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Ben's Packers 2023 Offseason
July 11, 2023 12:08 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBI go on record a lot saying what I think the Packers should have done, this podcast sums up my thoughts on the 2023 offseason from Day 1 what the Packers should have done this year. Everything from coaching, trades, free agency, and the draft. This roster looks a lot different in a good way. The team I built would have a better coaching staff, a younger and more talented roster, honestly a team that would most likely win the NFC North in 2023. But it wouldn't just be 2023, this team would no...
Best Free Agent Pickups of the Offseason
July 05, 2023 21:09 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBWhile I don't believe the Packers should be spending tons of money on free agents anyways, Brian Gutekunst still did, as he spent over $20M on free agents this offseason. If the Packers are spending money on those guys, where should have the Packers spent that money. Let's break down the best value contracts over this free agency.
What kind of first round pick should we expect from the Jets in 2024? When should we expect the Packers to realistically be ready to compete for Super Bowls?
June 28, 2023 13:12 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBHow good will the Jets actually be this season, and what kind of first round pick should we expect back in return from the Aaron Rodgers trade? It's important to note, Rodgers has not played on a top 11 defense in the NFL more than once in his entire career, the only year he did, the Packers won the Super Bowl. Also, based on the Packers current roster in 2023 and salary cap situation in 2024, the Packers truly won't compete for a Super Bowl roster till 2025. If that's the case the Packers...
Could Jordan Love actually be good? Why didn't the Packers give Love the 5th year option?
June 26, 2023 09:54 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBIf you would have asked me last September if there was any chance Jordan Love would work out to be an actually good QB, I would have said there was no chance in the world. But after what has happened in the last 8 months, I believe there's a lot more evidence that says otherwise. And why did the Packers sign Jordan Love to this unique 1 year extension?
How Brian Gutekunst' has failed as a GM and what could have been a dynasty in Green Bay
June 21, 2023 13:19 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MBWhile many give Brian Gutekunst praise as a GM, I believe we need to evaluate his decisions over his first 5 years as a GM, and by taking a closer look we can see how mistake after mistake has led to this team not having the personnel it should have. While it's difficult to do, had Gutekunst made the right decisions, most of the players who I loved, we would be talking about a Super Bowl dynasty being built in Green Bay to finish out Aaron Rodgers career.
What the 2023 Schedule release means for the Packers? And why do we have to be careful about committing to Jordan Love long-term because of that?
June 12, 2023 20:02 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBThe official schedule was released. What kind of record should we expect from the Packers in 2023? We will consider three major factors such as rest for both the Packers and their opponents, do we face an elite QB, and how good is the opponents overall roster. With the Packers predicted overall record, what should that mean for Jordan Love moving forward? And how does this record work out for the Packers overall for future for better or for worse?
Redoing the 2023 NFL Draft; Why do the Packers miss out on so much talent again...
May 01, 2023 16:37 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBEvery year I personally feel like the Packers leave so much talent out on the board. In my redo of this years NFL Draft, I focus on grabbing players that are younger, better athletes, higher PFF Grades, and were ranked higher on the overall consensus board then the players the Packers selected. After going through this exercise as I was watching the NFL draft, I knew I would be disappointed but I never thought I would be this disappointed on the Packers missing out on dramatically changing t...
Full Recap of the 2023 Draft Class
April 30, 2023 15:24 - 23 minutes - 22 MBGet to know the new 2023 Draft class for the Packers, and hear if the Packers made the right choices this year
Another Average First Round for the Packers; Biggest Steals of the First Round; The Ideal Day 2 of the Draft
April 28, 2023 16:28 - 10 minutes - 9.41 MBAnother average first round for the Packers...what should have the Packers done, and what were the best moves of the first round? How can Packers fix this on Day 2?
Who is going to be the Pick for the Packers in Round 1 of the NFL Draft tonight?
April 27, 2023 13:11 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBTonight is the night, Round 1 of the NFL Draft? If I was the GM who would be my selection, and what is my flow chart or draft strategy depending on the guys available to the Packers at pick 13.
How does having Pick 13 change the NFL Draft for the Packers? What if we can't get JSN? Trade Back Mock Draft 4.0
April 26, 2023 16:34 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBNow that the Packers have the 13th overall pick what does this mean for our round 1 plans? If JSN is already drafted what should the Packers do? I believe trading back as many times as possible is always a good strategy and getting as many lottery tickets as you can to hit big in the draft. Brian Gutekunst should take a page out of his own playbook to try and get another 2024 first round pick from a bad team to ensure the Packers have enough draft capital to get Caleb Williams the consensus ...
ITS OFFICIAL-THE AARON RODGERS TRADE; Is this the start of a rebuild? Quick Rebuild Mock Draft
April 25, 2023 03:05 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBThe Packers and Jets have finally agreed on terms for an Aaron Rodgers trade, and the Packers got exactly what they wanted. With the trade of Aaron Rodgers the Packers have literally zero money to spend outside of their rookie draft class, does this kind of force the Packers to subtly be in a rebuild? What moves can the Packers make to accelerate this rebuild? And we finish up with a quick rebuild Mock Draft with our new draft picks.
Overall Consensus Board Part 2; Identifying Defensive Steals in the draft; If this truly is a rebuild the Packers don't need to reach to fill a need
April 24, 2023 01:31 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBAgain the overall consensus board is so important, remember GMS are almost 30% more successful when they get "steals" on the consensus board. How does each position group currently look for the Packers? What defensive players stand out as good value for the Packers at each position group? And if this truly is a rebuild the Packers don't need to REACH to fill a need through the draft.
Overall Consensus Board; Actual Aaron Rodgers trade compensation, why a trade hasn't happened yet; Identifying Offensive Steals in the draft; Hedging our bets for 2024 with or without Jordan Love
April 18, 2023 01:23 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this podcast we break down quite a few things. Why hasn't the Aaron Rodgers trade happened yet, and why it's important the Packers are holding their ground? What is the overall consensus draft board, and why is the research from 2019-2021 show why it's important to stick to that board to increase chances of having successful draft selections? Let's identify some potential steals in the draft on the offensive side of the football. Why having an incredible draft class on the offensive side ...
Jets get extra 2nd round pick; Why could GB's offense be better in 2023? Is Jaxon Smith Njigba worth trading up for? Why would the Packers consider trading back?; Success Rate of Drafted TEs; Mo
April 01, 2023 03:07 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBThe Jets received an extra 2nd round pick, could that be the extra pick the Packers need to get a deal done? This unique stat about changing over from Aaron Rodgers to Jordan Love could make the Packers offense better in 2023. JSN is my favorite WR in the draft, is he worth trading up for? If we can't get JSN should the Packers trade back? What's the success rate on drafting TEs, and where can you find the most value in the draft historically? Finally my mock draft 2.0 to help you learn some...
Aaron Rodgers Update! Compensatory picks could be big for Packers in 2024; Packers free agency moves; Best deals made in FA; Best moves left in FA
March 21, 2023 00:34 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBWe got to hear from Aaron Rodgers and his long interview on the Pat McAfee show listen in for the highlights. The Packers have lost 4 starters from last year which could be really beneficial for the Packers moving forward. What have the Packers done so far in free agency? What are the best deals throughout the NFL that teams have made in free agency? And finally, what are the best moves left to make for the Packers?
Best bargain free agents; Yosh Nijman for a 2nd round pick? Bakhtiari Restructure; Street Free Agents; Waiting on Aaron Rodgers to make a decision
March 12, 2023 00:24 - 45 minutes - 42 MBAfter some disagreement on a few things, the Packers and Jets seem to have a deal pretty close to done for the trade of Aaron Rodgers, they are just waiting to hear if Aaron Rodgers would rather retire. Bakhtiari won't be a part of that trade to the Jets though as his contract has been restructured to stay in Green Bay through the 2024 season. The Packers have opened up $24M in cap space because they believe they can make a Super Bowl push in a weak NFC, which players are the best bargains f...
Carr signs with Saints making Jets desperate, but Lamar gets non exclusive tag which puts a ceiling on Aaron Rodgers trade; Jets fly to CA to see AR
March 08, 2023 06:19 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBThis Aaron Rodgers trade is going down soon. The Packers just gained a lot of leverage in trade talks with the Jets as Derek Carr has officially signed with the Saints, hopefully helping the Packers get as much back in return in a trade. But Lamar Jackson also just got the non exclusive tag, which could lower the ultimate ceiling of draft picks we could receive back in a trade sadly. This trade is going down sooner rather than later as all of the Jets main decision makers flew out to CA to s...
Gutekunst Press Conference; He's quiet about Rodgers, how is that different then the past? Increased confidence in Jordan Love; Restructuring Preston Smith, Kenny Clark, Jaire Alexander, and Davi
March 02, 2023 00:21 - 43 minutes - 40.7 MBGutekunst has been very busy as of lately. At his press conference on Tuesday we heard from him and by saying not much at all he really said a lot about Aaron Rodgers future in GB, while also having a lot of faith in the future of Jordan Love. While the QB situation is not settled yet, the Packers are setting up for whoever at QB to have great players around them with plenty of salary cap space to make some moves to help make this team great in 2023. By restructuring four major contracts alr...
Big Packers roster moves before any news on Rodgers; What does this mean for Rodgers? Why getting 2024 Draft picks could be more valuable for the Packers
February 22, 2023 17:50 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MBThe Packers have begun to make some serious roster moves, but without any news on Aaron Rodgers. What does this mean for Aaron Rodgers? If the Packers trade Aaron Rodgers, why might it be best to acquire 2024 1st round picks rather then 2023 1st round picks.
How Tom Brady retiring positively affects the Rodgers trade options; Mock Draft 1.0
February 03, 2023 00:58 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBWith Tom Brady retiring, this might be perfect for the Packers as that leaves Aaron Rodgers as the only QB with the potential to lead a team to a Super Bowl in 2023. And let's jump into the scouting avenue with our first mock draft of the year.
What can we learn from these teams in the AFC and NFC Championship game, and how should that affect our roster building moving forward?
January 31, 2023 02:27 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBWhile we are past the AFC and NFC Championship teams, these 4 teams had a lot in common which are somewhat blueprints or lessons the Packers need to learn if they want to be competitive and put their best foot forward to winning a Super Bowl sooner rather than later.
P#219 After both Rodgers and Love both make it clear it’s him or me, a trade for Aaron Rodgers is more real then ever before; Possible Trade Scenarios for Colts and Jets
January 25, 2023 14:07 - 27 minutes - 25 MBJordan Love has made it clear it's him or Rodgers. While Rodgers has made it clear he doesn't want a rebuild, and he wants some major players back with him which the Packers truly can't afford. With all of the reports that have been released it feels like both the Packers and Aaron Rodgers want to move on, and the trade market already feels like it's heating up. Both the Jets and the Colts have already shown interest which could cause a bidding war that could help the Packers be just a QB aw...
Gutekunst deserves some praise, but how much?
January 20, 2023 00:24 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBThe Packers might have one of the highest year 1 impacts from their rookie class compared to most other teams in the NFL, and Gutekunst deserves a lot of praise for how he drafted and some of the bottom of the roster types of players he was was able to add to this team, but I still think with a few different moves this team could be the #1 seed in the NFC and I want to share what those moves were and what I would have done as GM this season.
Matt Lafleur believes in continuity, but why that can't be the case with this coaching staff; Potential Replacements
January 17, 2023 13:04 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBAs it looks, the Packers aren't going to be moving on with any of their coaching staff, even though the Packers were quite underwhelming on both sides of the football this year. But let's dig into the data and explain why changes must be made if this team is serious about competing for a Super Bowl in 2023, and there are plenty of quality options out there if the Packers are willing to be flexible.
The Packers lose in disappointing fashion which representing the failure this season truly was
January 11, 2023 01:55 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBThe Packers lost with everything on the line, and it was truly the Packers blame, and the blame needs to spread over the entire team coaches, offense, and the defense overall.
P#215 Sealing the deal; Lions Preview; Who could the Packers play in the playoffs?
January 06, 2023 12:45 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBThe Packers have the chance to seal the deal for their spot in the playoffs by beating the Detroit Lions this sunday. We break it down how and why the Packers can do that this Sunday? And while beggars can't be choosers, who we should be rooting for to set up an ideal playoff matchup.
Packers crush Vikings; Packers are in the driver's seat to get the #7 seed for the playoffs
January 02, 2023 22:55 - 25 minutes - 24 MBThe Packers absolutely crushed the Vikings on Sunday with a 41-17 win, how did that happen? With that win the Packers are in control of their own destiny to make it into the playoffs.
P#213 The Deceptive Vikings; Why the Packers should be able to beat the Vikings on Sunday
December 31, 2022 01:08 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBWhile the Vikings have the 2nd best record in the NFC, the metrics say they really aren't that good of a football team. The fact that the Vikings aren't as good as their record, this is a different football team than the Packers had all the way back in week 1, and we know a lot more about this Vikings offense, makes this a winnable game for the Packers.
