The publicly owned Packers
This article explains why I have never had the patience for money-grubbers like Jerry Jones (and almost all the rest of the owners), and why I just love the fact he is watching the little old Packers play in the Super Bowl in his new Deathstar stadium.
Super Bowl XLV: the numbers
$13,796,000: Total 2011 salary of the Packers’ starting offensive line. 1,560 pounds: Total weight of the Packers’ starting offensive line. $552.72: Price per ounce of the Packers’ starting offensive line. $1,330.74: Price per ounce of gold, as of 8 a.m. ET on January 31 See more at MoneyWatch.com.
Why the Packers need to win
Spending last month in my hometown, 20 minutes south of Green Bay, I was reminded how important the Packers are to Wisconsin, as this article explains The Green Bay Packers need to win – ESPN.
Rodgers’ mentors
Guess who 3 of Rodgers’ mentors are leading into this game? Guess who isn’t? Sporting News article.
MLK Jr. quotes
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” –Strength to Love More quotes.
