"You deal with it," head coach Brad Childress said after Minnesota fell to the Bears, 27-13. "It's not something you're happy to deal with, but you deal with what's out there. My name's behind the Vikings team. It all starts with me. So if it gets directed there, that's part of the equation." »Read Full Blog Post(182)
Vikings week: Practice report
Green Bay – The Green Bay Packers returned to the practice field Monday for the first time since beating Dallas eight days ago but wide receiver Donald Driver was nowhere to be seen.
Driver was limping heavily in the bench area wearing street clothes during the Cowboys game. He has been bothered by a thigh injury for several weeks.
The Packers practiced in pads Monday after being given a week off during the bye by coach Mike McCarthy.
Linebacker Clay Matthews, who has been bothered by a shin injury, attended practice but did not participate.
Defensive end Ryan Pickett participated on a very limited basis. He suffered an ankle injury against Dallas on his seventh snap from scrimmage and didn't return.
Tight end Andrew Quarless, who sat out against the Cowboys with a shoulder injury, wore pads but didn't participate in individual drills requiring contact.
Cornerback Pat Lee wore pads and practiced. It was his first appearance since he suffered an ankle injury against the Jets.
Rookie running back James Starks wore pads and practiced for the first time as a Packer. He has been out since pulling a hamstring in a late July conditioning run.
From appearances, it would seem that Starks would be several weeks away from playing in a game. He worked behind Brandon Jackson, John Kuhn and Dimitri Nance.
Meanwhile, linebacker Rob Francois was re-signed to fill the opening on the eight-member practice squad.
ESPN: Favre to contact shoulder specialist
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Favre has told ESPN that he expects to see famed sports surgeon Dr. James Andrews about pain in his right shoulder.
The pain occurred on Saturday when the 41-year-old quarterback was putting on a shirt.
Andrews is the surgeon who operated on Favre in 2008 to repair a partially torn biceps tendon.
Later Monday, Vikings head coach Brad Childress said Favre was "sore" but had no plans to get an MRI. And Childress said Favre should be ready for Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers. (99)
McCarthy's Monday news conference
Green Bay -- Welcome back from the bye week. Here we go with the highlights from coach Mike McCarthy's press conference: (168)
Quarless feels ready; Pickett is waiting
Green Bay -- Two players on the mend returned to practice for the Packers on Monday.
Tight end Andrew Quarless was encouraged.
Defensive end Ryan Pickett was cautious.
Quarless, who sat out against the Cowboys with a shoulder injury he suffered in the New York Jets game, wore pads but didn't participate in individual drills requiring contact. But he had enough work to feel confident he was healthy enough to play. »Read Full Blog Post(78)
Harris' debut; No Country for Old Men; Food drive; flex scheduling; Favre's injured shoulder
Green Bay -- Former Packers cornerback Al Harris played well in his debut with the Miami Dolphins Sunday. According to the Palm Beach Post, Harris made an open-field tackle of tight end Justin Gage that prevented a first down and forced the Titans to settle for a field goal.
"We definitely miss Al," said defensive end Ryan Pickett. "A guy like Al can always help. He's a great player and you can always use a great player. But we have a lot of good young players now. Older mix. We'll be fine.
With Mark Tauscher placed on injured reserve last week and Harris being waived, that means the Packers' active roster got a little younger. The Packers have just a few on the roster with 10+ years of experience: Charles Woodson (13), Donald Driver (12), Chad Clifton (11) and Pickett (10). »Read Full Blog Post(203)
Packers Hall of Fame now has Jerry Kramer's kicking shoe
The Green Bay Packers' Hall of Fame now has in its possession the square-toed right kicking shoe of Jerry Kramer.
The shoe, which Kramer used in the 1962, 1963 and 1968 seasons, was given to the hall by Joel Schultz. It turns out that former Packers' great Fuzzy Thurston gave the shoe to Green Lake High School. It was one of several pieces of Packers memorabilia that Thurston gave to the high school.
Schultz took possession of the size 9 and one-half EEE shoe after his prep football career ended at Green Lake High. »Read Full Blog Post(20)
Food drive until 7 p.m. in New Berlin with Packers
The Thanksgiving Food Drive, featuring several Packers including Nick Collins and Ryan Grant, is underway. If you're interested, you have until about 6:30 or 7 p.m. to get there, donate food and get autographs. I've been hearing a lot of parents say they're coming when school gets out, so it is not that crowded yet.
The event is located at IEWC, 5001 S. Towne Drive in New Berlin. Exit Mooreland Road off I-43 or I-94 and when you get to Beloit road (by Target), head west. There will be signs and volunteers directing you the rest of the way in. You drive in, drop off your food donations while still in your car, pull ahead and park and then get in line for an autograph.
The Packers are very involved in the community but several Packers are expected for this particular event, making this a larger-than-usual turnout. All proceeds benefit the New Berlin Food Pantry. (7)
Video: Ryan Grant, Nick Barnett talk about their injuries
Green Bay Packers running back Ryan Grant and linebacker Nick Barnett, both of whom are out for the season with injuries, talked about their injuries and the success of the team while taking part in a food drive and fundraiser benefiting the New Berlin food pantry at IEWC Global Solutions in New Berlin on Tuesday.
Video: This week with LeRoy Butler
In this week's "5 Questions" video segment, Packer Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler gives out his mid-season grades. In "X's and O's" he and Journal Sentinel reporter Tom Silverstein take to the whiteboard to diagram what the Packers can expect Sunday from Brett Favre and the Vikings.
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Sidney Rice's status for Sunday's game is unclear
It is still uncertain whether Sidney Rice, the wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings who is still recovering from hip surgery in August, will be ready to play in Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers.
