Award Continues Woodson's Green Bay Journey

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Charles Woodson has told the story many, many times.

About how he never wanted to come to Green Bay in the first place as a free agent back in 2006.

About how he clashed initially with Head Coach Mike McCarthy over the offseason and practice structures, because he was uneasy and discontented he had received no other contract offers except from the Packers.

But now, four years later, he couldn't imagine having gone anywhere else. As the biggest star on the Packers' defense, he's been embraced and respected by the organization, community and fan base.

He loves playing football here, his relationship with McCarthy has grown exponentially, his recent marriage and birth of a son have grounded his priorities, and his 12-year career remains on a sharp upswing.

"It was truly a blessing coming to Green Bay," Woodson said.

That blessing continued on Tuesday for the veteran cornerback when he was named The Associated Press Defensive P..

Source: Packers.com
 

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