Packers play Grinch on Christmas; Injuries are beginning to pile up; Playoff Chances; Big News in GB
December 28, 2022 18:31 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBPackers escape Christmas stealing a win from the Dolphins as they get very lucky in beating one of the scarier teams in the NFL in a very exciting win. Although they won, this team is facing many key injuries which could be detrimental to the Packers success moving forward. How are the Packers playoff chances affected and what do we need to happen to make it in? Why the NFC East title plays a huge role in our playoff chances? And other news: Packers sign Elgton Jenkins to huge contract, Pack...
Packers keep playoff hopes alive, but can they win this week against the most explosive offense in the NFL? Preview Dolphins
December 24, 2022 15:38 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MBPackers beat the Rams as they should have, and this Packers offense has the potential to a be top 5 offense in the NFL with Doubs and Watson on the field. Packers playoff chances are becoming very real as every team they are rooting for is the favorite in Week 16, except themselves.. It's going to be tough to keep up with this Miami Dolphins offense, but it's possible, and how do they stop the Dolphins speed, and is it even possible.
Preview Rams; Gute's mistakes in trying to fill holes on this roster last offseason
December 17, 2022 14:30 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBAfter the bye, the Packers might have the healthiest team in the NFL and that bodes well for the Packers to begin to make a run to make the playoffs, but if we don't it's really a question of how well Gutekunst truly built this roster. And we question Gutekunst for trying to fill holes on this defense with the two most important commodities our first round picks in the draft. The draft should never be a place you use to fill holes, but should be a place to get the top talent you can find. Ha...
Three Biggest Games that impact Packers playoff chances in Week 15; How lack of REST has killed the Packers this year
December 15, 2022 12:41 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBThe Packers playoff odds are still slim, but after a few more critical games in Week 14, the Packers still have a chance. There are three major games to watch this season, especially one Thursday night, that could significantly affect the Packers playoff chances moving forward, and are something to watch before the Packers play on MNF. New research was released this week on how rest impacts the outcomes of NFL games, and that rest is something the Packers have not had for a majority of the s...
Packers win, Giants & Commanders tie, how does this affect our playoff chances? What I wish would’ve happened; Injuries to QBs throughout the NFL show how risky it is to be playing Rodgers
December 06, 2022 01:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBPackers seem to almost have everything go their way for the playoff picture, but how much did it actually help? Almost not at all. What could have been if the Packers had lost? And a lot of scary injuries happening around the league to starting QBs, Packers really taking a chance on Rodgers continuing to be out there.
P#207 Packers are ignorant about the "percentages" putting Aaron Rodgers at risk and the future of our franchise; Preview Bears
December 03, 2022 13:06 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBPackers decide what's best for the team is to play Aaron Rodgers on Sunday, but are they being actually ignorant about the percentages of what's best for both the Packers and Aaron Rodgers? What should the Packers be doing and why?
P#206 Historically bad game defensively proves why Gutekunst and Joe Barry should be canned; Rodgers should sit the rest of 2022, but he won't and it will cost the Packers everything in 2023
November 30, 2022 12:15 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBWe had a historically bad game defensively against the Eagles, and it proves why Gutekunst and Joe Barry should be canned, thankfully there are more options than ever to hire a new GM and especially a new and better DC. Rodgers should sit the rest of 2022, the Packers have a 2% chance of making the playoffs. This would be so ideal for the future of this franchise, either resulting in guaranteeing the Packers get a top pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, or that Jordan Love looks awesome, both give t...
P#205 Rodgers thumb is BROKEN; Titans Toast Packers on TNF; Coaching Changes?; Playoffs Percentages; Preview Eagles
November 24, 2022 00:06 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBIt's been a long week, but big news was just released Rodgers thumb is officially broken, which I have to imagine explains a lot about how Rodgers has missed plays at times this season. The Titans get toasted by the Titans which really was a disappointing game to watch. What does that mean for our coaching staff, while I believe Matt Lafleur is safe, with so many quality coaches out there should we replace our OC and DC? What are the Packers chances of making the playoffs and if they do mana...
Can the Packers get hot on a cold Thursday night? Preview Titans
November 16, 2022 22:30 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBThe Packers have a 15% chance of making the playoffs, so if those odds are going to start to increase we have to get a win on a cold Thursday night as we face off against the Titans @ Home.