So says the Minneapolis Star Tribune, which also reports that Vikings coach Brad Childress is saying that it's Rice's call.
VIKINGS WEEK II: Wednesday practice report
Green Bay -- It will be a heckuva lot warmer inside the Metrodome Sunday than it was on Clark Hinkle Field Wednesday afternoon.
But there were the Packers running through their normal walk-through and practice in 42-degree temperatures with a wind chill factor of 37.
It might seem unusual for coach Mike McCarthy to have the players outside on the week of a dome game, but there is some logic to having the players practice on a softer surface heading into back-to-back games played on turf. »Read Full Blog Post(141)
Driver cautiously optimistic about Sunday
Green Bay -- Wide receiver Donald Driver said he has no regrets about sitting out the Dallas game before the bye because his injured thigh wasn't allowing him to do what he does best.
Driver, who had missed just two games since becoming a full-time starter in 2002, missed the Cowboys game after aggravating the thigh injury against the New York Jets Oct. 31. As the week wore on, it became evident that Driver wasn't going to be able to help the team.
On Wednesday, however, nearly three weeks later, he's getting close to coming back. He worked out with the training staff in the Don Hutson Center and is awaiting the green light to practice in full. »Read Full Blog Post(74)
Seen and heard in the Packers locker room
Green Bay -- It's Vikings week, but surprisingly the conversation revolved around the Metrodome and the noise factor more than it did around Brett Favre.
Don't know if it was the media or the players who were experiencing Favre fatigue, but the subject did not come up at all in coach Mike McCarthy's news conference and only in spots around the locker room. You would have never thought this is possibly Favre's last game against the Packers.
One good quote about Favre came from defensive end Cullen Jenkins, who was asked if the biggest difference in the Vikings quarterback was his loss of mobility. »Read Full Blog Post(68)
Four of next five are on road; Packers have a winning road record under McCarthy
Green Bay -- This week the Packers tried to come up with some explanation for their 20-16 road record under coach Mike McCarthy. Since 2006 when he took over, only 11 teams have had winning records on the road: Indianapolis and New England (26-11 each), New York Giants (24-12), New Orleans and Philadelphia (22-14), Dallas (22-15), New York Jets, San Diego and Tennessee (21-16) and Pittsburgh (19-18).
"When you're going on the road, you just have to be more focused, more fundamentally sound, know that it is going to be a hostile environment," said receiver James Jones. "You've got to overcome a lot of odds that you might not have to overcome at home."
The Packers were 5-3 on the road last year. »Read Full Blog Post(45)
Well, Crosby likes the Dome; Picking off 4; Taking Vikings seriously; hair insurance for guess who
Green Bay -- Playing in the Metrodome this Sunday is alright by the Green Bay defensive linemen (it is quiet for them), a concern for the offensive linemen (loud for them) and an absolute welcome break for kicker Mason Crosby.
After studying wind shifts (hello New York/New Jersey), turf (Chicago) and drops in temperature, barometric pressure, cloud formations and the now southern angle of the sun (home sweet home, Lambeau Field) Crosby can just go to Minneapolis and ... kick.
Imagine that. »Read Full Blog Post(38)
VIKINGS WEEK II: Thursday practice report
Green Bay -- A few snow flakes were blowing around outside, but the Packers were tucked warmly inside the Don Hutson Center Thursday as they prepared for the Minnesota Vikings.
AFTERNOON UPDATE: Driver did not take part in the regular practice but will try to go on Friday. His return is looking more likely. C Scott Wells (arch) and FB Korey Hall (back) were added to the injury report. Wells' injury is minor, but Hall's back "locked up" in practice, according to Mike McCarthy. DE Ryan Pickett practiced in full, but McCarthy said he wouldn't know how he looked until he saw the practice video.
Here's the report:
- WR Donald Driver (thigh) jogged through some routes in the walk-through and then did some full speed running on the side during the portion of practice open to the media. Not sure if he took part in any of the full-team work.
- DE Ryan Pickett (ankle) had full pads on and took part in the walk-through and individual drills. It's safe to assume he took part in the full-team practice as well.
- LB Clay Mattthews (shin) did not practice for a third straight day. He was not in pads and behind the defense watching their workout. The rest appears to be mostly precautionary with Matthews. According to the injury report, his absence has nothing to do with his left hamstring.
- CB Charles Woodson (toe) took part in the walk-through.
- LT Chad Clifton (knee) was back at practice in full pads.
- TE Andrew Quarless (shoulder) was in pads and took a few snaps in the walk-through, but did not appear to be doing a lot.
If there's any news that comes out of Mike McCarthy's 12:55 media briefing, I'll update the blog. (246)
Playoff ticket invoices go out to fans
The Green Bay Packers have begun mailing playoff ticket invoices to season-ticket holders this week because of a possible home playoff game or games at Lambeau Field.
Ticket prices are set by the National Football League and apply to every regular seat in the seating bowl. Each seat is $111 for the wild card game, $124 for a divisional playoff game and $166 for the NFC Championship.
"Green" package ticket holders, per custom, have been invoiced for the the same seats they hold during the regular season. »Read Full Blog Post(75)
Underwood waits, dress code, Bulaga settles at right tackle
Green Bay -- There was a time when Brandon Underwood was in the conversation (click for link) as the Packers searched for their next nickel cornerback. Even as he apologized to teammates for being a distraction this summer, Green Bay's coaches sounded willing to work with him and his ability.
But now he's not on the field for the defense. Underwood, who is healthy, is just playing special teams coverage units.
