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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It got interesting for a second, but the Packers ultimately took care of business against an overmatched Philadelphia Eagles team. In a part of the season where winning is all that matters, what does this do for the Packers? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers welcome a team with a lot of strong points but a really strange quarterback situation to Lambeau Field. The Eagles could give the Packers a tough time, but how tough of a time will it be? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s easy to find fault with the Packers, a team we’ve followed in detail for months now. But they’re playoff-bound and Super Bowl contenders, so what’s going well? That’s worth talking about, so let’s do it. Introducing Tavon Austin and Anthony Rush (00:45) The Packers have added two players to their roster this week. What should we know about Tavon Austin and Anthony Rush? Reacting to the NFL’s handling of COVID outbreaks (6:02) The NFL had an opportunity to deal with two COVID-affected games ...
The Packers took the Bears apart, but what did we really learn about the team? Well, today I say who cares, because beating the Bears is awesome. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers finally get to face off against the Bears. What kind of team will they be meeting on Sunday? One that’s not all that different from some teams they’ve played in the recent past. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Everything the Packers do between now and the end of the season is about playoff positioning. How are things shaping up? A good listener question gives us a chance to take a look at exactly how. Then, some thoughts on 4th down play calling and Darrius Shepherd. Why is he on the roster, anyway? How will the trade deadline shape the Packers’ postseason positioning? (1:33) Failing to go “all-in” at the trade deadline might mean the Packers are in a less advantageous position for the postseason. Her...
On a chilly day in Indianapolis, the Packers were unable to overcome a familiar opponent: the Green Bay Packers. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers have a big test on Sunday and how they perform will say a lot about their playoff hopes. Will the Packers rise to the challenge or find themselves still searching for an identity? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are 7-2 and prepping for the stretch run. As the current number one seed in the NFC, what should we be watching for as they get ready for the final push? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers made it way closer than it had to be against the Jaguars. What does this mean for their long-term goals? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are about to play another game they should win. How do you prepare for that? And what can we know about the result before it’s even played? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are halfway through their regular season schedule and it’s time to take stock of a few things. How are our predictions doing, what stats should we be watching, and what does everybody think the Packers will do between now and the end of December? Predictions it's time to look at predictions all the predictions (3:02) Are our predictions dumb and bad? Seems so. Stats, are they good? Well, the answer is some of them (10:31) I made some stats and hope you look at them Listener questions...
The Packers got a win in San Francisco for what feels like the first time in forever. And despite the state of the 49ers, I feel like there were some things we actually did learn. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are about ready to head back to the football field again, seemingly only hours after their loss to the Vikings. And what do we even make of this game? I’ll tell you … I don’t know. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It might sound like hyperbole, but Sunday's loss to the Vikings looks like institutional failure at every level. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are starting their second run through the NFC North before they’ve even really finished their first one, hosting the Vikings for round two of their rivalry series this weekend. Is there any reason to be concerned? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers haven’t played elite defense, but what if they don’t have to? How good do they really have to be to win a Super Bowl? We’ll take on that question and talk about a new Packers wide receiver who could represent the exact kind of move the Packers needed to make. New Packers wide receiver Seth Roberts (00:30) The Packers have reportedly added a wide receiver. What if the Packers defense is just good enough? (6:56) The Packers defense might never be elite this year, but that might be okay...
The Pack overcame what they lacked, didn’t give up a sack, saw a rookie named Black force a fumble with a smack, had Davante Adams pick up the receiving game slack, and ultimately just got back on track. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers could use a get-well game and the Texans look willing to oblige. How will things shake out as the Packers make just their third trip ever to the Texans’ home stadium? Let’s talk it out. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A week after getting destroyed by a great pair of linebackers, the Packers have added a linebacker themselves. Let’s talk about the position in general. Then, if the Packers are going to add talent on offense, a trade seems like the most likely route. Who could be a target? Thoughts about linebackers (2:19) The Packers’ offense was largely exposed by two extremely athletic linebackers. Is this the start of a league-wide shift? Can the Packers add any talent on offense? (13:31) The Packers could ...
Well, we can stop worrying about whether or not the Packers are going to go undefeated. The Buccaneers conclusively ended that quest, comfortably handling the Packers and raising quite a few questions about this team. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are back from the bye, getting healthy, and ready for a long run of football. For a start, they get to take on one of the most legendary players in NFL history. How will they fare against Tom Brady? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are back from their bye week and preparing for a long stretch of uninterrupted football. Before they get down to business, let’s take a second and look at how they’re shaping up with one quarter of the season in the books. One last thought on Snacks (6:47) The Packers missed out on Damon Harrison, but they’re probably fine with that. Further reading: Injuries (10:36) The Packers are getting some players back from injury this week, but Allen Lazard will be out a while yet. Further rea...
It’s the bye week, but does that mean there’s no Packers news to talk about? No, not in the slightest! Buckle up, we’ve got a lot to get to today, including Snacks Harrison, the offensive line, a bright outlook for the Packers defense, and much more Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers handled the Falcons to head to 4-0. Who played the most significant roles and what does this mean for the Packers moving forward? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers welcome the reeling Atlanta Falcons to Lambeau Field. Should they be worried about a trap game? Or will the record-setting offense continue to roll, no matter who lines up at wide receiver? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If there’s one big question mark about the Packers’ 3-0 start, it’s the defense. And given their investments on that side of the ball, Mike Pettine is facing a lot of questions. Should he be on the hot seat? And if so, what does that mean for the rest of the season? How will the NFL handle its first coronavirus outbreak? (1:47) The NFL is facing its first in-season test regarding COVID-19. How will they do? An offensive line storyline you may have forgotten (7:02) Offensive linemen very rarely g...
The Packers are 3-0 after a thrilling win, and even if it wasn’t perfect, it’s hard not to just bask in a quality win over a quality team. So let’s do just that. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are theoretically going to get their first big test of the season Sunday against the Saints. But who are the Saints? Do they even know? That’s the big question heading into Week 3. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers have an elite running back who’s about to be a free agent. Should they pay him? Should they trust the analytics? Is the answer both? Let’s find out together. Why did the Packers wait so long to put Lane Taylor on IR? (2:44) The Packers are doing some odd things with their 53-man roster. Why? Should the Packers pay Aaron Jones? (8:05) Aaron Jones is set to be a free agent after the 2020 season. Should the Packers pay up to keep their high-end running back? SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to ou...
