Locked On Packers

Multiple reports confirm the Packers are engaged with the Chiefs in trade talks for franchise tagged edge rusher Dee Ford. He's not the only Kansas City rusher on the market with Justin Houston being released and a report from Peter King links Green Bay with the Ravens' Za'Darius Smith. Plus, we dig into the details of the Antonio Brown trade and why the Packers may have been smart to stay away despite the low asking price.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More than a dozen potential starting safeties will be available when free agency opens next week. How did we get to this point in the NFL and what does it say about how the league feels about the position? Does Green Bay feel the same way? Then, we look at the possibility of trading for Browns guard Kevin Zeitler and what his impact on this team could be.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Kansas City Chiefs placed the franchise tag on Dee Ford, but are open to trading him, while reportedly also planning to cut former All-Pro Justin Houston. Could the Packers take the opportunity to pounce and why could a trade make sense in both bases? Plus we answer listener questions coming out of the combine about the rookie class, doubling up on tight ends and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The stopwatches are down and the interviews are over. How did a class ideally suited to the Packers needs measure up? We dive into this draft class, where Green Bay might be looking to address some of its needs and a possible list of players set to be available to them this spring.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers are likely to move on from Nick Perry this offseason according to reports and Clay Matthews is already a free agent. Green Bay is also expected to be aggressive in free agency to add a pass rusher. With guys like Montez Sweat and Brian Burns blowing up the combine, they could find a blue chip talent in the draft as well. We attempt to corner the edge market for the Packers this offseason.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt LaFleur says he wants to run the ball. Will he? And how will that help Aaron Rodgers? Plus Brian Gutekunst says no much will change when it comes to scouting for the Packers under LaFleur's leadership. We discuss how this pairing could shape the offseason for Green Bay.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America's guest Jason Hirschhorn from SB Nation, NFl.com and across the country joins the show to talk about the road map for the offseason with Matt LaFleur, including the Antonio Brown trade rumors, why Odell Beckham Jr. may be a smarter trade target and how the QB market could affect the Packers in the draft.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of The Athletic's film gurus Ted Nguyen joins the show to discuss a piece he wrote about how Matt LaFleur can help Aaron Rodgers back back on track in 2019. We break down some of the core concepts, the changes he'll make and how Rodgers can thrive in the new system. We open the show discussing reports Randall Cobb won't return to Green Bay.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Packers fans are hoping for superstar players in free agency, but where do the Packers turn if the big names head elsewhere or simply stay put? Given the way this free agent class looks, Green Bay still has a chance to get better. Plus, the draft sets up perfectly to add blue chip talent even without adding big-name players through signings. We dive into how it could work on today's show.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our first ever trio podcast is here to preview the Packers' best path through free agency with CheeseheadTV's Andy Herman and Packers Wire Jack Wepfer. We discuss why the Packers might be better off not chasing short-term glory in free agency and the need for blue chip talent to ease the burden on Aaron Rodgers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Safety was one of the most glaring weaknesses for the Packers last season. With so many quality players available in free agency and the draft, could Green Bay double-dip at the position and engage in a full on overhaul? And are there dark horse candidates on the roster who could compete for playing time?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers new coaching staff met the media on Monday and one thing was clear: yes they're young, but they bring energy and a modern mindset to teaching the team. Plus, we discuss some offseason tips for Green Bay as we head toward free agency in March.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What should the Packers do with Nick Perry who isn't worth his contract? Moving on would save money, but leave Green Bay perilously thin at OLB. Plus, who are players who might be on Brian Gutekunst's radar should they become cap casualties from other teams?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Graham looks to be back, but Marcedes Lewis and Lance Kendricks could be looking for new homes in 2019. How did the Packers tight ends do in 2018 and where do they go to fix this bug-a-boo position in Green Bay? Can Big Bob Tonyan be the answer? Who are the impact players in the draft and does adding anyone in free agency make sense?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Antonio Brown said his goodbyes to Steelers fans after officially requesting to be traded. Should the Packers get into the bidding and what would a reasonable cost be. Plus, we dig into the latest report Packers rookie Cole Madison may not return to football as he deals with the loss of his former teammate to a suicide that may have been caused by football.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A tight end at 12 and a safety at 30? Who are the pass rushers who can push into the Packers' range with a good week in Indy? Trevor Sikkema, host of Locked on NFL Draft, and writer at The Draft Network, joins the show to break it all down and get you set for the upcoming combine in Indianapolis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julius Peppers says Aaron Rodgers is an all-time teammate the same week an article criticism Rodgers' attitude comes out with quotes from former players. Why the criticism is always amplified, but the praise isn't. Plus, we discuss the Green Bay draft plans and why the calls to ignore roster composition and positional value misses the point.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lane Taylor had a down year and right guard was a black hole as Justin McCray, Byron Bell and Lucas Patrick struggled. So, how do the Packers fix it and fortify the offensive line for Aaron Rodgers? Are they decent options in the draft? Should it be a priority in free agency? We dig into all these questions in the latest of our offseason series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Packers fans saw the struggles of the rookie receivers in 2018 and want to know how far Brian Gutekunst has to go to get back to the halcyon days of 2011 with a loaded group. But with this Matt LaFleur offense, do they really need to focus attention there? Plus, we look at free agent defensive options, wonder if Green Bay should have tanked for a better chance at a blue chip pass rusher and more listener questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Davante Adams expressed support for Matt LaFleur's offense and with good reason: it's perfect for Adams' skillset. Why this new scheme could push Adams even further into the upper echelon of NFL receivers, and why it's even more important the Packers find a receiver with short-area quickness. We also revisit the edge rusher rankings for the 2019 draft beyond the top group and identify important athletic traits for them ahead of the NFL combine.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices