100 - Week 1 Recap: What Do You Even Say?
How do you describe what happened in Week 1? Let's give it a shot. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 10, 2018•27 min
Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast
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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99 - Week 1 Preview - Did the Bears Close the Gap?
It's time to take a look at an actual football game. Let's dig in. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 07, 2018•12 min
98 - Did the Packers Really Miss Out on Khalil Mack?
We’ve got a 53 man roster, now it’s on to Chicago and the start of the regular season. Let’s recap the weekend that was and see what we learned about Brian Gutekunst in the process. Plus, did the Packers really miss out on Khalil Mack? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 05, 2018•27 min
97 - 37 Tough Decisions for Brian Gutekunst
It’s time for Brian Gutekunst to make some tough calls. He’s got one preseason game left and then it’s time for the big cutdown. Who stays? Who goes? Will anybody come in from another team. Soon all that will be answered, but first the new Packers GM has to sort out four tough position groups. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 29, 2018•25 min
96 - Breaking Down the Packers' Latest Trade
Brian Gutekunst is continuing his quest to improve the Packers roster. Let’s break down his latest trade. Then, we’ll take a look at the Packers’ third preseason game before previewing who needs to step up in the final exhibition contest. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 27, 2018•24 min
95 - It's Time for DeShone Kizer to Win the QB Battle
We’re back from a trip to Lambeau Field. What did we see? A lot of stuff, and we’ll tell you about it. Then, the Packers are shuffling their running backs again. What’s it all mean? Plus, what to watch for in the third preseason game and why the helmet rule is going to get worse before it goes better. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 22, 2018•32 min
94 - The Two Position Groups With the Most Questions
With one preseason game in the books and another on the horizon, two position groups are facing the biggest questions. We’ll explore wide receiver and the offensive line in depth before taking on questions about Cole Madison, Quinten Rollins, the backup running back situation, and the state of quarterback play throughout the NFL. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 15, 2018•34 min
93 - Here is the 2018 Packers Roster
The Packers made four roster moves this week and could be ready to make more, at least if you believe the internet hype machine. We’ll break down each move and predict whether a big name pass rusher will be coming to Green Bay in a trade. Then, explore our first roster prediction of the 2018 season. Support the Snowden family here: https://www.gofundme.com/mylee-frances-snowden-memorial-fund Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
Aug 08, 2018•39 min
92 - The 8 Biggest Stories of Training Camp (So Far)
Training camp is nearly a week old. What’s for real and what’s a mirage? What do we make of the biggest stories, developments, injuries and more? Will Aaron Rodgers ever actually sign a contract? Probably, but that’s about all we know right now. Plus, why you should ignore online highlight reels and focus on the most boring parts of the game instead. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 01, 2018•33 min
91 - 11 Predictions About the 2018 Packers Season
Football season is finally starting and it’s time to make some predictions. We’ll tell you how many quarterbacks are going to make the team, why an unpopular outside linebacker is going to stick around, and what the Packers’ final record is going to be. Plus, could the Packers actually trade for Julio Jones? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 25, 2018•36 min
90 - What Are Our Expectations for the Packers' Defense?
We all need to take a deep breath on Aaron Rodgers’ contract. It’s going to get done. Jon Meerdink tells you why patience is a virtue worth remembering in this situation. Then, a quick look at the Packers’ revenue situation and why it’s good for the league before we wrap up talking about what we expect from whom on defense this year. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 19, 2018•38 min
89 - What Are Our Expectations for the Packers' Offense?
We’re a day late, but officially starting to look forward to the upcoming season. Who are we expecting a lot out of this year and why? Plus, big life updates that affect The Power Sweep and why I still have a special place in my heart for Madden...even though it’s bad now. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 12, 2018•33 min
88 - Why the Aaron Jones Suspension Matters
The Packers are down a starter for two key early season games. How will this affect position battles and the early portion of the season? We’ll dive in. Then, we’ve got a new stat to talk about, we’ll take a weird trip down memory lane, including the time a 5-8 wide receiver was Brett Favre’s number two target. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 04, 2018•33 min
87 - What Randall Cobb's Injury Says About the Offseason
Training camp hasn’t even started and a key member of the Packers is already hurt. Our Jon Meerdink thinks that says a lot about how the Packers handled this offseason. Then, why the NFL 100 is worth ignoring, part 2 and which Packers record would be the most fun to see broken. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 27, 2018•27 min
86 - This is the End of Clay Matthews
There is good reason to think we’re seeing the end of Clay Matthews in Green Bay. At least, from a certain point of view. Plus, why it’s dumb to get mad about coaches talking (or not talking) to the media, and why it’s best to take a wait and see approach with Mike McCarthy. Then, it’s possible for two things to be true at the same time. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 20, 2018•29 min
85 - All of Our 2017 Predictions Were Bad
Our 2017 predictions show yet another way the Minnesota Vikings make life on this planet worse. Plus, a little talk about OTAs and the Packers’ latest free agent addition. Then, do you think Aaron Rodgers should change how he plays? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 13, 2018•36 min
84 - The 15 Most Important Moves of the Brian Gutekunst Era
Brian Gutekunst has been the general manager of the Packers for six months. There have been cuts, signings, trades, a draft, and more. What do we make of what he’s done so far? Let’s take a look. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 06, 2018•36 min
83 - Five Key Members of the Packers Middle Class
We need to take some time to talk about the guys who aren’t stars. Why should you care about the guys who aren’t making headlines? We’ll tell you. We’ll also take a look at Adrian Peterson’s request to come to Green Bay, why he’s different than Dez Bryant, and whether Davante Adams belongs in the top 50 on the NFL 100 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 30, 2018•25 min
82 - Which Rookie Will Have the Biggest Impact?
