Locked On Packers

We preview the Packers vs. the Raiders in Week 3 of the preseason with one central question: Should Green Bay trot out its franchise QB and risk injury? We also look at 5 storylines to watch in a critical preseason game for a plethora of players trying to carve out roles with the Packers. Finally, we address latest with the bizarre Josh Jones saga.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He started his career as a pass-rushing outside linebacker, then became a special teams maven before breaking out as a inside inside 'backer for the Oklahoma Sooners. Chris Plank from the Sooner Radio Network joins the show to discuss the rise of Curtis "Buzzy Bolton," how he can help the Packers and how he got to this position as a potential starting inside linebacker.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aaron Rodgers missing Thursday's game and weekend practice with back tightness reignited the debate about a veteran backup. On today's show, we explain why that construct misses the point about the best way to protect the team against a possible regular season injury. Plus, we discuss the impact of Josh Jackson and Jamaal Williams returning to practice and Dexter Williams' struggles.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aaron Rodgers and Aaron Jones were late scratches in a sluggish 26-13 loss to the Ravens. The backup quarterbacks didn't inspire much confidence and either did a host of rookies. We break down everything from a disappointing exhibition game.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aaron Rodgers showed excitement over Matt LaFleur's offense using scheme to get guys open compared to Mike McCarthy's philosophy. Thursday night will provide our first chance to see that in action against an excellent Baltimore Ravens defense. It could also give the Packers the chance to experiment with the right side of their line as a way to plan for the future. We explain how.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We found out Tuesday the injury to Oren Burks' pec wasn't as bad as previously thought and could heal on its own. That doesn't make the time table any clearer however, leaving Burks' status up in the air and Curtis Bolton set to fill in. We discuss the receiving hierarchy including Aaron Rodgers trying to get on the same page with MVS, Jimmy Graham's best practice yet, and the emerging Big Bob Tonyan.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Graham starred in training camp  in 2018, giving way to a disappointing season in a dysfunctional offense. Should his uneventful camp this year be taken as a sign of more struggles to come? We answer your questions about him and a lot more including surprise veteran cuts, scenarios at the CB position and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oren Burks tore his pec according to an ESPN report, an injury that would likely end his season. We discuss the Packers options at ILB and whether or not an extra safety could be a better option. We also look at the rise of Jake Kumerow, his spot on this team, and much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers beat the Texans 28-26 to open the preseason, but the win was far from the most important part. We dissect top performers like Dexter Williams, Ty Summers and more. We also look at the continuing disappointment of J'Mon Moore and Packers roster news just before the game.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers open the preseason against the Texans on Thursday night, so who has the biggest opportunity to show out and who has the most to prove? We break it down, plus discuss what to make of Green Bay's first depth chart and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aaron Rodgers and Matt LaFleur were unhappy with the way the offense played in the joint practices against the Texans but for different reasons. We break down what to focus on moving forward there. Plus, the Packers cut former second-round pick Jason Spriggs, and should a slow start to camp from Preston Smith be a cause for concern? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers were not pleased with how some Texans defenders were handling their business in practice and let Houston know about it, leading to a fight. Despite Matt LaFleur's no tolerance policy on fighting, he backed his players for not getting punked. We discuss what this means for the team, the impact of Tony Brown and Ka'Dar Hollman's emergence at CB, plus the fullback renaissance with Danny Vitale.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Family Night reignited the discussions about the Packers receivers, including how Green Bay will handle J'Mon Moore vs. Jake Kumerow and Trevor Davis. We discuss on today's episode. Plus, we break down the latest with Kevin King's injury, Jordy Nelson retiring as a Packer a much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's become fashionable to predict the demise of Aaron Rodgers. Some prominent analysts believe that time has already come. You know who disagrees? The players, coaches, and front office executives around the league. We go inside the hot take culture. Plus, with Darnell Savage back, what does that mean for the rest of the safety group?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reached a critical milestone in his short tenure in charge. After a lackadaisical practice session, he ended the day early and called out his team in his press conference. We explain why this is such an important moment in his young coaching career. Then, we discuss the apparent resolution to the Josh Jones trade demands and what it means for Green Bay,  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a crowded roster will Brian Guteukunst keep players like Trevor Davis or James Crawford who have, to this point in their careers, only been reliable on special teams? We break down the efficient way to build a roster and how it relates to what type of players the Packers should be keeping come final cut downs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers added a pair of running backs over the weekend, confirming what we believe to be true about Matt LaFleur's offense: he's not just paying lip service to the idea of balance and starting with the run game. Then we discuss the state of the defense after a handful of training camp practices. Could it be they're actually ahead of the offense? We break it down.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Daniels wasn't supposed to succeed. He was undersized, a Day 3 pick without a real NFL position. Yet he turned into one of the true wrecking ball interior linemen in the league. But coming off a major foot injury, hitting the wrong side of 30, and due serious money in 2019, the Packers decided they were better off without him. We get into why, how we got here and where Green Bay goes from here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers locked down starting DL Dean Lowry to a three-year extension. While this won't move the needle with fans, Lowry's solid play helps tell the story of a bigger plus for the Green Bay defense. Plus, how Kevin King's ability to stay on the field plays into this narrative.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers got better in the 2019 offseason, but how much better? Andy Herman joins the show to explain why none of the newest Green Bay players need to be stars to represent massive upgrades this season. Plus, we deep dive into Adrian Amos' game, his potential impact on the season and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices