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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#510 Packers Unscripted: Down the stretch
January 15, 2020 17:45 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBMike 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.
#509 Packers Unscripted: Handling the past
January 14, 2020 20:05 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBMike 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.
#508 Packers Unscripted: Surviving Seattle
January 13, 2020 19:25 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBMike 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.
#507 Packers Unscripted: Special opportunity
January 10, 2020 18:45 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBMike 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.
#506 Packers Unscripted: Young and hungry
January 09, 2020 18:55 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBMike 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.
#505 Packers Unscripted: Sizing up Seattle
January 08, 2020 17:45 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBMike 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.
#504 Packers Unscripted: Matchup musings
January 07, 2020 17:55 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBMike 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.
#503 Packers Unscripted: Wild weekend
January 06, 2020 17:35 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBMike 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.
#502 Packers Unscripted: Due recognition
January 03, 2020 19:40 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBMike 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.
#501 Packers Unscripted: Peak performers
January 02, 2020 18:30 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBMike 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.
#500 Packers Unscripted: Special show
December 31, 2019 19:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBOn 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.
#499 Packers Unscripted: Finding another way
December 30, 2019 19:15 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBMike 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.
#498 Packers Unscripted: Wrap it up
December 27, 2019 18:20 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBMike 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.
#497 Packers Unscripted: Difficulties in Detroit
December 26, 2019 17:35 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBMike 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.
#496 Packers Unscripted: Statement game
December 24, 2019 20:15 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBMike 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.
#495 Packers Unscripted: Stakes and statements
December 20, 2019 19:25 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBMike 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.
#494 Packers Unscripted: Matchup mania
December 19, 2019 17:15 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBMike 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.
#493 Packers Unscripted: Formidable foe
December 18, 2019 18:20 - 24 minutes - 22 MBMike 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.
#492 Packers Unscripted: Possible prominence
December 17, 2019 17:55 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBMike 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.
#491 Packers Unscripted: Playoff bound
December 16, 2019 18:05 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBMike and Wes discuss the Packers clinching a postseason berth and where they stand (3:20), how the team has gotten to 11-3 (8:07), the key stat of the season (13:52), and the stars of the victory over the Bears, including RB Aaron Jones and WR Davante Adams on offense (16:13) and DL Kenny Clark and Dean Lowry on defense (19:29). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#490 Packers Unscripted: Difference-makers
December 13, 2019 18:50 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBMike and Wes discuss how the Packers need to handle Bears QB Mitch Trubisky (6:03) and RB David Montgomery (7:25). They also make their picks for complementary Green Bay players to emerge (12:13), and look at the other key action in Week 15 (17:17). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#489 Packers Unscripted: Ultimate rivalry, ultimate opportunity
December 12, 2019 18:20 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBMike and Wes discuss the consistency factor with this Packers team (1:00), what lies ahead with three straight division games (10:15), the play of the safety duo of Adrian Amos and Darnell Savage (10:15), and some of their personal memories of the Packers-Bears rivalry (19:46). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#488 Packers Unscripted: Familiar foe
December 11, 2019 17:40 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBMike and Wes discuss the Bears’ offense (2:01) and defense (11:33) heading into Sunday’s matchup, and they discuss what’s different about both teams since the Week 1 meeting (16:28). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#487 Packers Unscripted: Finding focus
December 10, 2019 19:25 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBMike and Wes discuss the Packers’ playoff picture as it stands (3:00), the close calls on offense vs. Washington (6:04), the state of the Bears’ season (11:30) and other key results in the NFC from Week 14 (15:35). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#486 Packers Unscripted: Win No. 10
