Locked On Packers

Over the weekend, a coordinated campaign from the NFLPA called out owners for not putting in place sufficient player safety measures in the wake of COVID-19. Training camp was set to open this week with rookies so what's the latest and what is the fight over? Plus, we look at how the Packers can get their passing game back on track with Aaron Rodgers attacking in ways other teams have found easy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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If the Chicago Bears solved their QB problems, are they in the mix with the Packers and Vikings in the NFC North? Our Locked on Podcast Network division hosts discuss that and many more pressing questions around Da Bears, including why they signed Jimmy Graham and more. Plus, what does Chris Jones' mega-deal mean for Kenny Clark? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heading into the 2019 season, the Vikings boasted one of the best rosters in the NFL. After a season of injuries and an offseason of departures, Minnesota looks to be a much different team. Where do they stand now in the NFC North hierarchy? Our Locked On Podcast Network NFC North hosts discuss that and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a busy offseason for Green Bay, and not always in the way fans and analysts wanted, the Packers head into 2020 as the favorites in the NFC North. So what does the rest of the division think of Matt LaFleur's team? We hear from the NFC North around the Locked on Podcast Network at part of another division crossover to take the temperature of Green Bay's biggest rivals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He calls it "finding religion," thanks to his mom. Iowa State Senator and political wunderkind joins the show to talk about how he became a Packers fan, what he thinks of the offseason, the state of sports amid the coronavirus and much more. Plus, why does the NFL not agree Aaron Jones is really good and what it means for the Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chandon Sullivan balled out in training camp last year, earning himself a role right away with the Packers. What's in store for the versatile DB heading into Year 3? He talks about his evolution as a player and what's coming next. Plus, we discuss how this secondary hasn't received enough hype heading into 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the weekend, the Packers announced they would be limiting fan capacity at Lambeau Field for 2020, and requiring any fan who comes to wear masks. They're also making special concessions for season ticket holders. Plus, they'll hold rookie camp a week before training camp. We break down why that matters, plus take your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

According to reports, the NFL will reduce the exhibition season from four games to two? We break down why this matters for critical Packers players. Plus, Davante Adams breaks down a predictable Lions defense. What lessons Green Bay can learn, plus why not to read too much into Jordan Love's fully guaranteed contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers offseason focused around the receiver position, and potential improvements from some young players, but there are guys flying under the radar who could have a big impact on the 2020 season. Who are they and how could they impact the team? Plus, with the threat of COVID-19, would it be smart for Green Bay to keep three QB on the roster? We discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If the NFL ends up taking the lead of sports leagues around the world and holding a season with no fans, they would essentially turn every game into a neutral site contest. Does that actually change much about the projected outcome of the season for the Packers? Plus, we discuss a pivotal year for Kevin King, where he succeeded last year and how he can prove he's a worth signing next offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NFL announced a timeline for training camps to open around the league, which means the first time we get to see this 2020 draft class on the field. What does rookie success look like? What are the key touchstones we should be looking for? Plus, Brett Favre wants to see Jordan Love as Taysom Hill. That's crazy, but what could Matt LaFleur do to sprinkle in Love this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Gutekunst didn't add significant pieces to fix flaws on the Packers roster. So, how will this defense fix its biggest flaws from last season? We focus on Mike Pettine's squad to see where they're most vulnerable and discuss how they might try to mitigate those issues in 2020. We focus on run defense and opposing tight ends on today's show and will cover the offensive issues next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you look at the Super Bowl futures odds, the Green Bay Packers aren't at the top of the list despite playing in the NFC Championship Game last year. So why is that? And is it fair to assume it'll happen again? Plus, we hear from Locked on 49ers host Brian Peacock on the Deebo Samuel injury, and discuss the future of Aaron Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the reasons media, oddsmakers, and even Packers fans believe Green Bay will regression 2020 centers around health in 2019. We debunk this notion on today's show and point out which teams (Hint: one plays in the NFC North) has more to worry about. Plus, the Packers rank higher in USA Today's summer power rankings than most. Are they right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A host of blue blood programs face serious coronavirus outbreaks in their locker rooms with one with as many as 30 players testing positive. The NFL, with no concrete public plan to deal with this, can learn from these other leagues, but the outlook right now doesn't look good. Plus, Deebo Samuel and Brandon Brooks' injury shake up the NFC and remind us how quickly fortunes can change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Without a spring offseason, Jordan Love enters training camp behind where he'd normally be. We discuss the straight forward impact of that, as well as some hidden benefits Love misses out on including proving to fans and teammates he's legit. Plus, we discuss potential contract options in 2021 and why the coronavirus could impact how the Packers approach the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Aaron Rodgers still a top-10 QB? A list from CBS Sports this week says he's not. We break down the flaws in the list and the case for Rodgers. Plus, an article on The Ringer criticized the Mike McCarthy for not signing Colin Kaepernick back in 2017 when Rodgers got hurt. The problem with that argument and the reasonable case for Green Bay to have signed Kaepernick in the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an interview this week, Jordy Nelson said he told Aaron Rodgers he'd be willing to come back to Green Bay before the 2019 season if the Packers would have him, but the team ultimately decided not to bring him back. We discuss this decisions as well the original call to replace Nelson with Jimmy Graham. Plus, we learned the NFL's COVID-19 protocols and what not having fans in the stadium could cost them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Gutekunst didn't make a splash in free agency or the draft, but will need many of his new acquisitions to play and play well in 2020 for the Packers to once again compete in the NFC? Who could play where? And how much? Plus, who could surprise and what happens if these moves don't work out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices