Packers Unscripted
422 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 269 ratingsPackers.com writers Mike Spofford and Wes Hodkiewicz analyze all the latest news on the Green Bay Packers.
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#558 Packers Unscripted: The rematch awaits
October 29, 2020 17:11 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBMike 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.
#557 Packers Unscripted: Taking care of business
October 27, 2020 17:12 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBMike 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.
#556 Packers Unscripted: Back on their game
October 22, 2020 19:44 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBMike 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.
#555 Packers Unscripted: Rough day at the office
October 20, 2020 17:19 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBMike 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.
#554 Packers Unscripted: Final rundown
October 15, 2020 19:59 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBMike 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.
#553 Packers Unscripted: Back from the bye
October 13, 2020 17:38 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBMike 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.
#552 Packers Unscripted: Unsung heroes
October 08, 2020 13:59 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBMike 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.
#551 Packers Unscripted: 4-for-4
October 07, 2020 16:08 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBMike 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.
#550 Packers Unscripted: Frustrated Falcons
October 01, 2020 17:00 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBMike 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.
#549 Packers Unscripted: 3-for-3
September 29, 2020 19:40 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBMike 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.
#548 Packers Unscripted: What will it take?
September 24, 2020 21:27 - 20 minutes - 21.7 MB VideoMike and Wes discuss the keys to victory for the Packers against the Saints on both offense (3:02) and defense (8:49). They also look at other key games around the NFL in Week 3 (14:12).
#547 Packers Unscripted: 2-for-2
September 22, 2020 17:12 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBMike 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.
#546 Packers Unscripted: Strong start
September 15, 2020 19:13 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBMike 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.
#545 Packers Unscripted: Starting with a showdown
September 10, 2020 17:45 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBMike 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.
#544 Packers Unscripted: Week 1 has arrived
September 08, 2020 17:48 - 18 minutes - 17 MBMike 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.
#543 Packers Unscripted: In a good place
September 03, 2020 17:59 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBMike 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.
#542 Packers Unscripted: Promising progress
September 01, 2020 16:31 - 19 minutes - 18 MBMike 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.
#541 Packers Unscripted: Veterans in their element
August 25, 2020 19:42 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBMike 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.
#541 Packers Unscripted: Veterans in their element
August 25, 2020 19:42 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBMike 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).
#539 Packers Unscripted: Early observations
August 18, 2020 20:03 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBMike 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.
#538 Packers Unscripted: Let the battles begin
August 13, 2020 19:44 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBAs 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.
#537 Packers Unscripted: Projections to ponder
August 11, 2020 18:58 - 19 minutes - 18 MBMike 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.
#537 Packers Unscripted: Projections to ponder
August 11, 2020 18:34 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBMike 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).
#536 Packers Unscripted: Davante Adams' legacy
August 06, 2020 18:32 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBMike 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.
#535 Packers Unscripted: Packers getting started
August 05, 2020 18:57 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBMike 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.
#534 Packers Unscripted: Sideline views
May 28, 2020 14:25 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBMike 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.
#533 Packers Unscripted: Rodgers' reaction, more on rookies
May 21, 2020 14:55 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBMike 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.
#532 Packers Unscripted: Sharing stories
May 14, 2020 17:55 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBMike 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.
#531 Packers Unscripted: Sizing up the schedule
May 08, 2020 17:55 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBMike 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.
#530 Packers Unscripted: Looking ahead
May 06, 2020 19:10 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBMike 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.
#529 Packers Unscripted: Draft dive, Q&A style
May 04, 2020 18:55 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBMike 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.
#528 Packers Unscripted: More draft detail
May 01, 2020 18:20 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBMike 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.
#527 Packers Unscripted: Draft debrief, Part 2
April 29, 2020 18:55 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBMike 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.
#526 Packers Unscripted: Draft debrief, Part 1
April 27, 2020 18:25 - 19 minutes - 18 MBMike 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.
#525 Packers Unscripted: What will the Packers do?
April 22, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBIn 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.
#524 Packers Unscripted: Wrapping up the roster
April 20, 2020 20:20 - 21 minutes - 20 MBMike 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.
#523 Packers Unscripted: Talking trenches
April 17, 2020 18:40 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBMike 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.
Remembering Willie Davis
April 15, 2020 19:15 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MBMike and Wes share some brief thoughts on the passing of a Packers legend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#522 Packers Unscripted: Perimeter picture
April 15, 2020 16:20 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBMike 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.
#521 Packers Unscripted: They're back, to preview the draft
April 13, 2020 19:10 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBMike 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.
#520 Packers Unscripted: Burning questions at the combine
February 27, 2020 19:07 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBMike, 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.
#519 Packers Unscripted: Combine chatter
February 26, 2020 18:55 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBMike, 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.
#518 Packers Unscripted: Off to Indy
February 24, 2020 17:55 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBMike 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.
#517 Packers Unscripted: That's it, that's all (for now)
January 24, 2020 19:40 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBMike 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.
#516 Packers Unscripted: Super matchup
January 23, 2020 19:50 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBMike 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.
#515 Packers Unscripted: Wrap-up remarks
January 22, 2020 19:20 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBMike 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.
#514 Packers Unscripted: Deserved honors
January 21, 2020 19:25 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBMike 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.
#513 Packers Unscripted: Abrupt ending
January 20, 2020 21:25 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBMike 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.
#512 Packers Unscripted: There for the taking
January 17, 2020 19:25 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBMike 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.
#511 Packers Unscripted: Pieces to the puzzle
January 16, 2020 19:35 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBMike 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.