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Packers Unscripted

422 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 269 ratings

Packers.com writers Mike Spofford and Wes Hodkiewicz analyze all the latest news on the Green Bay Packers.

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Episodes

#460 Packers Unscripted: On the mend

October 24, 2019 17:55 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the injury situations with Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (1:03) and Packers WR Davante Adams (4:07) and S Darnell Savage (6:07). They also take a closer look at Green Bay’s tight ends, including Robert Tonyan (8:24) and Jimmy Graham (11:45), and how the Packers have stayed strong in the fourth quarter much of the season so far (15:16). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#459 Packers Unscripted: KC close-up

October 23, 2019 16:50 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

Mike and Wes take a look at the Chiefs, including backup QB Matt Moore (2:15), star TE Travis Kelce (5:41), speedy playmaker Tyreek Hill (7:34), and Kansas City’s defense (10:41). They also discuss the kind of atmosphere to expect in prime time at Arrowhead Stadium (13:48). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#458 Packers Unscripted: The bigger picture

October 22, 2019 16:50 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Mike and Wes discuss what the last three weeks might do for the Packers’ WR corps in the long run (3:47) and review some of the other happenings around the NFL in Week 7, including the Vikings-Lions result (8:18), the Bears’ loss (12:28) and some perspective on the Monday night blowout (16:10). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#457 Packers Unscripted: As good as it gets

October 21, 2019 19:05 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Mike and Wes review several aspects of the Packers’ victory over the Raiders, including QB Aaron Rodgers’ perfect passer rating (1:01), Oakland QB Derek Carr’s game-changing turnover (5:25), other key stops by the Green Bay defense (9:13), and the work of the Packers’ offensive line (16:47). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#456 Packers Unscripted: Top priorities

October 18, 2019 16:20 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers' keys to victory against the Raiders on offense (:52), including the work of RBs Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams (4:37), and on defense (8:17). They also examine other key games around the NFL in Week 7 (14:18). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#455 Packers Unscripted: Raider rundown

October 17, 2019 16:45 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

Mike and Wes examine Oakland on offense (3:16), including Green Bay native and fullback Alec Ingold (7:29), as well as on defense (10:50). They also look at the Packers' new addition in WR Ryan Grant (13:02) and discuss QB Aaron Rodgers' recent performances with injuries to his perimeter players (16:44). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#454 Packers Unscripted: The forgotten and the controversial

October 16, 2019 17:55 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

Mike and Wes discuss some of the lesser-known moments from Monday night's victory turned in by players like CB Jaire Alexander (3:04), G Elgton Jenkins (4:08) and DL Dean Lowry (6:55). They also share their thoughts on the officiating controversies (10:47). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#453 Packers Unscripted: Walk-off win

October 15, 2019 17:55 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the performances of WR Allen Lazard (2:22), RB Jamaal Williams (11:39), and the Packers' defense (16:34) in the last-second won over the Lions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#452 Packers Unscripted: Ways to win

October 11, 2019 18:11 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Mike and Wes take a look at the Packers' injury report (:50) and then examine the keys to victory over the Lions on offense (4:33) and defense (11:32). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#451 Packers Unscripted: The lowdown on Motown

October 10, 2019 18:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MB

Mike and Wes dive into the Detroit Lions, looking at how they got to 2-1-1 (1:01), the play of QB Matthew Stafford (4:27), the look of their defense (12:27) and some key matchups for Monday night (14:45). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#450 Packers Unscripted: Digging deep

October 09, 2019 16:55 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Mike and Wes discuss two players down the depth chart who had a big impact in the Packers' victory over the Cowboys - cornerback Chandon Sullivan (1:47) and offensive lineman Lucas Patrick (8:25). They also review some key happenings around the league from Week 5 (19:12). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#449 Packers Unscripted: Big win in Big D

October 08, 2019 17:55 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

Mike and Wes recap the Packers' road victory over the Cowboys, focusing on RB Aaron Jones' superb performance, the defense's ups and downs (10:19) and the play of CB Kevin King (12:25). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#448 Packers Unscripted: Duties in Dallas

