Forums
New posts
Search forums
What's new
New posts
New media
New media comments
New resources
Latest activity
Media
New media
New comments
Search media
Resources
Latest reviews
Search resources
Members
Current visitors
Log in
Register
What's new
Search
Search
Search titles only
By:
New posts
Search forums
Menu
Log in
Register
Install the app
Install
Forums
Open Football Discussion
Green Bay Packers Fan Forum
Jackson and Hunt arrive
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Reply to thread
Message
<blockquote data-quote="calicheesehead" data-source="post: 13502" data-attributes="member: 235"><p>Walker's arrival avoids headache for Pack </p><p> </p><p>By ARNIE STAPLETON, AP Sports Writer</p><p>July 28, 2005</p><p></p><p>AP - Jul 26, 12:35 pm EDT</p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Now that top receiver Javon Walker has reversed course and reported to training camp, the Green Bay Packers can go about deciding who will be throwing him all the passes. </p><p></p><p>Brett Favre, who normally takes it easy at camp, needs plenty of work -- the three-time MVP quarterback was excused from all offseason throwing to focus on re-energizing his 35-year-old body and his spirit after yet another tumultuous year. </p><p></p><p>His heir apparent -- first-round draft pick Aaron Rodgers of Cal -- will be force fed the offense once he agrees to a contract. And last year's backup, Craig Nall, will fight with J.T. O'Sullivan for a roster spot when two-a-day practices start Friday. </p><p></p><p>``Certainly it is a juggling act for our coaches and myself to make sure we give the guys the exposure that they need to get,'' coach Mike Sherman said. </p><p></p><p>At least with Walker in town, training camp might not seem such a circus. </p><p></p><p>The team underwent medical and conditioning tests Thursday after Walker made a surprise appearance the night before at St. Norbert College, where the veterans had their first mandatory meeting. </p><p></p><p>Agent Drew Rosenhaus said last week Walker would hold out of training camp in an effort to force a trade or a major upgrade to his contract. </p><p> </p><p>Walker, who made his first Pro Bowl in February, wants a hefty pay raise from the $515,000 salary he's due this season in the fourth year of a five-year, $7.485 million deal he signed in 2002. </p><p></p><p>General manager Ted Thompson, who sent a letter to Rosenhaus earlier this month stating he had no intention of tearing up Walker's contract or talking trade, declined Thursday to say whether he had budged on his stance not to renegotiate Walker's deal this season. </p><p></p><p>``We don't talk about what we may or may not do, but nothing's changed with us,'' Thompson said. </p><p></p><p>Rosenhaus didn't return phone calls from The Associated Press seeking an explanation for Walker's reversal. </p><p></p><p><span style="color: blue">Grady Jackson, who also is represented by Rosenhaus and was considering a holdout, showed up to camp as did Cletidus Hunt, who had skipped all offseason workouts.</span> </p><p></p><p>The only no-show was tight end Bubba Franks, who hasn't signed his one-year tender as the team's transition player because he wants a long-term deal. </p><p></p><p>Walker's arrival took the organization a little off guard. </p><p></p><p>``I don't know if it was a complete surprise,'' Thompson said. ``We were assuming everybody would show up and he showed up. But to some degree, yes, it was a surprise.'' </p><p> </p><p>Had Walker held out, he would have been subject to $6,000 daily fines and the Packers would have had the right to go after half of the $1.3 million option bonus he received in 2003. </p><p></p><p>Last year, the Packers fined cornerback Mike McKenzie, who held out all of camp, then reported to the team in September only to facilitate a trade. </p><p></p><p>Thompson said it was his understanding that Walker was in camp to participate and not just watch workouts. </p><p></p><p>``I think Javon's a football player. I haven't talked to him, but I'm sure he's taking his physical, doing the running tests and whatever everybody else does,'' Thompson said. </p><p></p><p>Once Favre announced his intention to return for another season, Walker's unhappiness with his contract became the biggest story of the offseason for the Packers, who lost veteran leaders Marco Rivera, Mike Wahle and Darren Sharper to free agency. </p><p></p><p>Favre chimed in by publicly chastising Walker and Rosenhaus for their tactics and saying he hoped the Packers wouldn't cave in and that the team could win without Walker. </p><p></p><p>Rosenhaus in turn criticized Favre for sticking his nose into Walker's financial business. </p><p></p><p>Walker's arrival alleviates a potential big headache for the Packers as they begin camp needing to refurbish all phases of their team. </p><p></p><p>``We're glad he's here, as we are about everybody else,'' Thompson said. ``And I'm sure all his teammates and coaches are glad he's here, too.''</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Time to see Bates magic work with our starters all in camp. Bates will be the football whisperer if he can get Hunt to commit and improve.