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Bring on the Big Dog

Mercedes Lewis next up on 5th Quarter

by Mark Daniels

Aaron Rodgers affectionately calls him the "Big Dog". 

Mercedes Lewis certainly fits the bill.   The 6-6, 267 pound tight end is now in his 14th NFL season and his second with the Green Bay Packers.   Used very sparingly in 2018 when he caught all of three passes,  Lewis is more active in Matt LaFleur's offense with seven catches for 69 yards through the first five games.

The former number one draft pick out of UCLA by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2008, Lewis spent his first 12 years in Florida.  His best season was in 2010 when he made the Pro Bowl after catching 58 passes and scoring 10 touchdowns.

He's one of the more thoughtful veterans in the Packer locker room and Mercedes will be our guest on the next edition of the 5th Quarter.   Next week's show will take place on Tuesday, October 15, the day after the Monday night matchup with the Detroit Lions.

Join us and meet Mercedes Lewis at 5:00 PM Tuesday, live from The Turn, powered by Top Golf Swing Suite.

Mark Daniels

I’ve got Green and Gold in my blood having grown up in Titletown and it’s been a treat watching and covering sports from the Packers to the preps for you in Green Bay for Midwest Communications.
As a kid, I chased Packer players for autographs, I’m still chasing ‘em now for quotes on the big play or big game. I’ve had the opportunity to cover Super Bowls, the World Series, Stanley Cup Finals, NBA playoffs and major championship golf over the years but I get just as much enjoyment following the college scene at UWGB or St. Norbert, the Green Bay Gamblers and high school sports.
Our prep coverage was honored as the best of 2007 reinforcing our commitment to give these hard working boys and girls their due.
My work has also been recognized by the Associated Press and Wisconsin Broadcasters Association with several achievement awards.
Outside of the studio, off the field or away from the gym, I’ve had the pleasure of helping dozens of organizations over the years. I’ve served as race announcer and master of ceremonies at the Bellin Run almost from it’s beginning, spoken to various service clubs and hosted charity golf events or team banquets.
My wife Kari and I have raised two active children which has kept us involved in both school and club athletics for nearly 15 years. Chances are you’ll see me on a golf course when the weather’s nice. My roots are deep and that’s why I’m so enthusiastic about this area’s sporting scene, and as I often say, “Watching kids play games helps keep me young!”
Thanks for listening and see you at the game.