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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

250 - Explosive Plays, Offensive Line Questions, And Thankfulness

Are you still thankful for the Packers? Of course you are, so let’s talk a little bit about what we’re thankful for in the spirit of the season. But first, following up on a couple storylines from Sunday’s meltdown in San Francisco. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 201922 min

249 - Packers Fail Test Against Elite 49ers

The Packers were roughly handled by the San Francisco 49ers, and how it happened could (and probably should) give us a big reason for concern for the rest of the season. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 25, 201921 min

248 - Packers Have a Chance for a Statement Game in San Francisco

The Packers are facing one of the top teams in the NFL this weekend. Or are they? The 49ers may be more mysterious than we’ve been led to believe. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 201920 min

247 - What the Packers Should Worry About Down the Stretch

The Packers are 8-2 heading into the stretch run of their season. What should be bothering Matt LaFleur and company? I have some ideas. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 20, 201925 min

246 - What Are the 2019 Packers?

The Packers are on their bye week, so we need to talk about one big question: what are they? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 15, 201926 min

245 - Packers Put Away Pesky Panthers

The Packers hung tough on a wild weather day to move to 8-2. How’d they do it? Let’s discuss. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 201921 min

244 - Panthers Perfectly Prepared to Pester Packers

The Packers have a chance to right the ship before their bye week but to get to 8-2 they have to take down a team that seems perfectly created to exploit their weaknesses. Here's what we talked about in this episode: :36 - Panthers overview 4:12 - Meet the Panthers' offense 8:48 - Meet the Panthers' defense 11:55 - Player to Watch - Luke Kuechly 13:32 - What happened the last time the Packers and Panthers played? 14:27 - Jon's prediction for this week Support this show http://supporter.acast.com...

Nov 08, 201921 min

243 - What's Wrong With the Packers' Inside Linebackers?

The Packers aren’t getting much from their inside linebacker position right now. Why? And what can they do about it? Spoiler alert: not much. Here's what we talked about in this episode: 3:06 - What's the deal with Blake Martinez? 8:15 - Will Ibraheim Campbell make a difference? 12:32 - Should Ty Summers get a shot? 15:04 - Does the future look any better at inside linebacker? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 06, 201925 min

242 - Packers Have No Answers for Chargers in Loss

The Packers fall to 7-2 on an embarrassing afternoon in Los Angeles. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 04, 201921 min

241 - Packers Prep for Identity-less Chargers

The Packers are off to Los Angeles to face the Chargers, a team without an identity, a home fan base, or even a real stadium. But other than that, they’re quite formidable! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 01, 201926 min

240 - Packers Stand Pat at Trade Deadline While Blue 58 Does a Self-Scout

Don’t look now, but it’s the midway point of the season. Let’s check in on how the Packers are doing by taking a look at some of the things we’re doing. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 201927 min

239 - Packers Earn A Win (But No Style Points) in Kansas City

The Packers beat the Chiefs 34-27 to move to 7-1. How did it happen and, more importantly, what can we learn? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28, 201920 min

238 - Why You Should Still Fear the Chiefs

Let’s take a very quick look at the Chiefs. You may have heard they’re without their starting quarterback. You should still be concerned! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 25, 201912 min

237 - How Has Matt LaFleur Improved the Packers Offense?

Matt LaFleur was brought to Green Bay to improve the Packers’ offense. Seven games in, how is he doing? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 201916 min

236 - Practically Perfect Packers Pummel Raiders

The Packers improved to 6-1 with a convincing win over the Raiders, powered by a statistically perfect performance by Aaron Rodgers. How did it all go down? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 21, 201923 min

235 - Gruden's Raiders Ready for 5-1 Packers

Let's preview the Packers' next opponent: Jon Gruden. And also the Oakland Raiders Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 18, 201914 min

234 - The Long Legacy of the AFL

Let’s open the history books for a quick stroll down memory lane as the Packers prepare to meet a group of three teams with an interesting shared legacy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 16, 201919 min

233 - Comeback Packers Knock off Lions

The Packers are 5-1 and in control of the NFC North all thanks to a win over the Lions. How'd they get it done? Let's discuss. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 201917 min

232 - Packers Attempt to Get Third NFC North Win of 2019

It's been a while since the Packers have had three wins in the NFC North this early in the season, but they've got a chance to get there on Monday. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 11, 201918 min

231 - Talking "The People's Team" with Mark Beech

Author Mark Beech joins the podcast to discuss his new book, The People's Team: An Illustrated History of the Green Bay Packers. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 09, 201927 min

230 - Packers Score a Big Win in Dallas

The Packers are flying high at 4-1 after a big win in Big D. What made it possible? Let’s discuss. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 07, 201920 min

229 - Packers Face a Tall Task in Dallas

The Packers head to Dallas this weekend to face their most formidable foe yet. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 04, 201916 min

228 - 7 Great Packers Wins Over the Cowboys

The Packers are preparing to face the Dallas Cowboys and it looks like they’ll be without Davante Adams. Should they trade for a wide receiver? And if so, who? Then, let’s savor some wins over the Cowboys from years gone by. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 02, 201928 min

227 - How Are the Packers Rookies Doing So Far?

Let’s take a moment to check in on how the Packers’ draft picks are performing so far this year. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 201926 min

226 - How Four Plays Doomed the Packers in Loss to Eagles

The 1972 Dolphins can rest easy. The Packers won’t be threatening their perfect season any longer. How did this seemingly winnable game get away from the Packers? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 201921 min

225 - Are the Packers For Real?

The Philadelphia Eagles are set to invade Lambeau Field and we'll get a chance to answer some big questions about the Packers on national television. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 25, 201922 min

224 - Undefeated Packers Still Face Big Questions

The Packers are undefeated but there are still a couple reasons to be concerned. Let’s enjoy a good win...but in moderation. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 201921 min

223 - Can the Packers Go 3-0?

The Denver Broncos and an old nemesis come to Lambeau Field on Sunday. Can the Packers overcome their pass rush to go 3-0? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 201922 min

222 - Breaking Down the Broncos with Jeff Essary

The Packers send one DB to IR and bring in another via waivers. Is it possible to get them all on the field? Then, Mile High Report's Jeff Essary helps us understand the Broncos defense. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 18, 201935 min

221 - Packers Beat Vikings, Remain Undefeated

The Packers sweated out a win over the Vikings and now have accomplished something we haven’t seen in almost two years: back to back wins. How’d they do it? Let’s discuss. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 201922 min
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