Wednesday, January 06, 2016

Vikings at Packers

With the last two home games being rainy days, it ’s been a while since we shared photos from Lambeau Field. Sunday night’s Minnesota Vikings vs. Green Bay Packers game was cold but dry, so we were able to get back to taking photos from the Packerville, U.S.A. seats in the north end zone. Above, walking to Lambeau from the west along Brookwood Drive. 

The view from the north end zone, as you walk in from the concourse level. You may not know that about half of the seating in the bowl is below ground level. 

A Mr. & Mrs. Packerville, U.S.A. selfie at the concourse level. 

Someone’s helmet, awaiting the action. 

Out-for-the-season WR Jordy Nelson during pre-game warm-ups. He was catching passes, but we noticed that he did not run, jump, or put any stress on his knee. He let balls go that a player normally would jump or stretch to catch. 

NBC’s Sunday Night Football crew doing the pre-game broadcast from the visitors’ sideline. And in case you’re wondering, yes, they did take the tent down before the game started, so as to not block the view of the fans seated in that area.

Newly-acquired LS Rick Lovato and P Tim Masthay during warm-ups. 

WR Jared Abbrederis and a Packers’ staff member. 

The Packers coming out for warm-ups about 45 minutes prior to kick-off. 

Team huddle outside the tunnel, with the NFL Films crews documenting the action. 

QB Aaron Rodgers going through his pre-game drills along the Packers’ sideline. 

There were a lot of these people in the stands, but seemingly not as many as in recent years. 

Getting to the game action images, here RB Eddie Lacy (#27) gets some early yardage. 

QB Aaron Rodgers and the offense coming our way in the first half. 

And a closer view of the same subject matter as above. 

QB Aaron Rodgers (#12) scrambles out to his left, trying to find an open receiver, with G Josh Sitton (#71) providing protection. 

On a time out, QB Aaron Rodgers watches something on the HD video board. 

The Packers’ offensive huddle, heading south on the field. 

Panoramic view of the offense with QB Aaron Rodgers handing off to RB James Starks (#44). 

A fake handoff to RB James Starks, setting up a pass play. 

QB Aaron Rodgers eludes Vikings’ DT Tom Johnson. 

QB Aaron Rodgers making sure that adjustments are made prior to the snap. 

The offense warms up on the sideline after another unsuccessful drive. 

Vikings’ QB Teddy Bridgewater looks over the Packers’ defensive alignment. Rookie LB Jake Ryan (#47) is at right. 

QB Aaron Rodgers gets protection for a few seconds deep in his own territory.

P Tim Masthay is back and ready for a punt. 

The Vikings’ bench area. 

DB Micah Hyde (#33), S Morgan Burnett (#42), DT Mike Daniels (#76), and an unidentified player make a stop on Vikings’ RB Adrian Peterson.

WR Jeff Janis back for a kickoff return. 

QB Aaron Rodgers making a throw.

It’s time out time again, with discussion on the next plays to come. 

Vikings’ QB Teddy Bridgewater looking to throw as LB Julius Peppers breaks free from his blocker. 

DB Micah Hyde (#33) makes a fair catch on a Vikings’ punt. Probably a good idea with the enemy standing right there. 

The Vikings’ offensive huddle. 

Vikings’ QB Teddy Bridgewater is hit by an unidentified pass rusher as he tries to get rid of the ball. 

A good hole for RB James Starks

Unfortunately, the final score as the Minnesota Vikings leave the field as NFC North Division champions. 

Our last look as we leave Lambeau Field for the final time of the 2015 season.