October 04, 2019 16:22 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers' keys to victory against the Cowboys, first on defense (:51) with containing RB Ezekiel Elliott, then on offense (7:09) with RB Aaron Jones and QB Aaron Rodgers. They also take a look at Week 5 around the NFL, beginning with Thursday night's NFC West result (15:35) and other notable games on Sunday (18:59). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#447 Packers Unscripted: Answering the call

October 03, 2019 17:27 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the injury status of RT Bryan Bulaga (1:32) and WR Davante Adams (4:42) and the potential for RB Dexter Williams (6:46) and WR Darrius Shepherd (13:09) to play a role in Dallas. They also look at the Packers' current run of success at AT&T Stadium (15:46). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#446 Packers Unscripted: Dive into Dallas

October 02, 2019 17:54 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Mike and Wes examine the 2019 Dallas Cowboys, beginning with RB Ezekiel Elliott (1:03), weapons in the passing game including former Packers WR Randall Cobb (7:35), their revamped defense led by LBs Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch (11:09) and how their season has gone thus far (16:37). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#445 Packers Unscripted: Second quarter

October 01, 2019 17:19 - 19 minutes - 18 MB

As the Packers prepare for a Week 5 trip to Dallas, Mike and Wes discuss the team's focus on running the ball and stopping the run (:57), the injury update heading into this game (5:33), and the Packers vs. Cancer initiative that K Mason Crosby is helping to lead (12:30). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#444 Packers Unscripted: Constant challenge

September 30, 2019 16:55 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Mike and Wes discuss how Week 4 in the NFL proved how difficult it is to get to 4-0 (3:14), and they review Sunday's games involving the Lions (4:24), the Bears and Vikings (8:23), and the upcoming opponent, the Cowboys (14:38). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#443 Packers Unscripted: Down to the wire

September 27, 2019 19:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

Mike and Wes review the Packers' missed opportunities in the tough loss to the Eagles (:56), the play of QB Aaron Rodgers (5:38) and WR Davante Adams (7:10), and the struggles on defense (9:38). They also discuss where things stand with replay review on pass interference (14:40) and other NFL games to watch in Week 4 (22:43). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#442 Packers Unscripted: Difference-makers

September 25, 2019 18:05 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers' keys to victory against the Eagles on offense (:59) and defense (8:00), and they mention some under-the-radar players to watch (16:35). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#441 Packers Unscripted: Moving quickly

September 24, 2019 18:02 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the Eagles' offense (5:31), defense (8:14) and special teams (10:35) while also taking a look at the state of the NFC North (17:18). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#440 Packers Unscripted: Three straight

September 23, 2019 20:03 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Mike and Wes break down the Packers' third consecutive victory to begin 2019, covering the timely plays on defense (2:02), the work of LB Preston Smith (7:06) and CB Jaire Alexander (10:35), and how the game unfolded on offense (12:17), including the performances of RB Jamaal Williams (14:10) and the offensive line (15:33). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#439 Packers Unscripted: Double duty

September 19, 2019 18:32 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Mike and Wes combine their last two shows of the week into one. They discuss the strong start to the season by Packers RT Bryan Bulaga (1:16), the adjustment to the practice schedule this week (10:30), the keys to victory vs. the Broncos (13:30), and other intriguing Week 3 matchups in the NFL (21:11). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#438 Packers Unscripted: Diving into Denver

September 18, 2019 15:55 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Mike and Wes examine the Broncos' defense (1:36) and offense (6:27) and take a closer look at what the Packers CB tandem of Jaire Alexander and Kevin King has accomplished in the season's early stages (12:47). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#437 Packers Unscripted: After further review

September 17, 2019 17:14 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the game-clinching first down vs. the Vikings (1:01), Matt LaFleur's decision to enforce a Vikings penalty on a PAT (5:21), and several controversial plays, including Minnesota's overturned TD (8:23), Adam Thielen's catch and Kevin King's INT (13:55), and the end of the Bears-Broncos game (19:15). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#436 Packers Unscripted: Victory No. 2

September 16, 2019 18:42 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

Mike and Wes review the Packers' win over the Vikings, including the fast start (2:28), missed opportunities on offense (4:53), close-out performance by the defense (11:38) and CB Kevin King's big interception (14:48). They also take a look at the track record of rookie head coaches thus far in 2019 (17:41). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#435 Packers Unscripted: What'll it take?

