NEWS BLOG (WSAU) Three thoughts on the Packers game from Sunday, and the endof Green Bay's NFL season.

First, there's been some scattered talk about a facemask call that should have been made on Aaron Rodger's fumble at the end of the game. If the players aren't complaining about the officials, fans shouldn't either. The Packers problem on Sunday wasn't the refs. The problem was the defense. You don't win playoff games with only one defensive stop.

Second, the Packers are still a young team that's built for the future. I have nothing but optimism about next season. We already have a world-class quarterback, a high-powered offense, and a defense that will get better next year. Just a few missing pieces, and....

Finally, for all the good teams except one, the season and with a loss, a disappointment, and a little heartache.

Chris Conley
Operations Manager, Midwest Communications-Wausau
1.11.09