OTAs are finally here, and with them come takes from all corners. Aaron Rodgers weighs in on Dez Bryant, we tell you which rookies are going to make an impact, and we dive into some moral philosophy. Yes, really. Finally...please read before you comment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 23, 2018•35 min
81 - Why the Packers Didn't Really Revamp Their Defense
The Packers revamped their defense this offseason...or did they? Let’s take a second and break down where the defense stands after free agency, the draft, undrafted free agency, and a month of speculation. Let’s speculate some more, shall we? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 16, 2018•35 min
80 - Why the Packers Offense is Done Changing
We’re in the age of the minicamp, so who’s lining up on offense for the Packers? You may be surprised how many positions we can already nail down. Beyond the starting lineup, though, things get pretty iffy. Let’s take a top to bottom look at the Packers’ offense. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 09, 2018•28 min
79 - 6 Things We Liked About the Packers Draft (And 3 We Didn't)
After months of anticipation and build-up, the draft is done. Now, we’re left to sort through the pieces. We’ll tell you why you should be excited about the top end of this year’s draft, why it’s okay to draft a punter and a long snapper, and how one specific trade could be a big part of what makes or breaks the middle part of the Packers draft. Then, we’ll dive into what the Packers should do next and who’s on the roster bubble. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on A...
May 02, 2018•31 min
78 - We've Cracked the Code on the Packers Draft
We think we can predict who the Packers will pick in the NFL Draft, which is only hours away. Let's do this! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2018•35 min
77 - Aaron Rodgers is Playing the Packers
Aaron Rodgers is speaking his mind...or is he? We’ll take on his contentious secret comments and the subsequent walk back. Then, why Jon thinks the Packers might want to seriously consider Dez Bryant and why Aaron Rodgers will be getting a new helmet in the near future. Plus a word about running backs. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 18, 2018•26 min
76 - Grab Bag
As we find ourselves in a waiting period in the NFL offseason, there’s a bunch of little things going on, so let’s talk about a bunch of things. We’ll touch on exciting young players, free agency, the Packers’ uniforms, Aaron Rodgers getting paid, drafting a quarterback, and even how to fix kickoffs. Buckle up! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 11, 2018•32 min
75 - When The Packers Traded for Mike Holmgren
It's Trade Week! We dive into the weird and wild history of trades in Green Bay. Plus, Jeff Janis is gone, Mike McCarthy is finally speaking his mind, and the narrative is destroying us all. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 04, 2018•32 min
74 - The One About Trades
Mike McCarthy says the Packers had it wrong on Damarious Randall, the Jordy Nelson tour of sadness continues, and we wrap up a big series. Then, we break down the possibilities around the Packers making a big trade. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 28, 2018•35 min
73 - Free Agency So Far
We’re officially a week into free agency and everything looks different in Green Bay. Jordy Nelson, Damarious Randall, and Morgan Burnett are gone. Jimmy Graham, Muhammad Wilkerson, and Deshone Kizer have arrived. Are the Packers any better? And what do they do going forward? Plus, why is it so important to pretend that decisions aren’t about money? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 21, 2018•33 min
72 - It's Gutekunst Time
The Packers are already making waves in free agency, and free agency hasn’t even officially begun. Is Muhammad Wilkerson worth considering, and why? And if it comes down to it, should the Packers take an edge rusher or cornerback? Then, we’ll take stock of the Brian Gutekunst era so far. ===== Support The Power Sweep and Blue 58: Leave us a review Donate on Patreon Buy a shirt on Teespring Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Mar 07, 2018•35 min
71 - Offseason Questions
This week on Blue 58, as the offseason really gets cooking, the Packers could be ready to part ways with a long-time member of the secondary. We’ll talk about how they got to that point and how the Packers’ decision-making process affects their results in free agency. Then, our attention turns to the combine as the run-up to the draft begins in earnest before we cap things off with a few of your questions. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
Feb 28, 2018•36 min
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