September 13, 2019 17:28 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the keys to victory on defense (:56) and offense (7:57) against the Vikings and take a quick glance at other key Week 2 games in the NFC North (14:59) and elsewhere in the NFC (17:13). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#434 Packers Unscripted: Situations and personnel

September 12, 2019 18:24 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the offensive struggles on third down (1:02), the approach of WR Davante Adams (8:14), and the deployment of the Packers' defensive backs (12:58), including CB Kevin King (16:47). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#433 Packers Unscripted: View of the Vikings

September 11, 2019 17:35 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Mike and Wes examine Minnesota in all three phases, starting with RB Dalvin Cook on offense (1:24), plus QB Kirk Cousins and WRs Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs (4:26). Also included are looks at the Vikings' defensive secondary (10:15), front seven (12:53) and special teams (16:14). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#432 Packers Unscripted: Diving into details

September 10, 2019 16:33 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Mike and Wes review how the Packers' defense kept changing up its looks on third down in Chicago (1:13), the role of LB Blake Martinez (7:30), and the great night by P JK Scott (9:42). They also share their thoughts on Week 1's Monday Night Football results (14:44). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#431 Packers Unscripted: Week 1 in the books

September 09, 2019 17:47 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

Mike and Wes review the involvement of the Packers’ tight ends in the win over the Bears (1:08) and how offensive tackles Bryan Bulaga and David Bakhtiari fared against Chicago’s Khalil Mack (5:31). They also give their impressions on several games from around the league in Week 1, including Green Bay’s Week 2 opponent Minnesota against Atlanta (12:00) and NFC North rival Detroit at Arizona (14:34). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#430 Packers Unscripted: Getting defensive

September 06, 2019 19:20 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Mike and Wes recap the Packers' Week 1 victory over the Bears, highlighting the impact the free-agent signings had on defense (3:17) and the unit's intensity throughout a strong performance (9:59). They also review the offensive struggles (5:17), some close-shave moments that altered the game (14:31), and the performance on special teams (19:24). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#429 Packers Unscripted: Keys to victory

September 04, 2019 17:10 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Mike and Wes preview the Packers' Week 1 game against the Bears, discussing keys to victory on offense (:58) and defense (6:53) and head-to-head matchups to look forward to (11:06). They also take a look at lesser-talked-about players that could have a big impact on the game (16:32). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#428 Packers Unscripted: The other side

September 03, 2019 18:41 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Mike and Wes break down the Packers’ revamped defense from the outside LB and safety positions (3:43) to the depth at cornerback (8:35). They also provide an overview of special teams (15:42) heading into Week 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#427 Packers Unscripted: Week 1 is here

September 02, 2019 19:08 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Mike and Wes, along with a surprise guest, review some of the final decisions on the Packers’ 53-man roster, including QB Tim Boyle (1:34), WR Darrius Sheperd (4:54) and FB Danny Vitale (8:50). They also look ahead to Matt LaFleur’s first game as head coach (10:20), the challenge of the Bears’ defense (13:13), and how the Packers’ running game will stack up (16:48). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#426 Packers Unscripted: Final audition

August 28, 2019 16:21 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

Mike and Wes preview the Packers’ preseason finale by discussing the competitions at wide receiver (2:18), backup quarterback (3:02), inside linebacker (8:33) and running back (11:01). They also give an overview of the cut-down deadlines and decision-making process that will take place over the weekend (14:03). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#425 Packers Unscripted: Winnipeg review

August 26, 2019 17:14 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the standouts from the Packers’ third preseason game, including WR Trevor Davis (2:34), CB Josh Jackson (4:53) and QB Tim Boyle (6:58). They also review some key injuries from the game (11:49) and the outlook for S Raven Greene (16:20). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#424 Packers Unscripted: Off to Canada

