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Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

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A Packers podcast committed helping you become a smarter fan. Former WTMJ newscaster Jon Meerdink goes beyond the headlines in Blue 58, bringing you a unique, upbeat perspective on everything Green Bay Packers.

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Episodes

160 - The Bitter End of the 2018 Packers

We’ve reached the end of the Packers’ 2018 season. What did we learn from taking a second look at every game? Well, it’s not good! But maybe there’s hope for the future. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 201931 min

159 - The Dead Cat Bounce

Matt LaFleur is doing actual head coach things, and we got a chance this week to get to know his staff a little bit. What do the first impressions show? Then, why I think two linebackers are a great explainer for why the Packers roster was the way it was in 2018. Finally, we dive back into our look at the 2018 season. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 20, 201930 min

158 - When Mike McCarthy Knew it Was Over

Let’s have a little offseason speculation, shall we? What if the Packers made a big splash at wide receiver? It might cut down on Aaron Rodgers’ throwaways, which we’re a big problem in 2018. We’ll take a look back at what happened there before diving back into our 2018 recap. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 15, 201934 min

157 - What Happened to Cole Madison?

We’ve finally got a quasi-answer to one of the enduring mysteries of the 2018 season. Let’s talk about what happened to Cole Madison. Then, the Packers got a win versus the Dolphins but then had to head to Seattle on short rest. How did that turn out? Well, pretty much like every other trip to Seattle. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 13, 201932 min

156 - When the Super Bowl Champs Ended the Packers

The Packers are just about done adding coaches, but one of their last hires is interesting, if only because of his name. Let’s take a second to look at their latest hires before diving into some interesting comments about the Packers leadership structure. Then, when the Packers 2018 season really came to an end. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 08, 201936 min

155 - The Last Bright Spot of 2018

We’re officially on to 2019, to borrow a quote from Bill Belichick. Let’s take that opportunity to talk about what could be the very last true bright spot of the 2018 Packers season. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 06, 201931 min

154 - When 2018 Started to Unravel

The Packers coaching staff is edging closer to completion. What do we make of the newest names added to the mix? Then we take a trip back to when the Packers’ 2018 season really started to unravel. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 01, 201928 min

153 - Jimmy Graham is Back?

One of the biggest names from the 2018 offseason is apparently going to be back in 2019, but is it a good thing that we’re having another go-round with Jimmy Graham? Let’s discuss. Then, we dive into our game-by-game review of the 2018 season. Spoiler alert: this is about as happy as it’s going to be for a while. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 30, 201931 min

152 - Reviewing the 2018 Packers Rookies

The Packers keep bringing new names into the building, but this time one is on the personnel side. We’ll catch up on the latest moves and discuss whether a colleague of Matt LaFleur’s is making a big mistake. Then, let’s start our season review process by breaking down the Packers 2018 rookies. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 25, 201939 min

151 - Our 2018 Predictions Were Not Great

Matt LaFleur is making moves on the Packers coaching staff, but the Packers still have fewer coaches than it feels like they should. Is that bad? Let’s find out, then dive into our predictions from last season. Plus: the NFL’s overtime rules are fine. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 201931 min

150 - What Did We Learn About the Packers in 2018?

The Packers are still slowly filling out their coaching staff, but now two very intriguing names are in the mix. Then, Joe Whitt is off to Cleveland, but it’s possible that may not be a bad thing. We’ll explain why. Finally, as we start to review the 2018 season, let’s look back at one of our biggest behind the scenes projects. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 18, 201935 min

149 - Matt LaFleur Hires an Offensive Coordinator

The Packers are shuffling their coaching staff, and the tide appears to be turning from departures to arrivals. What do we make of the Packers’ new offensive coordinator, and do the Packers have a Mark Murphy problem? Plus...who cares if Matt LaFleur is a reach? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 15, 201925 min

148 - The LaFleur Era Begins

Matt LaFleur has made his first moves as the Packers head coach, answering a bunch of questions from local media while getting interrupted a bunch by Mark Murphy. Now that we’ve had some time to sort all this out, what do we think of Matt LaFleur? And what does the new head coach need to do next? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 10, 201940 min

147 - Hello Head Coach Matt LaFleur

The Packers have hired a head coach...and it’s Matt LaFleur. What do we make of this hire? Are the Packers bringing in one of the hottest young offensive minds or just reaching for a name associated with some other big names? Let’s try to talk ourselves into the LaFleur hire -- just before we talk ourselves out of it. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 08, 201924 min

146 - What's a Head Coach Interview Actually Like?

