COREY BALLENTINE NEWS

Packers ready to show the Lions how much they've improved since their last matchup

The Green Bay Packers believe they’ve come a long way since they last faced the Detroit Lions nearly a month ago

3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers use fast start to stifle Dolphins, win third straight

Cold-weather struggles continue for Miami, which sees its three-game winning streak come to an end.

4 DAYS AGO

Love connects with Reed on 2 TDs as Packers use fast start to beat Dolphins 30-17

Jordan Love threw two touchdown passes to Jayden Reed and the Green Bay Packers capitalized on a fast start to beat Miami 30-17 and snap the Dolphins’ three-game winning streak

4 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Thursday Ballentine (knee) won't return to Thursday's game against the Dolphins.

Impact Ballentine went down after the opening kickoff when trying to make a tackle and won't be able to return to this game. Robert Rochell has taken Ballentine's place on special teams. Ballentine's next chance to play will come against the Lions on Thursday, Dec. 5, though a more precise timeline for his recovery could be revealed once Ballentine undergoes further tests.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Thursday Ballentine is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Dolphins due to a knee injury, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ballentine went down after the opening kickoff when trying to make a tackle, though at least he was able to walk off the field under his own power. Robert Rochell took his place in special teams.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Ballentine (ankle) is good to go for Sunday's game versus the Lions, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Ballentine missed his first game of the year last week against the Jaguars. He could be in for a bigger role than usual with Jaire Alexander (knee) sidelined.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Two of NFC's hottest teams face off as North-leading Lions visit Green Bay

Two of the NFC's hottest teams square off Sunday when the first-place Detroit Lions visit Lambeau Field to face the Green Bay Packers in a North Division showdown

OCTOBER 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out for Week 8 Ballentine (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Ballentine was a DNP for all three practices this week due to an ankle injury, and he will miss his first game of the regular season. His next chance at suiting up will be Week 9 against the Lions on Sunday, Nov. 3. Eric Stokes will be the Packers' top corner reserve Sunday behind starters Keisean Nixon and Jaire Alexander.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Week 8 Ballentine (ankle) did not practice Friday and has been listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Ballentine has been unable to practice all week due to an ankle injury, and it's unlikely that he'll play Sunday. If he's indeed inactive, Eric Stokes would operate as the Packers' top backup corner behind starters Jaire Alexander and Keisean Nixon.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Passing problems cause Texans to waste an impressive performance from their injury-riddled defense

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OCTOBER 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Slot is latest stop for ever-versatile Corey Ballentine Veteran cornerback played pivotal role in Packers’ playoff push last season

AUGUST 2 • PACKERS.COM

Returns to field Friday Ballentine (undisclosed) practiced Friday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ballentine opened training camp on the active/non-football injury list due to an undisclosed issue, but he appears to be back to full health. The veteran cornerback is expected to have a rotational role in Green Bay's secondary during the coming campaign while also logging time on special teams.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Opening camp on NFI list Ballentine (undisclosed) was placed on the active/non-football injury list Sunday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Ballentine is apparently dealing with an undisclosed non-football injury as the Packers open training camp Monday. The cornerback is expected to compete with Carrington Valentine and Robert Rochell, amongst others, for reps in Green Bay's secondary in 2024. While on the NFI list, Ballentine is eligible to return to practice and play at any point this preseason.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Happy Birthday to CB Corey Ballentine! Green Bay Packers CB Corey Ballentine celebrates his birthday on April 13, 2024.

APRIL 13 • PACKERS.COM

Staying in Green Bay Ballentine is slated to re-sign with the Packers.

Impact Ballentine spent his the previous two seasons in Green Bay. He tallied 43 tackles (15 solo) and one interception across 14 games (six starts) in 2023. The 27-year-old again projects to provide depth and contribute on special teams in the upcoming season.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Barry on Corey Ballentine: 'He was a stud for us on Sunday in Minnesota' Defensive coordinator Joe Barry spoke to the media on Thursday as the Green Bay Packers prepare for a Week 18 matchup with the Chicago Bears...

JANUARY 4 • PACKERS.COM

Key to the game: Corey Ballentine's first INT sets tone for Packers' defense Green Bay generates two Jaren Hall takeaways, 14 quarterback hits

JANUARY 1 • PACKERS.COM

Corey Ballentine snags Hall's tipped pass for INT Green Bay Packers defensive back Corey Ballentine intercepts a pass from Minnesota Vikings quarterback Jaren Hall.

JANUARY 1 • NFL.COM

Happy Birthday to CB Corey Ballentine! Green Bay Packers CB Corey Ballentine celebrates his birthday on Thursday, April 13, 2023.

APRIL 13, 2023 • PACKERS.COM

Packers re-sign defensive backs Rudy Ford, Corey Ballentine

The Green Bay Packers have re-signed safety Rudy Ford and cornerback Corey Ballentine

MARCH 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Staying put in Green Bay The Packers re-signed Ballentine on Monday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ballentine will return to Green Bay, where he spent time both on the active roster and practice squad this past year. Heading into the 2023 campaign, the 26-year-old could potentially find himself competing for a roster spot in what's become a crowded secondary. If he does make the team, the 2019 sixth-round pick will likely see most of his playing time on special teams, bringing value both in coverage and as a returner.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Packers proving they can win by relying on their defense

The Green Bay Packers’ defense is meeting offseason expectations and giving this storied franchise a new look

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Corey Ballentine in perfect spot to snag tipped-ball interception for Falcons Atlanta Falcons defensive back Corey Ballentine is in the perfect spot to snag a tipped-ball interception for the Falcons.

AUGUST 27, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Corey Ballentine gets revenge vs. former team with strong PBU Atlanta Falcons defensive back Corey Ballentine gets revenge vs. his former team with a strong pass break-up.

AUGUST 23, 2022 • NFL.COM

Man convicted in shooting that killed 1, wounded NFL player

A jury has convicted a man of killing a college football player in Kansas and wounding another man who went on to play in the NFL

MARCH 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS