Ruvell Martin

After an offensive shootout in the first half, the New Orleans Saints pulled away in the third quarter with a real team effort that included three interceptions, Deuce McAllister breaking the franchise record for rushing touchdowns, and their explosive passing game. This was an important game for two teams trying to reach the playoffs. Coming into the game, both teams had even records after 10 games but had not broken .500. However, the Green Bay Packers are more competitive in the NFC North while the Saints will need some help to catch up to their division rivals in the NFC South. This was also ... Read Full Story

After an offensive shootout in the first half, the New Orleans Saints pulled away in the third quarter with a real team effort that included three interceptions, Deuce McAllister breaking the franchise record for rushing touchdowns, and their explosive passing game. This was an important game for two teams trying to reach the playoffs. Coming into the game, both teams had even records after 10 games but had not broken .500. However, the Green Bay Packers are more competitive in the NFC North while the Saints will need some help to catch up to their division rivals in the NFC South. This was also ... Read Full Story

With three losses in as many weeks, two of them at home, the Green Bay Packers are almost certainly out of the playoff picture. When those losses are combined with the fact that both the Vikings and the Bears won today while the Pack was losing, even a perfect 3-0 from here out carries little hope. Once again, a defensive meltdown by the Packers left fans disappointed and the team struggling. Matt Schaub’s return to play after a month off ended with a 40-yard field goal to win the game for Houston right at the horn. In spite of four turnovers, probably due to ... Read Full Story

By Andy Benoit, www.NFLTouchdown.com Predicted: 2 nd 2007 Record: 13-3 (1 st NFC North) Head Coach: Mike McCarthy (3 rd year) Roster Quick View *rookie **new veteran Offense QB: Aaron Rodgers No pressure. RB: Ryan Grant Led the NFC in rushing over the second half of last season. Wants a long-term contract. Packers would be wise to give him one. FB: Korey Hall College LB who has performed well at FB. Should be able to keep his job from challenger John Kuhn. WR: Donald Driver Veteran leadership, toughness and mastery of the offensive scheme make him arguably the most valuable WR in the NFC. ... Read Full Story

The Bears needed a win to stay in the play off hunt, and they somehow got one against a slumping Green Bay Packers team that dominated them for most of the game. The Packers were the team with nothing to play for in the Monday Night matchup of two NFC rivals, but played with fire and determination. The Bears put together a lackluster effort in the first half, especially on the offensive side of the ball. The Bears gave up 14 points and 226 yards to the Green Bay Offense in the first half, although they did come up with one interception. The Bears ... Read Full Story