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#559 Packers Unscripted: Quick turnaround

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ loss to the Vikings (:28), the Thursday matchup with the 49ers (5:19), the injury situations (12:36) and Green Bay’s struggles defending the run (17:34).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 3, 202022 min

#558 Packers Unscripted: The rematch awaits

Mike and Wes preview the Packers’ rematch with the Vikings, looking at the injury situations for Minnesota (:29) and Green Bay (3:46) as well as the Packers’ keys to victory on offense (7:17) and defense (12:00). They also examine some notable games around the NFL in Week 8 (18:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 29, 202025 min

#557 Packers Unscripted: Taking care of business

Mike and Wes review the Packers’ victory over the Texans, including the key takeaways on offense (1:51), the dynamic play of WR Davante Adams (4:30) and the standout items on defense (10:57). They also look at where things stand in the NFC North and the conference as a whole (20:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 27, 202025 min

#556 Packers Unscripted: Back on their game

Mike and Wes discuss what it’ll take for the Packers to return from Houston with a victory on both offense (:36) and defense (9:34). They also discuss the state of the offensive line in the wake of David Bakhtiari’s injury (4:52) and other noteworthy games around the NFL in Week 7 (15:12).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 22, 202022 min

#555 Packers Unscripted: Rough day at the office

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ first loss of the season, from the offensive struggles (2:15) to the defense’s lack of a big play (4:54) to the missed opportunities (7:05). They also take a look at the next opponent, Houston (9:53), and the current state of the NFC North (18:14).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 20, 202020 min

#554 Packers Unscripted: Final rundown

Mike and Wes discuss ways for the Packers to get an edge on the Buccaneers (:30) as well as the keys to victory on offense (4:17) and defense (9:11). They also examine other notable games around the NFC this week (14:19).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 15, 202021 min

#553 Packers Unscripted: Back from the bye

Mike and Wes discuss potential areas of improvement for the Packers on offense (1:39) and defense (6:15). They also examine the seasons thus far for this week’s opponent, Tampa Bay (12:21), and the only 5-0 team in the NFC, Seattle (18:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 13, 202022 min

#552 Packers Unscripted: Unsung heroes

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ unsung heroes in their 4-0 start on the offense (:53) and defense (5:36). They also look at some key NFL games in Week 5 (13:07).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 8, 202021 min

#551 Packers Unscripted: 4-for-4

Mike and Wes break down the Packers’ victory over the Falcons, starting with the offensive performance despite missing key players (1:04) and continuing with the steadier defensive effort compared to previous games (9:46). They also examine where things stand in the NFC North (16:06).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 202022 min

#550 Packers Unscripted: Frustrated Falcons

Mike and Wes break down the Packers’ upcoming opponent on Monday Night Football, from the Falcons’ mood following two difficult losses (:48), to the strong start of WR Calvin Ridley (2:02), to their struggling defense (6:04). They also examine the other Week 4 games involving NFC North teams (9:47).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 1, 202018 min

#549 Packers Unscripted: 3-for-3

Mike and Wes discuss the key elements of the Packers’ third win, including the major fourth-quarter momentum shifts (2:13), the defense rebounding down the stretch (4:27), WR Allen Lazard’s career-best game in Davante Adams’ absence (6:39), and the impressive work of the offensive line (9:42). They also take a brief look at the next opponent, the Falcons (11:53).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 202014 min

#547 Packers Unscripted: 2-for-2

Mike and Wes break down the Packers’ second victory of 2020, including the two scores on either side of halftime (1:04), RB Aaron Jones’ career day (3:29), other complementary players on offense (6:17), the defense’s recovery from a slow start (9:43) and LB Rashan Gary’s impact (12:31).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 202020 min

#546 Packers Unscripted: Strong start

Mike and Wes review the Packers’ opening win at Minnesota, including the performances of QB Aaron Rodgers (:39) and WR Davante Adams (4:16), the moving parts on the offensive line (7:08), and the uneven performance by the defense (12:06).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 202022 min

#545 Packers Unscripted: Starting with a showdown

Mike and Wes discuss QB Aaron Rodgers’ comments about the Packers flying under the national radar (:38) and the keys to victory on both offense (11:59) and defense (14:58) for Green Bay on Sunday. They also mention other key games around the NFC scheduled for Week 1 (17:48).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 10, 202022 min

#544 Packers Unscripted: Week 1 has arrived

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ 53-man roster (1:51) and some injury concerns (4:36). They also give an overview of opening foe Minnesota on defense (6:56) and offense (12:38).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 8, 202018 min

#543 Packers Unscripted: In a good place

Mike and Wes discuss QB Aaron Rodgers’ comments about the state of his game (:41) and the offense as a whole (6:26). They also look ahead to the weekend, and all the new rules and regulations that will surround roster moves (8:42).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 3, 202023 min

#542 Packers Unscripted: Promising progress

Mike and Wes review the extensive 11-on-11 work in Sunday’s Lambeau Field practice (1:24) and discuss the strong training camps put together by WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling and LB Rashan Gary (5:54), along with veteran G Lane Taylor (12:06).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 1, 202019 min

#541 Packers Unscripted: Veterans in their element

Mike and Wes discuss the veteran presence and performances brought to training camp by QB Aaron Rodgers (4:11), TE Marcedes Lewis and K Mason Crosby (9:36). They also talk about how rookie LB Kamal Martin is getting noticed (12:54).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 202020 min

#539 Packers Unscripted: Early observations

Mike and Wes review the first two practices of training camp, including their thoughts on backup QB Tim Boyle (1:29), the competition on the offensive line (7:10), DL Kenny Clark’s new contract (9:25), LB Rashan Gary’s potential role (13:46), and new LB Christian Kirksey’s strong first impression (16:51).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 202020 min

#538 Packers Unscripted: Let the battles begin

As the first practice of training camp arrives, Mike and Wes discuss potential position battles to watch on offense (1:35) and defense (7:18). They also select the Packers rookies they’re most looking forward to seeing on the field for the first time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 202021 min

#537 Packers Unscripted: Projections to ponder

Mike and Wes discuss whether RB Aaron Jones or the Smith Bros. have the tougher act to follow in 2020 (1:21), and which of the Packers’ Pro Bowl alternates from last season is poised to make his first Pro Bowl this year (9:26).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 202019 min

#537 Packers Unscripted: Projections to ponder

Mike and Wes discuss whether RB Aaron Jones or the Smith Bros. have the tougher act to follow in 2020 (1:21), and which of the Packers’ Pro Bowl alternates from last season is poised to make his first Pro Bowl this year (9:26).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 202019 min

#536 Packers Unscripted: Davante Adams' legacy

Mike and Wes discuss the career of WR Davante Adams (1:01) and where he ranks in team history in both the regular-season and postseason record books (6:57). They also talk about the potential impact of limited or no fans at NFL games this fall (9:46).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 6, 202017 min

#535 Packers Unscripted: Packers getting started

Mike and Wes discuss the opening of training camp (1:55), WR Devin Funchess’ decision to opt out (7:33), as well as various offensive (11:07) and defensive (13:55) storylines to keep an eye on over the next month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 5, 202020 min

#534 Packers Unscripted: Sideline views

Mike and Wes review defensive coordinator Mike Pettine’s comments about the run defense (1:20), offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett’s perspective on the virtual offseason (6:47) and special teams coordinator Shawn Mennenga’s thoughts on having return man Tyler Ervin to start the season (10:28). They also discuss the story of undrafted Canadian rookie Marc-Antoine Dequoy (13:49) and the fourth-and-15 onside kick alternative (20:42).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 28, 202024 min

#533 Packers Unscripted: Rodgers' reaction, more on rookies

Mike and Wes recap Packers QB Aaron Rodgers’ conference call about the draft and his future (:30), and they share the anecdotes they’ve heard on seventh-round picks Vernon Scott (9:30) and Jonathan Garvin (12:21).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 21, 202017 min

#532 Packers Unscripted: Sharing stories

Mike and Wes discuss the favorite stories they’ve heard from the former coaches of Packers draft picks Kamal Martin (1:57), Jon Runyan Jr. (6:18), Simon Stepaniak (12:22) and Jake Hanson (16:25).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 202021 min

#531 Packers Unscripted: Sizing up the schedule

Mike and Wes dive into the Packers’ 2020 schedule, talking about their first impressions (:33), a tough stretch following the Week 5 bye (4:30), the challenge of going to the West Coast on a short week (7:09), the home-heavy finish (14:43), and the number of primetime games (14:43).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 8, 202016 min

#530 Packers Unscripted: Looking ahead

Mike and Wes answer some questions about the Packers’ roster, including which free agent will have the biggest impact (1:21), the most intriguing position competition (4:32), young players expected to make strides (10:15, 14:48), and an unexpected 2020 storyline (19:54).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 6, 202025 min

#529 Packers Unscripted: Draft dive, Q&A style

Mike and Wes share their answers to questions about the Packers’ 2020 draft, including which pick will have the biggest rookie impact (1:57), what’s the largest draft regret (5:45), and who will have the greatest influence on the Packers winning another Super Bowl in the Aaron Rodgers era (12:20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 4, 202019 min

#528 Packers Unscripted: More draft detail

Mike and Wes discuss more of RB A.J. Dillon’s background as the Packers’ second-round draft pick (:34) and review the draft classes of Green Bay’s NFC North foes – Minnesota (4:58), Detroit (9:15) and Chicago (14:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 1, 202019 min

#527 Packers Unscripted: Draft debrief, Part 2

Mike and Wes review the Packers’ third-day draft picks, including LB Kamal Martin (1:23), the three offensive linemen taken in the sixth round (5:33), and the two seventh-round choices (11:43). They also examine where the Packers’ roster stands at some key positions (15:01).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 29, 202023 min

#526 Packers Unscripted: Draft debrief, Part 1

Mike and Wes review the Packers' first three picks in the NFL Draft, starting with the selection of QB Jordan Love (2:37) in the first round and continuing with Day 2 selections, RB A.J. Dillon (9:58) and Josiah Deguara (14:25).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 27, 202019 min

#525 Packers Unscripted: What will the Packers do?

In their final pre-draft preview show, Mike and Wes discuss decisions that might face the Packers on draft night, such as whether to pick or trade at No. 30 overall (1:40), which top inside LB would be the best pick if available (5:56), whether an offensive or defensive lineman is the higher priority (9:15), when the Packers might draft a WR (12:20), and how many total picks they’ll make (17:25).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 22, 202022 min

#524 Packers Unscripted: Wrapping up the roster

Mike and Wes finish their pre-draft review of the Packers’ roster by looking at the inside linebackers (1:31), outside linebackers (8:54), defensive backs (10:54) and the draft’s potential impact on special teams (17:26).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 20, 202021 min

#523 Packers Unscripted: Talking trenches

Mike and Wes continue their pre-draft review of the Packers’ roster by examining both the offensive (:31) and defensive lines (9:26) and some top prospects for both position groups (5:09, 15:08).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 17, 202019 min

Remembering Willie Davis

Mike and Wes share some brief thoughts on the passing of a Packers legend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 15, 20204 min

#522 Packers Unscripted: Perimeter picture

Mike and Wes continue their preview of the upcoming draft by looking at the Packers’ wide receivers (1:00) and tight ends (11:53) and some top prospects at each position.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 15, 202019 min