It’s going to be a busy weekend for the Packers as they conduct their first head coaching interviews since 2006. What is the process actually like? We go behind the scenes to find out. Plus, the coaching search powerhouse you may not know much about. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 04, 201930 min

145 - The Coaching Carousel Begins to Spin

The 2018 season already feels like a distant memory as the Packers dive headlong into their coaching search. With two interviews already done and more on the way, let’s try to separate the contenders from the pretenders all while wondering if the Packers are somehow taking too long already. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 02, 201932 min

144 - Lions Give Packers an Embarrassing End to 2018

Weeks after the Packers season actually ended, the 2018 schedule has come to a merciful close. Let’s take a quick look at what happened in the Packers’ disappointing season-ending shutout before refocusing on what happens next. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 31, 201827 min

143 - Week 17 Preview: Forget About the Lions

The wheels of the coaching carousel are beginning to turn. We’ve got our first concrete news about the Packers plunging into the field of available coaches! What does this mean, and are either of the coaches interviewed today serious contenders? Plus, what if the Packers decide to hire a defensive coach? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 28, 201835 min

142 - Packers Win Exciting, Meaningless Game in New York

The Packers picked up a win on a quality comeback, but it’s not like it means anything. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to learn. Let’s take a second to see if there’s anything about this game that helps us dive deeper going forward. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 201828 min

141 - Week 16 Preview: Packers Battling Details

The Packers don't have any meaningful games left, but they can spend some time working on an issue that has plagued their 2018 season: details. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 201813 min

140 - Who's the Favorite to Coach the Packers?

The Packers are setting themselves up for the stretch run, and by that I mean they’re adding guys to the roster so they have enough healthy bodies to play two meaningless games. But that means we get to focus on other stuff! Namely, figuring out who these guys are and moving our attention to the Packers’ coaching search and beyond. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 19, 201833 min

139 - Bears End the 2018 Packers' Season

The Bears played exactly as we've come to expect them to play and the Packers couldn't respond. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 201824 min

138 - Week 15 Preview: Bear Hunting

The Packers can't catch the Bears in the standings, but they have a chance to take the season series on Sunday. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 14, 201812 min

137 - Joe Philbin is a Serious Candidate

A former member of the Packers’ front office has some crucial insight on how the Packers might hire their next coach. What does Andrew Brandt tell us about the Packers’ coaching search? And where will Mike McCarthy land? Plus: why the Packers have a hard decision to make on Tramon Williams. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 12, 201830 min

136 - The Packers Are Undefeated (In the Joe Philbin Era)

The Packers won a game! That’s good, right? I think so. At any rate, it gives us something a little bit more to talk about than a loss. But what can we really take away from this one? Support Blue 58 Donate to our Patreon - $1 per month offsets our podcast hosting costs. Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep. Leave us a 5-Star Review - It helps more people find the show! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Dec 10, 201833 min

135 - Week 14 Preview: Packers Embrace Meaningless Football

The Packers have a (technically) meaningless month of football ahead. But that's okay. Let's explore why meaningless football can actually be great. Support Blue 58 Donate to our Patreon - $1 per month offsets our podcast hosting costs. Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep. Leave us a 5-Star Review - It helps more people find the show! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 07, 201812 min

134 - Should the Packers Tank?

Welcome to the Packers coaching search extravaganza! Are you ready for a grueling month and a half of exhausting speculation? I hope so, because we’re not getting out of this any time soon. To kick things off, we’re taking some time to answer your questions about the Packers, including whether or not they should tank and how they might be able to turn Kenny Clark into even more of a monster than he already is. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Dec 05, 201835 min

133 - The Mike McCarthy Era is Over

Mike McCarthy is now the former head coach of the Green Bay Packers. Where do the Packers go from here? Who is going to be the next head coach? We take on those questions and more as we break down this unexpected news. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 03, 201825 min

132 - Week 13 Preview: What Does a Win Even Mean for the Packers?

Heading into a Week 13 game against an overmatched opponent, it's not clear what a win would even really mean for the Packers. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 30, 201813 min

131 - Finding the Positive in the Packers' Dismal Season

The 2018 season hasn’t gone as expected for the Packers, but that doesn’t mean we have to be negative all the time. Let’s take a second to appreciate the members of this year’s team who are going above and beyond. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 201821 min
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