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="calicheesehead, post: 13502, member: 235"] Walker's arrival avoids headache for Pack By ARNIE STAPLETON, AP Sports Writer July 28, 2005 AP - Jul 26, 12:35 pm EDT GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Now that top receiver Javon Walker has reversed course and reported to training camp, the Green Bay Packers can go about deciding who will be throwing him all the passes. Brett Favre, who normally takes it easy at camp, needs plenty of work -- the three-time MVP quarterback was excused from all offseason throwing to focus on re-energizing his 35-year-old body and his spirit after yet another tumultuous year. His heir apparent -- first-round draft pick Aaron Rodgers of Cal -- will be force fed the offense once he agrees to a contract. And last year's backup, Craig Nall, will fight with J.T. O'Sullivan for a roster spot when two-a-day practices start Friday. ``Certainly it is a juggling act for our coaches and myself to make sure we give the guys the exposure that they need to get,'' coach Mike Sherman said. At least with Walker in town, training camp might not seem such a circus. The team underwent medical and conditioning tests Thursday after Walker made a surprise appearance the night before at St. Norbert College, where the veterans had their first mandatory meeting. Agent Drew Rosenhaus said last week Walker would hold out of training camp in an effort to force a trade or a major upgrade to his contract. Walker, who made his first Pro Bowl in February, wants a hefty pay raise from the $515,000 salary he's due this season in the fourth year of a five-year, $7.485 million deal he signed in 2002. General manager Ted Thompson, who sent a letter to Rosenhaus earlier this month stating he had no intention of tearing up Walker's contract or talking trade, declined Thursday to say whether he had budged on his stance not to renegotiate Walker's deal this season. ``We don't talk about what we may or may not do, but nothing's changed with us,'' Thompson said. Rosenhaus didn't return phone calls from The Associated Press seeking an explanation for Walker's reversal. [color=blue]Grady Jackson, who also is represented by Rosenhaus and was considering a holdout, showed up to camp as did Cletidus Hunt, who had skipped all offseason workouts.[/color] The only no-show was tight end Bubba Franks, who hasn't signed his one-year tender as the team's transition player because he wants a long-term deal. Walker's arrival took the organization a little off guard. ``I don't know if it was a complete surprise,'' Thompson said. ``We were assuming everybody would show up and he showed up. But to some degree, yes, it was a surprise.'' Had Walker held out, he would have been subject to $6,000 daily fines and the Packers would have had the right to go after half of the $1.3 million option bonus he received in 2003. Last year, the Packers fined cornerback Mike McKenzie, who held out all of camp, then reported to the team in September only to facilitate a trade. Thompson said it was his understanding that Walker was in camp to participate and not just watch workouts. ``I think Javon's a football player. I haven't talked to him, but I'm sure he's taking his physical, doing the running tests and whatever everybody else does,'' Thompson said. Once Favre announced his intention to return for another season, Walker's unhappiness with his contract became the biggest story of the offseason for the Packers, who lost veteran leaders Marco Rivera, Mike Wahle and Darren Sharper to free agency. Favre chimed in by publicly chastising Walker and Rosenhaus for their tactics and saying he hoped the Packers wouldn't cave in and that the team could win without Walker. Rosenhaus in turn criticized Favre for sticking his nose into Walker's financial business. Walker's arrival alleviates a potential big headache for the Packers as they begin camp needing to refurbish all phases of their team. ``We're glad he's here, as we are about everybody else,'' Thompson said. ``And I'm sure all his teammates and coaches are glad he's here, too.'' Time to see Bates magic work with our starters all in camp. Bates will be the football whisperer if he can get Hunt to commit and improve. [/QUOTE]
Insert quotes…
Verification
Post reply
Staff online
PikeBadger
Moderator
Members online
PikeBadger
Heyjoe4
Azpackfan4
PackerinSD
CanPackFan71
swhitset
ThePerfectBeard
Latest posts
2024 draft discussion thread
Latest: PikeBadger
A moment ago
Draft Talk
H
2024 Draft Prospect Discussions
Latest: Heyjoe4
A moment ago
Draft Talk
2024 1st Rd pick #25 Jorden Morgan OL
Latest: Dantés
36 minutes ago
Green Bay Packers Fan Forum
I had This Nightmare
Latest: Thirteen Below
Today at 3:13 AM
Green Bay Packers Fan Forum
2024 Draft-- Media Stuff
Latest: Poppa San
Yesterday at 11:23 PM
Draft Talk
Forums
Open Football Discussion
Green Bay Packers Fan Forum
Jackson and Hunt arrive
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
Accept
Learn more…
Top