August 21, 2019 18:25 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

Mike and Wes discuss players to watch for Thursday's preseason game against the Raiders, including Aaron Jones (2:15), Josh Jackson (3:43) and Trevor Davis (8:05). They also talk about competitions at left guard (14:48) and backup quarterback (17:29), and conclude with defensive coordinator Mike Pettine's move from the booth to the sideline (19:28). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#423 Packers Unscripted: Camp rolls on

August 19, 2019 17:14 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the status of QB Aaron Rodgers (:54) and the return of RB Jamaal Williams (3:00), along with a review of the preseason game in Baltimore, including the tackling issues (7:39) and the play of LB Curtis Bolton (10:19) and WRs Darrius Shepherd and Allen Lazard (13:08). They conclude with their thoughts on the late Cedric Benson (18:35). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#422 Packers Unscripted: Next game up

August 14, 2019 17:05 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

Mike and Wes preview the second preseason game in Baltimore, discussing the premier of the No. 1 units on both sides of the ball (1:12), the addition of FB Tommy Bohanon (4:27), the update at inside LB and Oren Burks’ injury (12:16), and other players to watch on Thursday night (16:04). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#421 Packers Unscripted: Plusses and minuses

August 12, 2019 17:35 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

Mike and Wes review the good and bad from the Packers’ preseason opener vs. Houston, including turnovers and special-teams impact (1:16) as well as penalties and missed tackles (4:37). They also discuss the state of the inside linebacker position in the wake of Oren Burks’ injury (9:11) and the latest on the wide receiver competition (16:27). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#420 Packers Unscripted: Memories and moving forward

August 07, 2019 21:02 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Mike and Wes discuss their recollections of Jordy Nelson's career and preview the Packers' preseason opener, naming the players they'll be watching closely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#419 Packers Unscripted: Another perspective

August 05, 2019 21:54 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Mike and special guest Aaron Nagler review Family Night and other early impressions from camp, discussing RB Dexter Williams (1:20), FB Danny Vitale (5:18), and various defensive standouts including Rashan Gary (8:10) and Za’Darius Smith (18:55). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#418 Packers Unscripted: Player progress

August 01, 2019 17:54 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Mike and Wes discuss what they’ve seen from young up-and-coming players such as Marquez Valdes-Scantling (1:38) and Montravius Adams (6:14). They also pick their top plays of camp thus far (11:14) and mention what they’ll be looking for on Family Night (16:48). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#417 Packers Unscripted: Early impressions

July 29, 2019 16:27 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the first four training camp practices and how players such as Jake Kumerow (5:49), Trevor Davis (8:07), Rashan Gary (12:43) and Kevin King (14:40) have stood out in the earlygoing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#416 Packers Unscripted: Back from the break

July 24, 2019 13:15 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Mike and Wes preview training camp with the receiver competition (2:32) and briefly discuss Jace Sternberger and the TE position (5:30), with a look at additions to the defense (12:49) and the health of King and Alexander (14:44). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#415 Packers Unscripted: Wrapping up

June 13, 2019 17:41 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Mike and Wes talk about the conclusion of the Packers' offseason program (1:16) and look ahead briefly to training camp (3:58), with a brief discussion of the WR position (7:45) and the defense's two first-round draft picks (17:15). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#414 Packers Unscripted: Pause and reflect

June 11, 2019 13:15 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MB

After a brief introduction to minicamp week (:44), Mike discusses at length with Wes how the project on the late Mitchell Henry came together (3:45). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#413 Packers Unscripted: More from OTAs Week 3

June 06, 2019 18:34 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers' upcoming preseason trip to Canada (:45), the outlook for TE Jimmy Graham in his second year in Green Bay (5:13), and the emergence of LB James Crawford (12:42). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#412 Packers Unscripted: OTAs — Week 3

June 04, 2019 14:16 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Mike and Wes discuss Head Coach Matt LaFleur's unexpected injury (:56), the revamped outside LB corps (3:38), and second-year CB Jaire Alexander's lofty goals (12:20). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#411 Packers Unscripted: More from OTAs

May 30, 2019 17:42 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

Mike and Wes discuss the remade body of RB Aaron Jones (:48), the leadership of WR Davante Adams (8:54), and the motivations for veteran CB Tramon Williams (15:15). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.