Ted Thompson's Legacy Still Looms Large in Green Bay

Ted Thompson is a big reason the Packers found success in 2019. He’s also a big reason their season ended in heartbreak.

Green Bay Packers, EditorialJon MeerdinkJanuary 30, 2020Ted Thompson, 2020 Offseason

Davante Adams' Contract is Already a Bargain for the Packers

Davante Adams plays like an elite receiver, but he may not quite be paid like one.

AnalysisJon MeerdinkNovember 28, 2018Davante Adams, Packers Front Office, Ted Thompson

How the Packers Drafts Hurt Their Depth

The Packers couldn’t keep up with the Vikings late due to a lack of depth. Here’s how that happened.

Who's to Blame for Brett Hundley's Failure in 2017?

Getting to the bottom of the 2017 quarterback crisis.

Analysis, Green Bay PackersJon MeerdinkJuly 14, 2018Brett Hundley, Ted Thompson, Mike McCarthy, QB Week

Here's What Aaron Rodgers Likely Wants in His Next Contract

Aaron Rodgers doesn't have much leverage with the Packers in his contract negotiations. Here's how he's changing that.

Tight End Tony Gonzalez Nearly Traded to Packers in 2008

The Chiefs and the Packers had an agreement in place before the 2008 trade deadline to send tight end Tony Gonzalez to Green Bay for a third-round pick.

NewsGary ZilavyApril 2, 2018Trade Week, Tony Gonzalez, Ted Thompson, Mike McCarthy, Kansas City Chiefs

The Packers Made The Right Decision Drafting Damarious Randall

If cornerback is not Randall’s natural position, and Ted Thompson drafted Damarious Randall, then how responsible is the former general manager?

EditorialJon MeerdinkMarch 29, 2018Damarious Randall, NFL Draft, Ted Thompson

What Ted Thompson's Departure as GM Means for the Packers

Ted Thompson is out as GM in Green Bay.

NewsJon MeerdinkJanuary 1, 2018Ted Thompson, Packers f, Eliot Wolf, Russ Ball, Brian Gutekunst

Let's Talk About Mike McCarthy and Brian Hoyer

Think before criticizing Mike McCarthy for his quarterback remarks.

EditorialJon MeerdinkNovember 1, 2017Mike McCarthy, Packers Front Office, Ted Thompson

Three Theories Explaining Ted Thompson's Free Agent Spree

We may not know exactly why Ted Thompson is signing free agents, but the truth is out there.

AnalysisJon MeerdinkSeptember 7, 2017Ted Thompson, Packers Front Office

Five Thoughts After Cutdown Weekend

Now that the final cuts are in, here are some thoughts on the state of the Packers.

EditorialJon MeerdinkSeptember 4, 2017Packers Front Office, Ted Thompson

How the New Cutdown Rules May Affect the Packers

Here’s how this change may affect Ted Thompson, Mike McCarthy and the Packers organization.

Ted Thompson Traded T.J. Lang for Jahri Evans and a Third Round Pick

As the Packers continue to build their roster, let's examine how Green Bay managed to replace T.J. Lang.

Quick SlantsJon MeerdinkMay 1, 2017Jahri Evans, T.J. Lang, Ted Thompson

How Bob Harlan Stole Ted Thompson

The story of how the Packers hired Ted Thompson is like a spy novel.

Unpredictable Marshawn Lynch and Packers: A 2017 Fit?

Let’s explore the fit and history between Marshawn Lynch and the Packers. Could Lynch be a target for Green Bay at running back?

You'll Be Thanking the Packers Later

The Packers are better off for sticking to their own evaluations of what players are worth. Here's why.

Packers Rumors: QB Aaron Rodgers Wants a New Contract

Aaron Rodgers' comments in an interview on Wednesday indicate he wants a new contract this offseason.

Why Restructuring Randall Cobb's Contract Isn't Wise

With about $42 million in cap space as free agency approaches next week, it is unwise to ask Cobb to restructure the final two years on his contract. Here’s why.

How Drew Brees Almost Replaced Brett Favre

Before his career began in earnest with the New Orleans Saints in 2006, the Packers were interested in Drew Brees as a veteran counterpart to Aaron Rodgers.

Packers Rumors: Ted Thompson Facing Heat on Free Agents?

It's starting to look like some inside Lambeau Field are irritated with general manager Ted Thompson.