#901 Packers Unscripted: Many moving parts

Mike and Wes provide an overview of the Minnesota Vikings, including their new QB (1:30) and veteran-heavy defense (8:20). They also discuss the expected atmosphere in U.S. Bank Stadium (13:16), having division matchups in Week 1 (17:00) and the first two games that’ll kick off the NFL regular season (22:13).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes take a look at the most important developments of the past month (1:30), including the re-emergence of TE Tucker Kraft and RB MarShawn Lloyd (5:30), the Packers’ biggest strengths (9:53) and concerns (16:45) heading into Week 1, and who are this team’s sleepers in 2026 (28:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes review all the roster moves made by the Packers in recent days, including three trades (:45), the acquisition of a new QB3 (5:10), the signing of TE Jonnu Smith (6:10) and the focus on depth in the trenches (12:50). They also revisit DT Anthony Campbell’s story (16:05), discuss WR J. Michael Sturdivant making the team as an undrafted rookie (23:36), and provide the latest injury updates (26:50).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes provide their thoughts on the new Rivalries uniforms (:35) as well as review their top takeaways from the second preseason game in Denver (2:35). They also discuss a spirited Monday practice that included standout performances from LB Edgerrin Cooper and CB Keisean Nixon, and they share what they’re looking for in the joint practice and preseason finale vs. the Cardinals (21:47).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes preview Friday’s second preseason game against the Broncos, discussing players who will look to stack another good performance on top of the Pittsburgh opener (3:35), the desire for No. 2 QB Tyrod Taylor to settle in (7:21), the ongoing competition and potentially difficult decisions coming at defensive tackle (14:50), and a final thought on what to look for in Denver (20:22).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes review the standouts from the preseason game in Pittsburgh, including rookie K Trey Smack (:40) and No. 3 QB Kyle McCord (7:00). They also discuss TE Tucker Kraft’s return to 11-on-11 work in practice (11:24), the continued emergence of DE Brenton Cox Jr. (23:30) and the competition at the DT position (30:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss the starting competitions at RG (:30) and CB (6:32), update the team's health (12:05), highlight CB Jaylin Simpson's underdog bid for a roster spot (19:05), and preview the preseason opener at Pittsburgh (22:46).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes discuss Micah Parsons’ update on his recovery (:40), highlights from the second padded practice, including Barryn Sorrell’s INT (10:15), rookie CB Brandon Cisse’s impressive start (15:40), thoughts from the coordinators (19:25) and the upcoming Family Night (24:26).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes recap the first five practices of training camp, highlighting the strong starts by WRs Christian Watson and Matthew Golden (5:15), the presence of TE Tucker Kraft (8:40), the flashes from RB MarShawn Lloyd (10:50), the underdog story of DT Anthony Campbell (13:00), and the ongoing installation of the new defense (18:05).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Wes preview training camp and look at the prominent storylines to follow, including the pending return of injured players (4:20) and the competitions at cornerback (8:15) and edge rusher (13:20). They also examine the new additions on defense, including LB Zaire Franklin (21:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.