Packers keep playoff hopes alive amidst mistake ridden football, but how high are those hopes? Gutekunst deserves to be fired
November 15, 2022 00:53 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBPackers stun the Cowboys and win a huge game in OT 31-28, and they did it even though they had plenty of mistakes of their own that could have cost them this game. A lot of those mistakes though are really roster management mistakes, and Gutekunst has truly missed out on creating a team that could win us a Super Bowl and deserves to be fired for it. Even though the Packers playoff hopes are alive, they are slim, and it looks like the Packers truly have to run the table if they want to get on...
Preview Cowboys
November 11, 2022 22:51 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBCan the Packers find a way to beat the Mike McCarthy Cowboys at home? Probably not.
The season is over, 2023 starts now
November 10, 2022 20:26 - 32 minutes - 30 MBHow you lose to a team like the Lions is unfathomable. The probability we win 7 of the next 8 games with how our team is currently playing, health wise, and our schedule, is almost impossible. This season is over, and you should realistically already be thinking about 2023, and building a roster ready to contend. How do you do that? Well it starts by getting the best draft pick possible and by tanking the rest of this season. How we move forward with major players like Aaron Rodgers that's t...
Can the Packers start to save their season? If not, does Gute deserve to be fired? Preview Lions
November 04, 2022 22:55 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBThe Packers need to win this game or the season is basically over. If the Packers lose, with the lack of success the Packers had during Aaron Rodgers tenure, should Brian Gutekunst be fired for this teams lack of success?
An encouraging loss; Packers miss the trade deadline
November 01, 2022 23:17 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBWhile the Packers did lose again on Sunday, there was a lot to be encouraged about moving forward for this team. The Packers missed the trade deadline, while there were no major deals worth going after for the Packers sake this season, there's one the Packers missed out on for our future. And several teams the Packers play this season were affected by some major trades and how does that affect our chance our schedule moving forward knowing we need to win 7 of the last 9 games of the regular ...
Tough road to the playoffs, but the season isn't over
October 25, 2022 23:38 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBAfter the Packers lose their third straight game, things are looking very bleak. Can the Packers even make the playoffs? Aaron Rodgers believes so, and it is still possible. We break down what's wrong with this team, what must change, and if there are any moves that can be made to fix this team.
Execution is key to beating the Commanders; Rethinking 2019 Offseason; Trade Deadline Options; Preview Washington
October 21, 2022 22:04 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MBThe Packers have had a tough season so far, but if we simply execute better, this team has real potential. Looking at the Commanders and specifically Montez Sweat, a player I loved more than Rashan Gary in the 2019 NFL draft, made me rethink the 2019 offseason and where this team would be today. What receivers are getting considered before the trade deadline to try and add some more juice to our offense? And what to expect from the Commanders in this game.
Can the Packers realistically make the playoffs even? What has to be done?
October 18, 2022 21:51 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIt seems like a lost cause at this point, and the way the Packers are playing could they even make the playoffs? What has to change for the Packers to turn this all around before it's to late?
Can the Packers bounce back against the Jets?
October 14, 2022 22:23 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBTwo tough games in a row for the Packers, this is a big game on Sunday vs. the Jets. Defensively, Zach Wilson is playing incredible when kept clean, can our front four get pressure on Zach Wilson? If not, can Joe Barry be aggressive enough to send more guys in on the blitz? Offensively, we will be without Christian Watson, the Jets have been very good at stopping the run, and the Jets defensive line gets a lot of pressure. Can we keep the pressure off Rodgers? And if so, can Rodgers methodic...
What is wrong with the Packers?
October 12, 2022 02:20 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThe Packers just lost to the New York Giants 27-22 after almost losing to the Patriots last week in OT. This Packers team is just off, what is going on? Let's dive in deep to see how Aaron Rodgers, inconsistent adjusting by Matt Lafleur, and wrong personnel are plaguing this offense. While defensively we need to start creating a defense around our players instead of trying to insert players into a defense.
Does our defense adjust to stop the run? Are the Packers making a shift on the OL? Could this become the most explosive offense in the NFL? Preview Giants in London
October 07, 2022 01:41 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBWe know how the Giants are going to win this game, it's by running the ball with Saquon Barkley, but will the Packers defense adjust to make that hard for the Giants? The Packers for years have talked about getting their best 5 OL out on the field, does that mean Yosh Nijman could be moving to RT? The Packers are surprisingly 2nd in the NFL in explosive plays this season, and we've missed a lot of opportunities. Could this become the most explosive offense in the NFL? All these questions are...