Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

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A Packers podcast committed helping you become a smarter fan. Former WTMJ newscaster Jon Meerdink goes beyond the headlines in Blue 58, bringing you a unique, upbeat perspective on everything Green Bay Packers.

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512 - What Do the Packers Do at Quarterback?

Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

02/11/22 • 33 min

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The Packers’ quarterbacks played a big role in the team’s success in 2021, but so did everybody else’s. The unique part of the Packers’ quarterback situation is what happens with them this offseason.

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315 - Could the Packers Trade for Jamal Adams?

Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

06/26/20 • 25 min

Jamal Adams wants a trade and the Packers can always use more help on defense. Should Brian Gutekunst make a call? Well, probably not, it would be insanely hard to trade for Jamal Adams. But here’s why it’s at least worth thinking about.

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Remembering Jan Stenerud’s career (1:37)

A reader gives us a chance to look back on Jan Stenerud’s Packers career. What a story he’s got!

Further reading: Hall of Fame kicker Jan Stenerud was reliable and productive in Green Bay

The power sweep went left! (3:19)

Eminent Packers historian Cliff Christl talks about Lombardi’s most famous play, but makes a small mistake worth talking about.

Further reading: Who are the Packers' greatest offensive players since 1950?

Vince Lombardi’s 1966 Packers Playbook

How do Aaron Jones and A.J. Dillon coexist? (7:34)

A listener wants to know how the Packers two headliner backs work together. I don’t think the two have to take away from each other.

Should the Packers trade for Jamal Adams? (11:09)

Adams wants out in New York. Should Brian Gutekunst make a call?

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 14 (16:44)

Pat Kirwan is talking draft and he brings up a couple of points Packers fans will want to know about.

310 - Uncommon Opponents, the 49ers, and Pass Rushers

Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

06/05/20 • 22 min

Our tour through the Packers’ 2020 opponents continues with a team they don’t see very often, a team they saw way too much of last year, and also the Jacksonville Jaguars, who are...a team.

Three more 2020 Packers opponents

The Packers face the Houston Texans, San Francisco 49ers, and Jacksonville Jaguars in Weeks 7, 9, and 10. Which one concerns you the most?

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 9

Pass rushers and those that stop them make the NFL world go ‘round. How does their high-speed chess match work?

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313 - Race, the Packers, and the NFL

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06/17/20 • 24 min

We have a unique opportunity to talk about something important in our culture and in the NFL. Let's not waste it.

Racism in the NFL (00:10)

Racism exists in the NFL. Talking about it, recognizing it, and calling it out are the only ways we'll ever make any progress against it.

Further reading: Resources on Race and the NFL

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 12 (15:45)

Intelligence is hugely important in football. Everyone recognizes that. So how do we measure it? Nobody knows.

Further reading: Wonderlic Score Database

Try the Wonderlic test

Mike Holmgren's 1997 Packers Playbook

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312 - Could Any Remaining Free Agents Help the Packers?

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06/12/20 • 19 min

The Packers, presumably, are done picking up noteworthy players. But should they be? Maybe not. Let’s take a look at some free agents who might be able to help. Or maybe we’ll just steal some from another team!

Could any remaining free agents help the Packers? (00:34)

The Packers are probably done making moves, but what if they aren’t? Here are three free agents that could help.

Who would you steal from other NFC North teams? (8:56)

If we could just straight up steal a player from another NFC North team, who would you take?

Further reading: Stealing one player from every NFC North foe

Take Your Eye off the Ball - Chapter 11 (11:58)

The Packers haven't been all that special on special teams lately. Here are some interesting nuggets anyway.

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311 - Offseason Decision-Making Shapes 2020 Packers Opponents

Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

06/10/20 • 21 min

The Packers face a few teams in 2020 that are really hard to pin down. How do you figure out what to make of them now? Take a look at their offseason decision making.

Previewing the Colts, Eagles, Panthers, and Titans (0:45)

The Colts, Eagles, Panthers, and Titans all feel like they could be pushovers in 2020. Or they could completely wreck the Packers. It depends on the week.

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 10 (16:53)

Pat Kirwan talks defensive backs, how they work, and what you should look for in a safety. How does that apply to the Packers?

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314 - Is A.J. Dillon the New Eddie Lacy?

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06/24/20 • 23 min

The Packers added a big-bodied running back to their stable of ballcarriers. Is A.J. Dillon the second coming of Eddie Lacy? Let’s talk about it.

ESPN’s QB rankings article is bad (00:26)

ESPN ranked the overall quarterback play of every team in the Super Bowl era. The list is bad.

Further reading: ESPN’s Super Bowl-era quarterback ranking is bad and they should feel bad

Is A.J. Dillon the new Eddie Lacy? (4:55)

A listener asks if A.J. Dillon is the new Eddie Lacy. He might actually be even better (and Lacy was pretty darn good!)

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 13 (13:36)

How is your front office structured? That's Pat Kirwan's question as he examines a few teams around the league.

Further reading: Packers' defense could use someone like Micah Hyde

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309 - Packers Facing Elite Quarterbacks Early

Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

06/03/20 • 29 min

The early part of the Packers’ 2020 schedule is highlighted by high-level quarterbacks. How scared should you be? Probably not scared at all because they’re not going to hurt you. But how scared should the Packers be? Also probably not scared, but perhaps a little concerned? Let’s discuss.

Lane Taylor reworks his contract (5:32)

The Packers and Lane Taylor have agreed to a reworked contract, giving the Packers a little depth on the offensive line and giving Taylor some job security.

Packers facing elite quarterbacks early (8:56)

The Packers will face some great quarterbacks in the early portion of their 2020 schedule. Are you worried?

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 8 (21:20)

Pat Kirwan tells us a little bit about what it takes to build a defensive front. We take that idea and run with it.

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308 - Which NFC North Teams Are Vulnerable in 2020?

Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

05/29/20 • 26 min

The Packers will play six games against NFC North opponents in 2020, so it makes sense to start our preview of 2020 opponents there. How will divisional opponents change this season? Then, when is a gimmick just a gimmick and when is it an innovation?

Which NFC North teams are primed for a regression? (1:48)

It's hard to maintain success from year to year. Which NFC North teams are most likely to falter in 2020? Let's see what the data says.

Further reading: 2019 Adjusted Games Lost

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 7 (12:34)

When is a new feature in football a gimmick and when is it an innovation? When it has staying power.

316 - Weird Moments in Packers/Vikings History

Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

07/01/20 • 32 min

The Packers have a 60 year history with the Minnesota Vikings, and it’s gotten weird at times. Let’s take a look at a few of those weirder moments. But first... does anybody have any idea what this NFL season is going to look like?

Does anybody know what’s going on with the 2020 NFL season? (00:44)

With every day that passes, someone is floating a new plan for the 2020 season. But does anybody really know what’s going to happen?

Raiders’ Mark Davis unhappy with decision to sell ads on seats

Some teams are thinking about game-day travel in 2020

LA Rams Head Coach Sean McVay on NFL Social Distancing Policy: ‘I Don't Get It'

The Packers and Vikings have had some weird moments (11:33)

A quick look at weird moments in Packers/Vikings history.

Packers have the edge in their rivalry with the Vikings, but Minnesota has its share of wins

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 15 (23:15)

How do NFL teams treat injuries? It’s extremely complicated...and at times a little morally questionable.

Favre has played since '92 with hip condition

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