Packers Wire Podcast

The guys discuss the Packers’ defensive dominance under new coordinator Joe Barry, grade Jordan Love’s first career start and look ahead to Packers-Vikings with game predictions. Hosted by Ryan O’Leary (@RyanO_Leary) with Packers Wire Managing Editor Zach Kruse (@zachkruse2)

The guys react to the latest Aaron Rodgers drama and look ahead to what is expected to be Jordan Love’s first career start. They also discuss last Thursday night’s memorable win over the Cardinals and look ahead to Packers-Chiefs with picks against the spread. Hosted by Ryan O’Leary (@RyanO_Leary) with Packers Wire Managing Editor Zach Kruse (@zachkruse2)

Steve Bortstein filling in for Ryan O'Leary. Looking back at an emotional Packers win over the Bears as well as a rejuvenated running game plus a look at this Sunday's home game against the Washington Football team. 

In what was a wild Wednesday, the Packers and former Patriots’ cornerback Stephon Gilmore reportedly shared mutual interest before Gilmore was abruptly traded to Carolina for a sixth-round pick. Did the Packers explore every option to get Gilmore to Green Bay? Did they miss a golden opportunity to add an All-Pro corner for this year’s Super Bowl run? The guys tackle those topics, along with new Packers LB Jaylon Smith, Aaron Rodgers’ potential interest in joining the Steelers and a Packers-Bengals preview with picks against spread. Hosted by Ryan O’Leary (@RyanO_Leary) with Packers Wire Managing Editor Zach Kruse (@zachkruse2).

The guys discuss the Packers’ thrilling win at San Francisco and what it means for the team as it gears up for another run at the Super Bowl. Topics include Rodgers’ wild reaction to Mason Crosby’s game-winner, thoughts on the QB’s future and a Packers-Steelers preview with picks against the spread. Hosted by Ryan O’Leary (@RyanO_Leary) with Packers Wire Managing Editor Zach Kruse (@zachkruse2)

For Packers fans, draft weekend was overshadowed by unsettling reports of QB Aaron Rodgers wanting out. Packers Wire editor Zach Kruse gives his take on the latest developments. How did we get here? Is there even a chance for a resolution? The guys tackle all the Rodgers drama before hitting on the Packers’ 2021 draft class.

Draft Wire editor Luke Easterling, with host Ryan O’Leary, give their final takes on Day 1 of the NFL Draft. Could Micah Parsons tumble to the Steelers at pick No. 24? Are the Patriots poised to make a move for their quarterback of the future? Will Patrick Surtain make it past the top 10 picks after the Broncos’ trade for QB Teddy Bridgewater? Elijah Moore or Alex Leatherwood for the Packers at pick No. 30? Happy draft weekend everybody!

The last time the Packers had 10 selections entering draft weekend, they scored the franchise’s best rookie class in recent memory. The guys take a look back at the Packers’ stellar class of 2019, and discuss why the number of picks may be the same for 2021, but the team’s draft capital is not.

The guys react to recent comments by Aaron Rodgers about his future with the Packers, and GM Brian Gutekunst on moving up and down the draft board. Also, three positions of need the Packers should address by the end of Day 2.

Luke Easterling, editor of The Draft Wire, joins host Ryan O’Leary to tackle a variety of topics, including Luke’s most recent mock draft and how he sees things shaking up for the Packers on Day 1. The guys also give their takes on Aaron Rodgers and his stint as the interim host of “Jeopardy!”