#521 Packers Unscripted: They're back, to preview the draft

Mike and Wes return to begin their pre-draft look at the Packers’ roster, starting with the QB (1:17) and RB (7:42) positions. They also discuss some top backfield prospects (11:50) and local QB hopeful James Morgan (14:54).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 13, 202016 min

#520 Packers Unscripted: Burning questions at the combine

Mike, Wes and Larry discuss the varied options the Packers might have at wide receiver in the upcoming draft (:37) and how they might attack shoring up the run defense (6:59), noting a couple of defensive line prospects who will attract attention (10:56).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 27, 202018 min

#519 Packers Unscripted: Combine chatter

Mike, Wes and Larry review the first couple days of the NFL Scouting Combine from Indy, including the biggest takeaways from GM Brian Gutekunst’s and Head Coach Matt LaFleur’s comments, potential additions at WR and RB (7:58), and a couple of intriguing back stories of unheralded prospects (14:11).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 202018 min

#518 Packers Unscripted: Off to Indy

Mike and Wes preview their annual trip to the NFL Scouting Combine by discussing several of GM Brian Gutekunst’s comments to reporters last Friday (2:33), including pending free-agent decisions (12:40) and the youth on the current roster (18:23).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 202025 min

#517 Packers Unscripted: That's it, that's all (for now)

Mike and Wes wrap up the season discussing GM Brian Gutekunst’s final press conference, including the importance of DL Kenny Clark (6:16), the gap between the Packers and 49ers (9:00), and upcoming decisions on pending free agents (17:52).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 202025 min

#516 Packers Unscripted: Super matchup

Mike and Wes preview the upcoming Super Bowl between the 49ers and Chiefs, discussing San Francisco’s run game against Kansas City’s defense (3:21), the top tight ends in the league in Travis Kelce and George Kittle (8:21), and the coaching storylines involving Andy Reid and Kyle Shanahan (14:06).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 202022 min

#515 Packers Unscripted: Wrap-up remarks

Mike and Wes discuss Head Coach Matt LaFleur’s season-ending press conference, including his thoughts on the team’s opportunities to improve (4:19), the evolution of the offense (7:01), his self-reflections (9:10), and the potential new obstacles the Packers may encounter that they didn’t this past year (12:51).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 202021 min

#514 Packers Unscripted: Deserved honors

Mike and Wes discuss the three Packers selected to the Pro Bowl as replacements, including WR Davante Adams and the place he’s earned in team history (1:59). They also review locker clean-out day (8:14) and discuss several pending free agents (13:17).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 202024 min

#513 Packers Unscripted: Abrupt ending

Mike and Wes recap the Packers’ loss in the NFC title game, beginning with the inability to stop the run on defense and the turnovers on offense (2:33). They also discuss QB Aaron Rodgers’ forward-thinking comments after the game (9:09) and the closeness of Green Bay’s locker room throughout the season (11:42).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 202021 min

#512 Packers Unscripted: There for the taking

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ keys to victory against the 49ers, starting with WR Davante Adams (1:35), the defensive effort needed against TE George Kittle and San Francisco’s run game (3:33), and the value of turnovers and red-zone play (5:47) as well as the fourth quarter (8:19). They also pick one thing that has to happen for Green Bay to win (12:01) and give their thoughts on the AFC Championship Game as well (17:21).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 202021 min

#511 Packers Unscripted: Pieces to the puzzle

Mike and Wes discuss the next-level chemistry WR Davante Adams currently has with QB Aaron Rodgers (:38), the evolution of RB Tyler Ervin’s role on the team (11:11), and how the defense worked to shore up the big-play issue (19:13).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 16, 202027 min

#510 Packers Unscripted: Down the stretch

Mike and Wes take a closer look at how the 49ers finished their season after playing the Packers the first time (:49) and how both teams have played a lot of close games (4:41) and shown resiliency all season long (8:28). They also discuss the selection of Bobby Dillon to the Pro Football Hall of Fame (15:35) and how the Centennial class process played out (20:13).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 202026 min