Packers' new formula: Rely on defense rather than offense
The Green Bay Packers are relying on an unfamiliar approach to remain in their customary position atop the NFC North standingsNOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
RASHAN GARY #52 - DEFENSIVE LINEMAN - GREEN BAY PACKERS
30 TCKL •
0 INT •
3.5 SCK
30 TCKL
0 INT
3.5 SCK
Hopes to play through injury Gary plans to brace his hyperextended elbow in an attempt to play Sunday against the Vikings, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Gary will undergo an MRI on Tuesday to help determine the extent of his injury, but it appears as though he could avoid missing additional time after he exited Sunday's win over the Seahawks in the second half. The 2019 first-rounder was relatively productive prior to his departure in Week 10 and totaled three solo tackles and a sack.
NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Young, Watt leave with injuries, Mayfield limps off field
Reigning Defensive Rookie of the Year Chase Young suffered a potentially serious right knee injury, putting a damper on Washington’s big win against Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buc...NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Comes out of game Sunday Gary is questionable to return to Sunday's game with an elbow injury.
Impact Gary's arm bent awkwardly in the pile when he tried to make a tackle in the second half, and he was seen writhing in pain afterward. Jonathan Garvin should take over at linebacker.
NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Rodgers remains as vital as ever to Packers' aspirations
Much of the attention on the Green Bay Packers this year has focused on quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ off-field actionsNOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Picks up another sack Gary had two tackles (one solo) and a sack in Sunday's 13-7 loss to the Chiefs.
Impact The sack gives Gary 4.5 on the season, with three of those coming over his past three games. While he isn't putting up huge numbers in the sack column, he is generating a lot of heat on the quarterback, as per Daire Carragher of 247Sports, he owns a 16.5 percent pressure rate -- the fourth-best mark in the league.
NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Rashan Gary fights for a third-down sack ' Packers vs. Chiefs Green Bay Packers linebacker Rashan Gary sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on third down.
NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
Packers' resourcefulness will face huge test at Arizona
The Green Bay Packers have demonstrated all season they can win games when they’re not even close to full strengthOCTOBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pressure pays off in Week 7 Gary made seven tackles (three solo), recorded a career-high 2.0 sacks and forced a fumble in Sunday's 24-10 victory over Washington.
Impact Gary has been putting heat on opposing quarterbacks all season, ranking -- per Matt Schneidman of The Athletic, top-10 in the league in all of pressures, hits and hurries, and his steady work finally paid off in the sack column in Week 7. Gary now has 3.5 sacks on the season, which puts him well on his way to topping the 5.0 sacks he put on the board a season ago.
OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Three Things: Red-zone defense, Rashan Gary, receiver shake-up Larry McCarren & Wayne Larrivee highlight three things from the Packers' 24-10 win over Washington.
OCTOBER 25, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
Rashan Gary: 'We have yet to play our best game' Green Bay Packers LB Rashan Gary spoke with the media after the team's 24-10 victory over Washington.
OCTOBER 24, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
Packers defeat Washington 24-10 for 6th straight victory
Aaron Rodgers threw touchdown passes to three receivers and the Green Bay Packers defeated Washington 24-10 for their sixth consecutive victoryOCTOBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Packers sign former Texans outside linebacker Mercilus
The Green Bay Packers signed veteran outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus in hopes of boosting not only their pass rush but their championship hopesOCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Packers film review: Rashan Gary is becoming the edge defender Green Bay badly needs The Packers' 2019 first-round pick ranks tied for ninth among NFL edge rushers with 25 quarterback pressures this season, according to PFF.
OCTOBER 20, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Rashan Gary credits 5-1 start through injuries to 'guys stepping up' Packers LB Rashan Gary spoke with the media following the Packers' 24-14 win over the Chicago Bears in Week 6.
OCTOBER 17, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
First full sack this season Gary tallied a career-high six tackles (four solo) and a sack in Sunday's 27-17 victory over the Steelers.
Impact Gary's first full sack of the season was an impressive one, as he shoved the offensive lineman in his way into Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and wound up taking both players to the ground. Gary is starting to pick up the pace, registering 1.5 sacks over the last two weeks after being shut out in both Weeks 1 and 2.
OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Rashan Gary on Packers' pass rush, run defense: 'We believe we're the best in the business'
OCTOBER 4, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Smith on Rashan Gary: 'One thing that stands out is his effort' Packers outside linebackers coach Mike Smith spoke to the media on Thursday.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
LaFleur impressed with 'lead by example' style of Gary Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur gave his thoughts on third-year LB Rashan Gary stepping up as a leader on defense.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
Packers placing OLB Za'Darius Smith on IR due to back issue
The back issue that bothered Green Bay outside linebacker Za’Darius Smith throughout the preseason will now force the Packers to play without their Pro Bowl pass rusher for the nex...SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Four pressures in Week 1 Gary had a team-leading four pressures in Sunday's 38-3 loss to the Saints, per Zach Kruse of The Packers Wire.
Impact According to the report, Gary rushed the passer only 16 times Sunday, so he certainly made the most of his opportunities. Gary was on the field for 60 percent of the plays the Packers defense was on the field for, which is a notable increase over the 44 percent of snaps he played in his 2020 sophomore campaign.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Packers could be without LB Za'Darius Smith for opener
The Green Bay Packers could be missing one of their best players when they kick off the 2021 seasonAUGUST 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rashan Gary 1-on-1: Ready to make an impact Larry McCarren goes 1-on-1 with LB Rashan Gary to talk about his upcoming third season in the Packers' defense.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
New coordinator Barry gives energy boost to Packers' defense
New Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Joe Barry can only hope his players display the same spirit on the field that he brings to meetings and practicesAUGUST 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Three Things: Juwann Winfree, Rashan Gary, and Josh Myers vs. Kenny Clark Larry McCarren, Wes Hodkiewicz and Mike Spofford provide three things from Tuesday's practice in pads.
AUGUST 3, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