"You know what this late in the season, I've just accepted the role that they've given to me. I just have to try to help the team," he said. »Read Full Blog Post(49)
VIKINGS WEEK II: Friday practice report
Green Bay -- First, we'll start with the injury report.
- WR Donald Driver (thigh) was limited and is questionable.
- DE Ryan Pickett (ankle) was limited and is questionable
- LB Clay Matthews (shin) was limited and is probable
- TE Andrew Quarless (shoulder) was full and is probable.
- C Scott Wells (arch) was limited and is probable
- FB Korey Hall (back) did not participate and is questionable
- LT Chad Clifton (knee) was limited and is probable.
- CB Charles Woodson (toe) was full participation and is probable
- CB Pat Lee (ankle) was full participation and is probable
- LB Brandon Chillar (shoulder) was full participation and is probable
- LB Desmond Bishop (hip) was limited and is probable
Here's what Packers coach Mike McCarthy had to say at his Friday news conference following practice: (22)
Driver, Pickett practice, but still questionable
Green Bay - Wide receiver Donald Driver and defensive end Ryan Pickett stepped up their participation in practice Friday but both remain questionable for the Green Bay Packers' game Sunday in Minnesota.
Driver (quad) took his regular turn during the jog-through part of practice that was open to reporters. After reporters were dismissed from the Hutson Center about 45 minutes in, coach Mike McCarthy said Driver "was sent on a few deep balls. He looked good."
Pickett (ankle) "did much more today than he did yesterday," according to McCarthy. He also was listed as questionable.
Fullback Korey Hall sat out Friday after his back tightened earlier in the week. He is questionable.
Listed as probable were LB Desmond Bishop (hip), LB Brandon Chillar (shoulder), T Chad Clifton (knee), CB Pat Lee (ankle), LB Clay Matthews (shin), TE Andrew Quarless (shoulder), C Scott Wells (arch) and CB Charles Woodson (toe).
In Minnesota, WR Percy Harvin (ankle) participated fully in practice Friday. Listed as questionable were WR Bernard Berrian (groin), G Anthony Herrera (elbow) and C John Sullivan (calf).
Vikings activate WR Rice for Packers game
Minneapolis -- The Minnesota Vikings will have their leading receiver from last season on the field when they take on the Green Bay Packers at the Metrodome.
Sidney Rice, who was quarterback Brett Favre's favorite receiver in 2009, was activated from the physically unable to perform list and placed on the 53-man roster. The Vikings did not need to cut anyone because they had not filled the roster spot vacated when Randy Moss was released.
The Vikings had until 3 p.m. Saturday to activate Rice in time for the Packers game and until Wednesday to activate him for the season. Rice has been out since undergoing hip surgery just prior to the start of the regular season. »Read Full Blog Post(154)
10 things to watch in the Packers-Vikings game
1. The big three: This should be the debut of the jumbo front on defense. That's 340-pound end Ryan Pickett, 340-pound nose B.J. Raji and 360-pound end Howard Green. It will be a first-down defense most likely used when the Vikings go with two receivers or double tight ends. It's one way to clog things up for running back Adrian Peterson.
2. The return of the screen: The Packers had a lot of success with that play against the hard-charging Vikings in the first meeting. This time around, watch for one of the Vikings linemen to soft rush or drop off into coverage to combat the screen. If that happens, the Packers need to run the ball where it looks like they are going to throw the screen. »Read Full Blog Post(48)
Hall inactive; Driver and Pickett to start
Minneapolis -- I just got the inactives for the Packers-Vikings game and fullback Korey Hall is not going to play.
Hall hurt his back in practice on Thursday and did not practice Saturday. Quinn Johnson will start in his place.
Both Donald Driver (thigh) and Ryan Pickett (ankle) are active and listed as starters. »Read Full Blog Post(20)
Packers-Vikings Live Blog
Follow our live blog for commentary and analysis as the 6-3 Packers take on Brett Favre and the Vikings at the Metrodome.
You can get all the latest game stats and play-by-play in the box score on our NFL Scoreboard page. And if you're following the live blog on a mobile device, this link will work best for you.
Post game quotes from Packers-Vikings game
Minneapolis -- Here's some reaction after the Packers' 31-3 victory over the Vikings at the Metrodome Sunday.
How satisfying is it to come in here and knock off the Vikings, ending any playoff hopes they might have had? We'll we're not really concerned about their standings and where they are going with the playoffs. Our focus was clearly on getting this division win. Though building to play in. I can't give the players enough credit. You can see this building through the week, our work throughout the practice was outstanding. It was very important for us to play well. We knew coming into the game, if we were to take care of the football, zero giveaways, play disciplined football reflected in the zero penalties and we felt very confident that our defense was going to take the football away. »Read Full Blog Post(237)
Packers-Vikings post-game wrapup
Minneapolis -- If you want to talk about what has gotten the Packers back into the NFC race, the discussion starts and finishes with the defense.
Ten games into the season, the Packers are tied with the Chicago Bears for the lead in scoring defense, allowing an average of 14.6 yards per game. The Bears rank first in lowest opposing quarterback passer rating at 66.4 and the Packers rank second at 66.5.
Some other noteables about the Packers defense: »Read Full Blog Post(144)
Vikings fire Childress
According to several news reports, the Minnesota Vikings have fired coach Brad Childress.
According to NFL.com, the team announced the decision Monday morning.
Assistant head coach/defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier will serve as interim head coach for the remainder of the season. »Read Full Blog Post(172)
Monday with McCarthy 11-22
Green Bay -- OK, here we go with the highlights from Mike McCarthy's Monday press conference: (199)
NFLPA sends out warning to Doyle, Walker
Green Bay -- Governor Jim Doyle, governor-elect Scott Walker and Mayor Jim Schmitt were among the political figures who were sent letters from the NFL Players Association warning them that the city could lose $160 million in jobs and revenue if the owners lock out the players in 2011.
The union did not say where it came up with those figures.
The NFLPA is currently in negotiations with NFL owners on a new collective bargaining agreement and said in a press release Monday that it would like Doyle, Walker and Schmitt to urge Packers president and CEO Mark Murphy to see that the owners negotiate in good faith because of what is at stake. »Read Full Blog Post(50)
Coaches' corner
Green Bay -- Here are some thoughts on the Vikings game from Packers assistant coaches interviewed Monday afternoon:
Are you close to where you want to be with the amount of pressure vs. coverage you're playing right now? I felt we were right where we wanted to be. They ran the ball 17 times. Twelve of those 17 runs they got very little, 13 yards on 12 of them. So now if you can get people in more predictable situations you like your chances of pressuring. We were probably 40% pressure, 60% coverage yesterday. Hopefully, that helps you disrupt the rhythm of the throwing game. »Read Full Blog Post(83)
After further review Part I: Jones' 3-yard touchdown catch
The play: WR James Jones catches a fade route from quarterback Aaron Rodgers for a 3-yard touchdown.
Time: Second quarter, 9 seconds left. »Read Full Blog Post(13)
After further review Part II: Peterson 25-yard run
The play: S Nick Collins tackles RB Adrian Peterson after a 25-yard gain.
Time: First quarter, 11 minutes, 16 seconds left. »Read Full Blog Post(42)
Swain and the five receiver play
Green Bay -- In a dominating performance by the Packers Sunday, it was kind of hard to find an unsung hero – a player who made an outstanding contribution that went virtually unnoticed.
Anytime the Packers 'KO' the Vikings, everyone notices. Everything.
However, fifth receiver Brett Swain played well according to receivers coach Jimmy Robinson. »Read Full Blog Post(32)
Video: This week with LeRoy Butler
In this week's "5 Questions" video segment, Packer Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler talks with Journal Sentinel reporter Tom Silverstein about the Vikings, Bears and Falcons. In "X's and O's" he dissects Greg Jennings' 46-yard touchdown and looks ahead to the Falcons.
For previous LeRoy Butler videos, click here.
Rodgers, Matthews, Woodson get early votes so far for Pro Bowl
The NFL released early trends in the Pro Bowl voting, and Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is second in the NFC behind Philadelphia's Michael Vick.
With 343,177 votes, Rodgers is the fifth top vote getter overall (AFC and NFC combined) behind Peyton Manning, Vick, Adrian Peterson and Tom Brady.
Linebacker Clay Matthews and cornerback Charles Woodson lead their respective positions, according to the Packers.
Balloting ends Dec. 20 and Pro Bowlers will be announced Dec. 28. The game is back in Honolulu on Jan. 30. (160)
Packers' Grant, a boy with leukemia, and tears
Ryan Grant is admittedly bored out of his mind. In crutches since his ankle surgery in September, he misses his day job -- running past linebackers for the Green Bay Packers.
So he's checking his e-mail more than usual. And on Friday when he saw one message forwarded to him about an 11-year old Packers fan with an advanced stage of leukemia, he asked his agents to buy a ton of Packers stuff. Then he planned a trip to Milwaukee. For the next day.
"Do you think I can spend some time with him or does it have to be quick?" Grant wanted to know. »Read Full Blog Post(213)
FALCONS WEEK: Wednesday practice report
Green Bay -- Maybe it's nothing, but defensive end Cullen Jenkins did not take part in practice Wednesday, only working out on the side lifting weights.
Jenkins complained about a sore calf after the Vikings game Sunday, the same one that he pulled right before the first Vikings game. For a defensive linemen, a calf injury is a big problem because of how much he relies on an intial pushoff.
Until the practice report comes out, we won't know for sure if the calf is the reason he was out, and if it was, how serious it was. The fact he was at practice would indicate he's resting it. »Read Full Blog Post(77)
Rodgers speaks
Green Bay -- A little while ago, quarterback Aaron Rodgers finished his weekly question-and-answer session with reporters in front of his locker.
He answered a wide variety of questions. Here's a sampling: »Read Full Blog Post(105)
FALCONS WEEK: Thursday practice report
Green Bay -- The Packers aren't quite the picture of health, but they're getting close.
The only players who did not participate in some form were safety Atari Bigby (hamstring), safety Anthony Smith (ankle) and linebacker Clay Matthews (shin). All were present and watched the walk-through.
Cornerback Charles Woodson (toe) and end Ryan Pickett (ankle) were not in pads and took part only in the walk-through. »Read Full Blog Post(85)
FALCONS WEEK: Friday practice report
Green Bay -- The Packers will go into the Falcons game with just three safeties because Atari Bigby (hamstring) is out and Anthony Smith (ankle) is doubtful.
Coach Mike McCarthy didn't anticipate any need to declare a fourth safety in case two of the top three got hurt. More than likely, defensive coordinator Dom Capers would probably go with Charles Woodson if the worst happened.
Center Scott Wells (arch) did not participate in practice Friday, but he is expected to play. »Read Full Blog Post(12)
McCarthy speaks
Green Bay -- Here are some excerpts from coach Mike McCarthy's brief news conference Friday:
What is center Scott Wells' status after missing practice? Rested Scott Wells. I fully anticipate him ready to go for Sunday.
With Atari Bigby out and Anthony Smith doubtful, do you have a fourth safety? We talked about that the other day. We have three that we feel very confident in.
What do you think of Falcons defensive end John Abraham? I think he's a dynamic pass rusher. He played very well against us up here two years ago, and he's playing at a high level right now. Anytime you play against someone like John's ability, it's a different game on turf. He's going to be an excellent challenge for us. Chad's playing in my opinion,
Packers-Falcons: A couple things to consider
Atlanta – In less than 24 hours, we'll know whether the Green Bay Packers will be chasing or leading in the race for homefield advantage in the NFC the final five weeks of the season.
In the Atlanta Falcons, the Packers are facing one of only three teams -- and the only team in the NFC -- with just two losses.
Going into Sunday the NFC picture looks like this: »Read Full Blog Post(70)
Things to watch in the Packers-Falcons game
Atlanta -- Here are a few things to watch in the game today: (29)
Donald Lee among Packers inactives
Atlanta -- In a bit of a surprise, veteran tight end Donald Lee is not among the players active for the Packers today.
Rookie Andrew Quarless is listed as the starter for Lee.
The inactives: »Read Full Blog Post(25)
Packers-Falcons Live Blog
Follow our live blog for commentary and analysis as the 7-3 Packers face the 8-2 Atlanta Falcons in the Georgia Dome. You can get all the latest game stats and play-by-play in the box score on our NFL Scoreboard page. And if you're following the live blog on a mobile device, this link will work best for you.
McCarthy post-game press conference
Atlanta -- Here are excerpts from coach Mike McCarthy's post-game press conference:
I'll start with the injuries. Spencer Havner injured his hamstring, did not return. Dimitri Nance suffered a concussion, did not return and Brandon Chillar reinjured his same shoulder, did not return.
With that, I'll take your questions. »Read Full Blog Post(289)
The road ahead for the Packers
Atlanta – The reality of the situation following the Packers' 20-17 loss to the Atlanta Falcons is that the playoffs are not a sure thing anymore.
It looked that way at 7-3 with four straight victories, but now the Packers are essentially two games behind the 8-3 Chicago Bears and stuck in a quagmire of 7-4 teams that could knock them out of the wild card picture.
First, let's look at the NFC North. »Read Full Blog Post(150)
McCarthy's Monday news conference
Green Bay -- Here's what Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy had to say Monday, a day after his team's 20-17 loss to the Atlanta Falcons at the Georgia Dome: (249)
Coaches' corner: The day after Packers-Falcons
Green Bay -- The following are excerpts from interviews conducted with Green Bay Packers assistant coaches Monday afternoon, a day after the Packers' 20-17 loss to the Atlanta Falcons:
On the final kickoff was Nick Collins trying too hard to make a big play? He tried to shoot the gap on the left side and he could have done a better job reading the play and understanding it was a middle return and folding over the top. »Read Full Blog Post(216)
Packers sign Tramon Williams to contract extension, put Chillar and Havner on IR
Green Bay - The Green Bay Packers have signed cornerback Tramon Williams to a four-year contract extension averaging $8.25 million, the Journal Sentinel has learned.
The deal is worth $33.074 million and extends through 2014. The Packers and agent Rodney Williams completed the deal late last week but the club didn't announce it.
Williams received a $6 million signing bonus and roster bonuses of $2.5 million in 2011, $2.8 million in 2012 and $300,000 in both 2013 and 2014.
The deal guarantees Williams $11.074 million. He had been playing under a one-year tender worth $3.043 million.
Williams's base salary increased this year to $14,376,333, but with six weeks remaining in the regular season he will make just $5.074 million of it, which was guaranteed against skill and injury.
The official average of the deal is $8.2685 million. He can realize another $1 million from 2011-'14 in the form of workout bonuses.
At $8.25 million, Williams trails just three players in Green Bay in average salary per year: quarterback Aaron Rodgers ($12.7 million), cornerback Charles Woodson ($9.73 million) and wide receiver Greg Jennings ($8.75 million).
Williams, 27, entered the league as a free agent with Houston in 2006. Cut by the Texans, he joined the Packers' practice squad in November 2006.
In another series of moves, the Packers announced they put linebackers Brandon Chillar (shoulder) and Spencer Havner (hamstring) on injured reserve. Both aggravated injuries they had suffered earlier in the year.
Havner will not need surgery to repair the hamstring, according to a source. However, he pulled the muscle bad enough that he would not be able to return this season. Chillar had been putting off surgery on his shoulder all season, but will presumably have it in the near future. »Read Full Blog Post(186)
Video: This week with LeRoy Butler
In this week's "5 Questions" video segment, Packer Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler talks with Journal Sentinel reporter Tom Silverstein about the loss to the Falcons, the inabilty to win close games and the lack of a running game in Green Bay. In "X's and O's" he examines a breakdown in the Packers' run defense and looks ahead to the 49ers.
For previous LeRoy Butler videos, click here. (79)


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Isla Bonita Mexican Restaurant: In the Core of the Island's Commercial District
Bainbridge Island doesn't have a huge commercial area. Most of the commercial activity here, including the restaurants, is concentrated in the community of Winslow, which is where Bainbridge Island is linked to Seattle with the Bainbridge Island Ferry.
Isla Bonita is the only Mexican restaurant in the core business district of that community.
The front of the restaurant faces south, and the structures across the street are only one floor tall. That means, if you are craving some sunlight on a rare winter sunny day, this is one of the places to come to get a window in the sunlight.
The entire restaurant, which has a huge number of tables going deep into the building, is heavily decorated with all manner of unique artwork, and in fact each table itself is a work of art. While your food is being prepared, I suggest trying to explore these wonderful works as much as you can.
There are some bad reviews of the restaurant that say the food is only lukewarm and that it is fairly greasy. This was not our experience at all. On the other hand, the last Sunday of December is not a peak tourist day on Bainbridge Island! Possibly if the restaurant gets too crowded there is a problem with the quality, but this review is based on what I experienced, not what others have said (but I do like to check them to make sure that what I experienced tend to be the norm or not - and this place has a wide variety of both good and bad reviews).
Portions are reasonably large for the price paid, compared to Seattle.
Favorite Dish: Be sure to check the specials board! The specials may not be great deals, but a dollar or two off wouldn't hurt anybody either!
Address: 316 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Directions: From ferry landing, turn left onto Winslow Way. The restaurant is on the north side of the street after about 2 blocks (though only one street is passed).
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Cafe Nola: A Fortunate Accident
A narrow storefront and not particularly flashy signage makes it easy to go past this gem if you aren't looking for it. A simple, quiet, bistro like interior allows relaxation and easy conversation. The wait staff was experienced and careful and patient and proper. The portions were good to generous. The menu was eclectic/bistro/continental/with a little french thrown in. Everything we had was quite well done from salad through dessert.
This is on Bainbridge Island, across the sound from Seattle, Washington. One of the nice things you can do from Seattle is to check sunset times and take the ferry to Bainbridge Island at the time of sunset and watch it happen as you cross over. Once there it is about a third to half mile walk to the main street of town where there are a number of restaurants. Cafe Nola is on the left at the far end. They stop serving at 9PM, so plan for that.
Favorite Dish: I have only been there once. I had a very good pear and spinach salad, seared scallops, and an amazingly good and suprisingly large white chocolate bread pudding.
Address: 101 Winslow Way, East. Bainbridge Island
Directions: Take the Bainbridge Island ferry and follow the signs to the city center. Walk through town and toward the end of the main street, on the left, is Cafe Nola.
Phone: 206-842-3822
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The Streamliner Diner: Smoothies and the cookie jar
StreamlinerDiner for breakfast and lunch
the best you'll ever eat!!! ever!!!
while you are there look for the pig cookie jar on the shelf behind the counter. it used to rest in my father's kitchen and get us kids in trouble.
Favorite Dish: crepes, belgium waffles with fresh berries real maple syrup and yogurt with the fruit smoothie special, the soups the sandwiches the chicken the veggie lasagna the everything
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Home cooking. Authentic 1948 diner.
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Certifiably mad about food-serving. Lunch, dinner & breakfast.
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The definitive NW pub. Waterfront deck. NW Food, soups and sandwiches.
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Heavenly food, epicurean vegetarian lunches & exquisite pastries. Dinner, Thurs. Fri. & Sat.
Bainbridge Bakers
Bakery goods and espresso.
Golden Turtle
Chinese food.
Pleasant Beach Grill
Seafood and lamb specialties.
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Isla Bonita
Authentic Mexican food. Perfect place for kids.
Gabrielli Deli
East Coast deli style lunches. Homemade soups, subs, vegetarian specialties.
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Italian and NW cuisine in an historic farmhouse
San Carlos Restaurant
.Award winning food & drink of the Southwest.
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Japanese sushi restaurant inside art gallery.
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Fresh seafood, steaks, pasta, salad. NW wines & spirits, micro beers.
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15th year in 'Seattle's Best Places'. Breakfast and lunch.
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Elected officials ignorant of the facts is nothing new. However last week when Polk County Commissioner Warren Affeldt declared that people on MN Care are 'lazy' (Times 6/26/13), it was quite stunning to have such ignorance so boldly displayed.
Apparently Mr. Affeldt is clueless as to the nature of our current economy and the conditions faced by millions of low and even medium wage workers. Many of these workers work hard at jobs that don't pay a living wage, have no benefits, and often manipulate the number of hours available to workers so that they don't have to give basic benefits. As just one example, currently in the United States 43 percent of women work at jobs that don't even offer one paid sick day a year (Mother Jones 6/27/13).
Furthermore, millions of Americans are just one medical incident away from bankruptcy, and they are offered no protection by their employer and have no personal or sick time to fall back on.
MN Care is a wonderful program that gives a great benefit to people who work at such jobs. This is the sort of positive use of our tax dollars that a sane and decent society gives to people who make our auto parts, greet us at Walmart, clean our hotel rooms, and work at thousands of other low wage 'service' jobs.
Is there a problem in our country with a sense of entitlement and a lack of willingness to work hard? Yes indeed there is. However this problem is found with far more frequency among affluent young people than among the working poor.
If Commissioner Affeldt is going to continue to represent this county, it would be wonderful if he could learn more about the realities facing many of our citizens.
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The Cat in the Hat
by Dr. Seuss
The Cat in the Hat Meaning
What is this book really about?
Think Red
These days, the color red doesn't really stir up any crazy emotions. Well, no political emotions, at least. Not so in 1957, when it was closely associated with Communism. And not-so-coincidentally, the Cat and the Things are pretty red themselves—from their clothing to the FUN-IN-A-BOX to the cat's cleanup mobile.
Symbolically speaking, we might see the Cat and the Things as Communist invaders corrupting our youth—in their very homes—while their parents are away.
Um, yikes?
Now might be a good time to click over to "Symbolism, Imagery and Allegory." As it turns out, the Cat and the Things aren't all that's associated with the color red: it's also the color of the kids' house, the mother's coat, and little Sally's bow. So if the Cat and the Things are Communists, that means the mom and kids are, too. Well, that sure complicates things.