December 09, 2019 19:10 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBMike and Wes recap the Packers’ win over the Redskins by examining the up-and-down performance of the offense (2:28), the work of RB Aaron Jones (8:05), the effort by the defense (10:19), and the debut of return man Tyler Ervin (14:13). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#485 Packers Unscripted: Wrapping up the week
December 06, 2019 18:50 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBMike and Wes discuss the Packers’ keys to victory against the Redskins, beginning with stopping the run (:44), running the ball themselves (8:27), and improving on third down (11:44). They also recap Thursday night’s Cowboys-Bears result (14:33), look at other key NFC games in Week 14 (17:27), and discuss LeRoy Butler’s Hall of Fame candidacy (21:52). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#484 Packers Unscripted: Culture and chemistry
December 05, 2019 18:50 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBMike and Wes discuss what has formed the Packers’ identity in 2019 (1:06), the culture created by the team’s leadership (5:42), and how Head Coach Matt LaFleur’s personal accountability has set an example for the entire locker room (12:35). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#483 Packers Unscripted: Challenge ahead
December 04, 2019 18:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBMike and Wes take a closer look at Washington, including the RB tandem of Derrius Guice and Adrian Peterson (1:45) and a defense that has fueled a two-game winning streak (6:30). They also discuss the opportunity in front of the Packers with two straight December home games (11:24) and what new return man Tyler Ervin could bring to special teams (14:41). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#482 Packers Unscripted: Wider focus
December 03, 2019 17:55 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBMike and Wes follow up further on K Mason Crosby’s emotional and memorable game (:44) and discuss Monday night’s Minnesota-Seattle result and its impact on the NFC playoff picture (12:35). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#481 Packers Unscripted: Snowy success
December 02, 2019 19:50 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBMike and Wes review the bad-weather victory over the Giants, including the clutch plays by QB Aaron Rodgers (2:08), the defense’s three INTs (6:02), the performances of WR Allen Lazard (10:07) and TE Marcedes Lewis (14:11), and the difficult story surrounding K Mason Crosby (17:42). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#480 Packers Unscripted: Getting back on track
November 27, 2019 18:25 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBMike and Wes discuss the Packers’ keys to victory against the Giants (:57), the importance of a fast start (4:44), the offense finding a groove with WR Davante Adams (7:59), and the games around the league on Thanksgiving (15:35). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#479 Packers Unscripted: On to the next
November 26, 2019 17:05 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBMike and Wes discuss the mindset of the Packers coming off the loss in San Francisco (2:46), preview the Giants on both offense (6:53) and defense (10:44), and look at the playoff picture in the NFC (13:00). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#478 Packers Unscripted: Forgettable fizzle
November 25, 2019 19:05 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBMike and Wes take a look at the dismal loss to the 49ers, discussing how they need to respond (4:00) and straighten out their road woes (12:39). They also look at the big picture in the NFC and the other happenings in Week 12 (17:16). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#477 Packers Unscripted: Needs vs. Niners
November 22, 2019 18:05 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBMike and Wes discuss the keys to victory against San Francisco on both defense (:55) and offense (6:50), look at some intriguing individual matchups (9:48) and discuss the other key games around the NFL in Week 12 (13:00). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#476 Packers Unscripted: Coaching connection
November 21, 2019 19:20 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBMike and Wes discuss the longtime relationship between Matt LaFleur and Kyle Shanahan (1:01) as well as the other coaching connections between the Packers’ and 49ers’ staffs (4:01). They also examine the Packers’ offense and the question of who might emerge in this matchup (9:55). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#475 Packers Unscripted: Formidable 49ers
November 20, 2019 17:35 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBMike and Wes break down San Francisco on offense (1:00), including the ground game (3:10) and TE George Kittle (6:12), and also on defense (10:16) and the kicking game (18:30). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#474 Packers Unscripted: Bye-week boost
November 19, 2019 19:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBMike and Wes discuss the Packers’ areas of improvement coming out of the bye, specifically limiting penalties on offense (3:09) and big plays on defense (8:28). They also take a closer look at the play of DT Kenny Clark (15:07) and the team’s 2019 sportsmanship award nominee, CB Tramon Williams (20:25). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#473 Packers Unscripted: Back from the bye
November 18, 2019 17:05 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBMike and Wes return from the weekend off to discuss the other happenings around the NFC, including the comeback victories by the 49ers (1:13) and Vikings (6:15). They also share thoughts on the Thursday night Browns-Steelers incident (14:34) and review the “Salute to Service” story on former Packers G Daryn Colledge (19:42). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#472 Packers Unscripted: Tight at the top
November 12, 2019 17:55 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBIn their last show before taking a bye-week break, Mike and Wes discuss the Packers coaching staff’s task during the week off (1:20), the tight bunch of teams atop the NFC following the Monday night result (5:42), and their biggest surprise for Green Bay so far through 10 games (15:48). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#471 Packers Unscripted: Game of inches
November 11, 2019 20:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBMike and Wes discuss the Packers’ down-to-the-wire victory over the Panthers, reviewing the final drive (:47), the overall defense on RB Christian McCaffrey (5:10), Green Bay’s ground game behind RBs Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams (11:33), and the performance of WR Davante Adams (16:00). They also take a look at other key action in the NFL from Week 10 (20:21). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#470 Packers Unscripted: Areas of emphasis
November 08, 2019 18:35 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBMike and Wes discuss the keys to Packers vs. Panthers, beginning with the running back matchup (2:57), the pass protection for both teams (6:45), and the factor the weather could play (10:00). They also take a look at other games around the NFL in Week 10 (16:43). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#469 Packers Unscripted: Moving forward
November 07, 2019 19:15 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBMike and Wes discuss the Packers’ offense getting the running backs more involved again (1:06), the defense getting S Ibraheim Campbell back in the mix (13:12), and this year’s team nominee in the Salute to Service initiative, FB Danny Vitale (19:33). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#468 Packers Unscripted: Carolina coming to town
November 06, 2019 18:40 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBMike and Wes break down the Panthers on both sides of the ball, focusing specifically on RB Christian McCaffrey (2:02), QB Kyle Allen (6:14), and LB Luke Kuechly (13:16). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#467 Packers Unscripted: Recap, regroup, rebound
November 05, 2019 19:25 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBMike and Wes review the loss to the Chargers (1:08) and discuss it in the context of a big NFC showdown with Carolina this week (8:28). They also take a look at the rest of Week 9’s results and where the Packers stand (14:30). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#466 Packers Unscripted: One-of-a-kind contest
November 01, 2019 17:05 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBMike and Wes discuss the Packers’ keys to victory against the Chargers (:49), the anticipation of a unique venue and environment for Sunday’s game (8:12), and other action around the league in Week 9 (12:17). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#465 Packers Unscripted: A return and remembrance
October 31, 2019 17:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBMike and Wes discuss seeing WR Davante Adams back on the practice field (:54) and how his return could impact the Packers’ other receivers (2:25) and opposing defenses (5:01). They also discuss Wes’s profile piece on DL Tyler Lancaster (8:42). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#464 Packers Unscripted: Heading west
October 30, 2019 16:55 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBMike and Wes break down the Chargers’ season thus far (3:35) and take a look at their offense (7:20) and defense (11:52). They also update some changes on special teams for the Packers (16:58). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#463 Packers Unscripted: Meaningful mentality
October 29, 2019 18:40 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBMike and Wes discuss Matt LaFleur’s weekly 1-0 approach, how it fits the Packers (1:21) and the role the veterans play in backing up the message (5:21). They also review some results from Week 8, including the game involving the NFC North rival Bears and this week’s opponent, the Chargers (14:12). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#462 Packers Unscripted: Win No. 7
October 28, 2019 21:11 - 26 minutes - 24 MBMike and Wes discuss several key components of the Packers’ victory in Kansas City, including the performances of RB Aaron Jones (1:00) and QB Aaron Rodgers (6:22), the handling of momentum shifts (10:26), key defensive plays by DT Tyler Lancaster and CB Chandon Sullivan (15:28), and the offense’s final drive to kill the clock (18:37). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#461 Packers Unscripted: Off to Arrowhead
October 25, 2019 17:15 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBMike and Wes discuss the keys to victory for the Packers in Kansas City on both the defensive (:51) and offensive (6:12) sides of the ball. They also look at some of Green Bay’s history at Arrowhead Stadium (10:59) and review where things stand in the NFC North in Week 8 (14:25). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.