CHRISTIAN KIRKSEY NEWS

Leads team in tackles Kirksey recorded 12 tackles (10 solo) in Sunday's win over the Lions.

Impact Kirksey was all over the field Sunday, as he now has 24 total tackles through his first two games with the Packers. What may be even more impressive is the fact that the linebacker, who has struggled with injuries in his past, has not missed a defensive snap yet this season.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Kirksey had 'a ball' getting back on the football field Packers LB Christian Kirksey offers high praise for fellow LB Krys Barnes' performance against the Vikings in Week 1.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • PACKERS.COM

Leads team in tackles Kirksey made a team-leading 12 tackles (six solo) in Sunday's victory over the Vikings.

Impact The Packers are banking on Kirksey staying healthy and playing a big role in the middle of their defense in 2020, and he did just that in Week 1. Kirksey was on the field for all 52 plays run by the Vikings' offense, so he will have plenty opportunities to make stops as long as he is out there. Keep in mind, the player he replaced in Green Bay -- Blake Martinez -- finished second in the league with 155 total tackles a year ago.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Three Things: Davante Adams, Vikings prep and Christian Kirksey Larry McCarren and Wes Hodkiewicz provide three things to look for in the Packers' preparation for the Vikings.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • PACKERS.COM

Total Packers: Christian Kirksey 'blessed to be part of the program' Total Packers features new LB Christian Kirksey, who recognizes the greatness of the Packers organization.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • PACKERS.COM

Why Christian Kirksey could be the Packers' missing piece on defense Due to injuries, Kirksey has played just a combined nine games in the last two seasons. Can he stay healthy in 2020?

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Browns LB Wilson doesn't need surgery, expected back in 2020

Browns starting linebacker Mack Wilson does not need surgery for his hyperextended left knee and is expected to play this season

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL teams huddling up to devise plans for social change

The New York Jets were one of nine NFL teams that canceled practice Thursday in wake of the shooting of Jacob Blake, a Black man, in Wisconsin last Sunday

AUGUST 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers believe continuity can help them get over the top

The Green Bay Packers are counting on consistency to get them over the top after finishing a game away from the Super Bowl three of the last six years

AUGUST 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pettine says Kirksey has 'stepped into a leadership role' Packer Defensive Coordinator Mike Pettine talks about the strengths of Christian Kirksey, the swagger on the defensive line and the versatil...

AUGUST 21, 2020 • PACKERS.COM

Starter Wilson's knee injury a blow to Browns linebackers

Browns starting linebacker Mack Wilson suffered a hyperextended left knee and will likely miss significant time while recovering

AUGUST 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Excited about health entering 2020 Kirksey feels completely healthy ahead of the 2020 campaign, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Kirksey has missed most of the last two seasons due to separate hamstring and pectoral injuries, but when healthy he has proven to be an above-average middle linebacker capable of playing all three downs. It's a uniquely interesting spot to monitor throughout training camp for IDP leagues given previous Packers starting middle linebacker Blake Martinez averaged 148 tackles in each of the last three seasons. Kirksey has far more range and explosiveness than the now current Giants starter, but a history of nagging injuries could thwart a possible underrated star in IDP formats.

AUGUST 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gutekunst likes young talent behind Packers LB Christian Kirksey  GM Brian Gutekunst believes there will be good intra-squad competition for the spot next to Kirksey in Green Bay's defense.

AUGUST 10, 2020 • PACKERS.COM

Packers open camp seeking to build on 2019 breakthrough

The Green Bay Packers open camp seeking to take the next step after losing in the NFC championship game three of the past six years

JULY 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers' Kirksey benefits from familiar face in new location

Packers' Kirksey benefits from familiar face in new location

JUNE 10, 2020

Packers' Kirksey benefits from familiar face in new location

Packers' Kirksey benefits from familiar face in new location

JUNE 10, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers' run defense eager for redemption after playoff loss

Packers' run defense eager for redemption after playoff loss

MAY 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

A year after major investments on defense, Packers hope for improvement from within, coaching in 2020 The team’s only defensive additions were free-agent inside linebacker Christian Kirksey and three draft picks.

MAY 6, 2020 • NEWSBUG.INFO

Green Bay Packers: Grading the Christian Kirksey, Rick Wagner signings The Green Bay Packers signed two free agents on Monday in linebacker Christian Kirksey and right tackle Rick Wagner. We grade the signings....

MARCH 18, 2020 • NFLSPINZONE.COM

Tom Oates: Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst again shows he knows what he's doing He gets into free agency quickly and signs two low-risk veterans — offensive tackle Rick Wagner and linebacker Christian Kirksey — at below-...

MARCH 18, 2020 • MENASTAR.COM

Tom Oates: Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst again shows he knows what he's doing He gets into free agency quickly and signs two low-risk veterans — offensive tackle Rick Wagner and linebacker Christian Kirksey — at below-...

MARCH 18, 2020 • BRADFORDERA.COM

Tom Oates: Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst again shows he knows what he's doing He gets into free agency quickly and signs two low-risk veterans — offensive tackle Rick Wagner and linebacker Christian Kirksey — at below-...

MARCH 18, 2020 • TIOGAPUBLISHING.COM

Tom Oates: Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst again shows he knows what he's doing He gets into free agency quickly and signs two low-risk veterans — offensive tackle Rick Wagner and linebacker Christian Kirksey — at below-...

MARCH 18, 2020 • NEWSPRESSNOW.COM

Tom Oates: Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst again shows he knows what he's doing He gets into free agency quickly and signs two low-risk veterans — offensive tackle Rick Wagner and linebacker Christian Kirksey — at below-...

MARCH 18, 2020 • NEWS-GRAPHIC.COM

Tom Oates: Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst again shows he knows what he's doing He gets into free agency quickly and signs two low-risk veterans — offensive tackle Rick Wagner and linebacker Christian Kirksey — at below-...

MARCH 18, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM