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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We’re almost to peak offseason. You can feel it in the temperature of the takes. Let’s dive into a few and create some of our own. Here’s one: Mike McCarthy is coaching for his job in 2018. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time to talk money. We're taking on the biggest contract questions on the Packers. Should Aaron Rodgers take less? Who's worth keeping around? Is restructuring ever a good idea? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We’ve got Super Bowl. We’ve got Hall of Fame. We’ve got Packers front office. And we’ve got a free agent shopping spree. Then, why we all just need to sit back and let athletes be interesting. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A high profile cornerback is available for trade. Should the Packers do a deal? Then, a franchise legend might be going up the river. How does that change how we think about him, if at all. Plus, let’s take a second to remember some highlights from Super Bowls gone by. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Blue 58, the Packers head deeper into their offseason and so do we. What former Packers could make their way back to Green Bay? We’ll touch on that and how Aaron Rodgers’ injury affected the Packers in a way that may not immediately be apparent. Then we’ll take our first crack at this year’s NFL draft and dive into the history books to do a little mythbusting. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
The Packers say hello to a new defensive coordinator and say goodbye to a long time personnel man while we get started on a big project. Then, how do we answer the biggest question of the 2017 season? By asking a bunch more questions, of course! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Things look different in Green Bay, and that’s not a bad thing, but now it’s time to get down to work, and Brian Gutekunst has his work cut out for him. We’ll talk about what that means for one notable player. Then, the Packers still need a defensive coordinator, so what should we expect? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mark Murphy is leading the Packers into a pivotal offseason, and all eyes will be on the president and CEO as he makes his first ever big hire. Now can everybody slow down for a second and let us catch up? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As we say farewell to 2017, we take a moment to reflect on the silver linings of the Packers' second shutout of the season (there aren't many), wonder why the Packers haven't run the ball more (we don't really know), and reminisce about the start of the Lombardi Era with a special guest (really special!). Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
The playoffs are out of reach, Aaron Rodgers is done for the year, and the Vikings have locked up the NFC North. Merry Christmas! Seriously though, how do we fix this? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are ready to fight for their playoff lives. Will Aaron Rodgers be there with them? We’ll discuss exactly what the Packers will have to do to beat the Panthers with or without their two-time MVP quarterback. But will he come back? Plus, recapping a special appearance with our colleagues from across the pond. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
The Packers are clinging to playoff hope. Is there any reason that we should too? We’ll take a look at the road ahead and examine why one particular position group might be making it more difficult for the Packers to succeed. Also, Greg Jennings was in the booth for the broadcast on Sunday. How did he do? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
After a loss in Pittsburgh, the end may finally, officially be here. We discuss what, if anything, we can take away from this game. After that, injuries have affected this season, but you may not have realized exactly how much. And finally, Jamaal Williams was great on Sunday, but you may not have realized exactly how great. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
The Packers are back to losing. We take up the question of who, if anyone, is to blame, for the team’s struggles. Then, a promising rookie is arrested and a former player passes away. We wrap up with big discussion on all things quarterback Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers beat the Bears. Does that change anything? With Aaron Jones out for up to six weeks, how does the offense change? And is there a case for tanking the season? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're making our case: it's time for Dom Capers to go. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The bye week is over. Is there any reason to think we’ll see an improved Packers team in the second half? Who should be blamed for the defense’s struggles, if anyone? Plus, we take your questions on the Packers heading into the second half Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are on their bye week, licking their wounds after two straight losses. Are there any reasons for hope? Will Mike McCarthy take the training wheels off Brett Hundley? And what personnel decisions led to this point? Plus, checking in on the curious case of Damarious Randall. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
We’re living in a post-Aaron Rodgers world. How will the Packers handle it? Is a free agent quarterback the answer? Probably not, but we’ll dive in anyway. Then, let’s take a look at the very weird history between the Packers and Saints. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aaron Rodgers takes out the Cowboys again! We’ll break down how he’s doing it and how a few key decisions are paying big dividends for the Packers. Then, we preview the Packers’ upcoming run against the NFC North and put the final nail in the coffin of the Adrian Peterson story. Oh, and we may also make fun of Troy Aikman. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
What do the Packers do with Damarious Randall? Is he a bust, a bad fit, or something else? We’ll take up that question on top of taking a look at the Packers’ offensive line and telling you why a few people need to be getting some more credit. Then we’ll cap this whole thing off with a look at the season so far. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Things are going from bad to worse on the offensive line. Is there any reason for hope? After that, an issue that’s been going on for years is making life difficult for the defense. And why is Aaron Rodgers off to a weird start this year? Plus all the uniform talk you could want...and more! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
We're putting the Atlanta loss in the review mirror, exploring Randall Cobb's expanded role on offense, and explaining why the Packers need to beat the Bengals for Aaron Rodgers' sake. Then, we dive deep on new opportunities for Kevin King and Josh Jones. On top of that we try to answer the question of who the best rookie defender in Packers history could be. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
The Packers are making cuts, winning games, and getting ready for Atlanta. Is there any difference between this year’s Packers and Falcons game and what we saw in the NFC Championship game? There is, but you’re going to have to listen to the show to hear it. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The roster was set, but not for long! Ted Thompson has signed another free agent. What does that mean to the Packers? Then, join us for a look at some predictions about this season. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Blue 58, is Ahmad Brooks joining the Packers? Probably, but he hasn’t yet. How are former members of the Packers faring this preseason, and will another offensive tackle step up in Green Bay? Plus we’re joined by Brian Carriveau of the Railbird Central Podcast. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
An abbreviated episode in advance of the Packers' third preseason game. Acme Packing Company's Owen Riese gives us a more in-depth look at the Packers' offensive line. We're back to full strength on Wednesday! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We make an announcement, Jon gets something off his chest, and talk about how there's nothing to talk about. Then, we dive into the discussion on a few Packers players who could take a bit longer to develop. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Blue 58, Letroy Guion is gone for good, Aaron Rodgers doesn’t start slow, and the Packers are going to be good...but how good? Then we preview this week’s VERY FIRST preseason game. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are already down a draft pick, Ty Montgomery looks primed to contribute at running back, and we’ve got t-shirts for you to vote on. On top of that, training camp is actually underway, so who’s doing well? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