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"As a trader, it's critical to have a contingency plan. That means: When does this bearish setup break? If UNFI can push through the top of its shoulder level at $56 (the red dashed line), we've got a good sign that more buyers have stepped in to buoy shares. Until then, $51 is our sell signal."
From Stockpickr 2/12 under HAIN quote.
Yesterday UNFI rose past, and closed above 56, but then WFM reported!
Now you can buy UNFI for $49.
Sentiment: Buy
I aint buying no more!
In hindsight while UNFI did indeed close above 56, it wasn't "buoyed" LOL.


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The UCA student chapter of the Council for Exceptional Children continues an active role in community service and professional development as evidenced in the activities such as the following.
- For 13 years the organization has sponsored an Angel Tree for families in need with a child(ren) who has a disability. They provide the list of items for the members of the COE to purchase and the UCA SCEC students deliver the gifts to the parents/guardians so they can provide a Christmas celebration for their children.
- For the last 2 years, the UCA Student Council for Exceptional Children has provided 3 fun nights for a group of children and families involved in a group called Friday Night Friends. This group gets together once a month to provide a place and activities for teens with developmental disabilities.
- Students in the organization currently in the special education block attended a technology and assistive technology workshop provided by Bryan Ayers of Easter Seals Arkansas-Outreach. The students participated in hands-on learning to help them integrate technology in their future classrooms. The PD lasted for 6 hours and was held at Easter Seals.


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For our new Baby Nambe Collection, we turned to renowned designer Sean O'Hara, whose love of fluid forms reveals itself in a series of classic gift pieces that cater as much to parents' aesthetics as baby's needs. Baby Nambe are the shower gifts that make grownups coo, and this baby bank is a shining example. Made of 18/8 stainless steel, which is exceptionally lustrous, durable, and rust-resistant, the Sleep Bank is a creation to be treasured for generations. The treasures inserted through the coin slot may be released at any time using a removable rubber stopper on the bank's bottom.Read More
In 1984, the first Nambé holiday ornament was introduced and today the tradition continues with a variety of meaningful designs. Engraved with the year, Baby's First Rocking Horse ornament is an inspired gift for friends and relatives who have been blessed with newborns this year.Read More
For our new Baby Nambe Collection, we turned to renowned designer Sean O'Hara, whose love of fluid forms reveals itself in a series of classic gift pieces that cater as much to parents' aesthetics as baby's needs. This three-piece set of implements serves both little diners and their parents during the period when toddlers transition from needing adult assistance at mealtimes to feeding themselves. Forged of lustrous, durable 18/10 stainless steel, the set comprises fork and spoon with looped handles for a toddler to grasp securely, and a feeding spoon with long, slender handle and narrow tear-drop-shaped head just right for an adult to maneuver into a tiny mouth on the opposite side of a high-chair. The implements are polished to a long-lasting mirror-finish shine and are dishwasher safe. An excellent gift choice for baby's Christening, or to otherwise celebrate a new arrival.Read More
Dreamy and poetic, the Sleep Frame displays a favorite photograph with tenderness that is appealing from the nursery to the nightstand. Designer Sean O'Hara creates a graceful circular frame by connecting the tips of an elongated crescent moon so a picture is lovingly cradled behind a disc of glass. Subtle sculpting adds sleepy man-in-the-moon features, and a gleaming mirror finish brings out the frame's fluidity. A sweet gift for babies, new moms, or grandparents, the Sleeping Moon Frame is fashioned from lustrous Nambe alloy to ensure heirloom beauty and quality.Read More
Frequency is the measurement of a recurring event in time. The interval during which a recurring sequence of events takes places is a cycle. The world is a composition of parallel frequencies and cyclical events; the sounds of waves crashing, the stages of animal life, the phases of the moon, the seasonal migration of birds, the beat of the human heart. The result of recurring events in nature generates a stunning energy, perpetually information our sense. Through subtle shifts of movement and scale, the Jill Malek wallpaper designs are inspired by the fluctuating patterns of frequency found in nature.Read More
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26 January 2012
Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond has set out his plans for a referendum on Scottish independence. The Westminster government has its own ideas on how the referendum should be held and has already published its own consultation document.
Colin Blane
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Alex Salmond's statement to the Scottish Parliament is the latest stage in the manoeuvring between Westminster and Edinburgh for control of the referendum process.
Mr Salmond wants a simple question on independence but he'd also like the possibility of another question about further powers for the Scottish Parliament short of full separation. And he's expected to restate the SNP's argument that 16 and 17 year-olds should be allowed to vote.
There are signs that the Scottish government may be willing to negotiate to reach agreement with Westminster to make sure the referendum is legal. The two sides are to hold talks on the details of the ballot.
It looks as if Mr Salmond won't object to the process being supervised by the UK electoral commission.
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text: A great night for former NDSL Academy players Warren O Hora and Dean Casey who were part of the Bohemian fc squad that lifted the Leinster Senior Cup in a 4-0 win over Wexford Youths in Dalymount Park. Both players made 2nd half appearances and played well. Congratulations to you both


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During the Double Dutch Spring sew-in we made a sampler quilt-top for a charity cause and had so much fun putting the blocks and pieces of fabric in different sizes together, that the idea was born to start a Double Dutch Sampler quilt-along. Every month or so one of the Double Dutch quilters will post instructions for a block for the Sampler quilt. I initially jumped in, but stepped back a little later, as I have too much on my plate already at the moment. Maybe I will join the gang later this year.
As my quilting time is a bit limited lately, I love to work on a (small) block every now and then. After seeing Lotje's house block I collected all the hand printed fabric I had on hand. They are from Maze & Vale, Ink & Spindle and some are Japanese linen fabrics from Etsy shops and some are scraps I received from quilt friends.
I also made 2 square in a square blocks (which are often called Economy blocks lately – that name refers to a block in the Farmer's Wife Quilt).
If you like you can join the Double Dutch Sampler quilt-along on Flickr. Lotje posted the instructions for the house block on here.
Enjoy your weekend!


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They refuse to take it back, if I chose to mail it back i have to pay all shipping, they refuse to correct the situation, and give me some stupid "credit" to my account in place of refunding my money.
They weekely change people, and phone numbers, NO ONE gives me and e-mail to recieve help.
They just continue to rob me of FEES i know nothing of.
I can go on and will, come back on and add to this but this is a FRAUD.
THEY FEED OFF THE NIAVE, AND GULLABLE, AND HOPEFUL PEOPLE OUT THERE. I have not made a dime off this Co. since June of 2008, and am in debt over $6,000 that was from a car accident settlement. I was hoping just to make enought to pay my bills.
Instead All my credit is ruined and I have this mess to deal with.
I want my d**n money back that's all. If they won't do that I'll start the largest law suit they ever saw.
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Book your room at Holiday Inn Brunswick
Get an overview of this hotel3-star hotel with restaurant and indoor pool
Situated in Brunswick, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Glynn Place Mall and within 9 mi (15 km) of Selden Park and Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site. Marshes of Glynn Overlook Park and Mary Ross Waterfront Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Holiday Inn Brunswick138 Glynco Pkwy Brunswick GA 31525
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Holiday Inn Brunswick features an indoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink.
This Brunswick hotel also offers multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Complimentary self parking is available on site.
- Indoor pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Fitness facilities
- Bar/lounge
- Restaurant
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Total number of rooms - 103
- Number of floors - 5
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Conference space
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- Air conditioning
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Millhouse Restaurant - This steakhouse serves breakfast and dinner.
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Check-out time is noon
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Bronson Rock; w/ Phantom Pluckers with Brian Torff • Bronson Rock plays originals and cool covers from long ago. Fronted by Buzz Gordo, (Big Bad Johns, Gone Native), the band plays a bunch of Gordo originals as well as a host of cool, danceable covers of obscure soul, rockabilly and garage rock classics. • Bassist, vocalist and composer Brian Torff leads Phantom Pluckers using his extensive jazz background to craft tight arrangements for vocals, guitar, saxophone, bass and drums. They have played numerous shows in the Northeast, recorded two EPs and released live performance material on YouTube. Its tightly scored sound incorporates blues, rock, world music and jazz styles. • Since Brian Torff and Buzz Gordo are now next door neighbors, this show will have them battling over which is "best band on the block."
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The Westport Arts Festival presents its first blues-rock festival with a double bill of two powerful bands. The Renovators, whose recordings can be heard world-wide, combine excellent songwriting with a distinct sense of humor. Phantom Pluckers are led by Brian Torff and combine a rock-blues-jazz sensibility with original material. Torff leads a band of twenty-somethings in a collaboration that is fresh, vibrant and rocking.
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Bio: Phantom Pluckers is a dynamic four-piece rock band that combines fresh, original songwriting with high musicianship. Bassist, vocalist and composer Brian Torff leads Phantom Pluckers using his extensive jazz background to craft tight arrangements for vocals, guitar, saxophone, bass and drums. For...See Full Bio
"The Westport Arts Center gets the blues this weekend when it presents its first-ever Westport Arts Center Blues Festival. Two bands, the Phantom Pluckers and The Renovators, perform..."The band is growing and evolving, and it has been a joy," said Torff, who is also professor of music at Fairfield University. "The other band members, Jamie Debicella on guitar and Jon Rivers on drums, were former students of mine at Fairfield University. Last summer we added Steven Salcedo on tenor and baritone saxes. He went to McGill University with my son Jarryd, who is also a musician. I do all the writing, and I work at it constantly, as all of our material is original and tightly scored. The gigs are coming in, and we are trying to play and grow as much as we can. I still have an active jazz career which I love, but this is like Bob Dylan's 'Bringing It All Back Home' for me. I am returning to my musical blues-rock roots. But I'd like to think I know a little more now than when I was 17 years old."


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Boos & Applause
December 19, 2015 Editor's note: During the course of a week, issues are covered that might not lend themselves to full editorial comment, but they are worthy of The Inter-Mountain weighing in — pro, con or neutral... more »»
Smoking while pregnant on the rise in W.Va.
December 18, 2015 West Virginians eat too much, smoke too much, abuse drugs too much and engage in a variety of other unhealthy behaviors at rates greater than most other Americans. more »»
Showdown brewing over curriculum
December 17, 2015 A showdown between West Virginia legislators and state Board of Education members over public school curriculum seems to be brewing — but it is entirely avoidable. more »»
Structural reforms are needed
December 16, 2015 Language West Virginia Senate President Bill Cole used last week regarding the Public Employees Insurance Agency was harsh, to say the least. But Cole, R-Mercer, had good reason to be angry. more »»
Morrisey should be commended
December 15, 2015 Major gaps in access to high-speed Internet access are a problem in West Virginia. more »»
Basic Freedom
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Bill to cut school calendar is puzzling
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Female inmates on the rise in W.Va.
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Blankenship trial brings facts to the surface
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Major Shift
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Too soon for program to expand to counties
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Happy ending leads to more questions
December 4, 2015 It appears Roy Stevens' story will have a happy ending. more »»
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