Packers Unscripted

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mike and Wes discuss the comments regarding the Week 12 Packers-49ers result from both head coaches, Matt LaFleur (1:12) and Kyle Shanahan (5:25). They also look at how Green Bay has improved since that first meeting (8:55) and they review the officiating issues from the win over the Seahawks (11:49).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes review the Packers’ dramatic playoff win, beginning with the play of QBs Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson (:54), the record-setting performance by WR Davante Adams (7:40), the tale of two halves for Green Bay’s defense (11:18), and the outstanding work by fill-in RT Jared Veldheer (15:50). They also recap the other playoff games from divisional weekend (20:05).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss the perspective of the Packers’ veterans who are back in the postseason (1:01), particularly how QB Aaron Rodgers views it (3:51). The also discuss Mike McCarthy’s hiring by the Dallas Cowboys (8:33), list their keys to victory on both sides of the ball for Green Bay against Seattle (13:17), and preview the other three playoff games this weekend (20:48).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss how veterans like QB Aaron Rodgers (4:17) and WR Davante Adams (7:40) have wisdom to impart to the young players who haven’t been in the postseason before. They also discuss the work of the Packers’ secondary (10:24) and how the unit has benefited from steady pressure up front (17:18).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss how different the Seahawks are from the team the Packers have seen in recent years (3:08), how both teams have done what it takes to win (8:31), and the potential impact of Seattle RB Marshawn Lynch (15:11).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes explore various Packers-Seahawks matchups on tap, including Mike Pettine vs. Russell Wilson (6:36), DK Metcalf vs. Jaire Alexander and Kevin King (8:13), Bobby Wagner and K.J. Wright vs. Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams (11:15), Jadeveon Clowney vs. Bryan Bulaga (14:01), and Seattle’s offensive line vs. Kenny Clark and Za’Darius Smith (16:51).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes recap the four wild-card playoff games, including how the Vikings upset the Saints (2:59) and the controversy over the final play (7:26), and how the Seahawks earned their trip to Lambeau Field (14:21) and the impact of DE Jadeveon Clowney (17:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss LT David Bakhtiari’s fourth straight All-Pro selection and former S LeRoy Butler advancing to the finalist stage for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. They also preview both AFC Wild Card games this weekend (10:46) as well as both NFC contests (14:58).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss several Packers who will be key to the team’s playoff fortunes on both offense (1:02) and defense (16:44).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On podcast No. 500, Mike and Wes revisit how the offensive line got through the game in Detroit (:54) and how the defense came on strong at the end of the regular season (9:06). They also discuss what may lie ahead in postseason officiating (20:35).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss the pieces to the comeback in Detroit, including K Mason Crosby (2:33), the 95-yard TD drive in the third quarter (4:16), the key play on the final drive (6:22), and the subs stepping in on the offensive line (13:50). They also recap the NFC playoff picture (15:30) and the final moments of the San Francisco-Seattle showdown (19:44).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss various keys to victory vs. the Lions (1:10), individual milestones that could be reached as the regular season wraps up (10:17), the role the team’s chemistry has played (14:24), and other Week 17 games impacting the playoff picture (18:05).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss the tough turn the Lions’ season has taken at quarterback (5:46) and on defense (7:00). They also look at how the Packers avoid any kind of letdown (9:09), where the playoff picture stands (12:05) and the latest on Green Bay’s injuries (17:33).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss how the Packers took down the Vikings to win the NFC North, highlighting the play of LB Za’Darius Smith (5:55) and the way the Packers controlled the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball (9:14). They also recap where the NFC playoff picture stands (13:51) and look at the impact GM Brian Gutekunst had on the roster (14:37).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ keys to victory against the Vikings, which include stopping the run (:54), taking the crowd out (4:01) and winning the turnover battle (5:48). They also discuss the stakes involved (8:31) and the type of statement the Packers could make with a victory (12:41).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes review a handful of key matchups in the upcoming Packers-Vikings showdown, starting with Kenny Clark vs. Garrett Bradbury (:56), Stefon Diggs vs. the Packers CBs (2:13), Danielle Hunter and Everson Griffen vs. Bryan Bulaga and David Bakhtiari (5:23), Aaron Jones vs. Eric Kendricks (10:02), Davante Adams vs. the Vikings DBs (12:52), Aaron Rodgers vs. Mike Zimmer (15:20), and Tyler Ervin vs. the Vikings special teams (19:26).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes take a closer look at the Vikings, from the play of QB Kirk Cousins (3:54), to his offensive weapons (7:05), to pass-rushing standout Danielle Hunter (13:19). They also review the Pro Bowl announcements (17:47).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ goal of earning home games in the playoffs and how they can do so (1:18). They also discuss two role players in WR Jake Kumerow (6:33) and rookie LB Rashan Gary (10:19) who could become larger factors down the stretch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.