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Mr. Irrelevant (with Alex Strouf)

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Alex Strouf -- alongside his friends and enemies -- provides a comedic and chaotic commentary on all things Wisconsin sports each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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Episodes

Ep. 261 The Back Tracking Pack!

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers dive into the Green Bay Packers latest OTAs practice, which includes undisclosed injuries on the Packers DL and Keisean Nixon returning kicks again. Will Jaire Alexander be on the Packers roster in 2025? Will Sommers' Week in Review. The Milwaukee Brewers win streak is over after a loss to the Cincinnati Reds. One Word Wednesday. What We Learned presented by Door County Distillery.

Jun 04, 20251 hr 6 min

Ep. 260 Green Bay Packers WR "Logjam" = Diss or Compliment? + Giannis to Toronto?

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn dive into the recent word that's surrounded the Green Bay Packers WR room with the additions of Savion Williams and Matthew Golden, "logjam." Is that a compliment or a diss? Josh Jacobs spoke on the Packers newish-look WR room after some eye-opening comments at the Super Bowl. Detroit Lions C Frank Ragnow retired on Monday, leaving the NFC North pretty open for the Green Bay Packers. More Giannis Antetokounmpo news as the Milwaukee Bucks star has an ...

Jun 02, 20251 hr 4 min

Ep. 259 Evaluating Jordan Love's Expectations for 2025 Green Bay Packers + Bathwater

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn have a Friday! Strouf made a song as the 2025 Packers season is 100 days away. The guys discuss Jordan Love's comments at OTAs earlier in the week about his play in 2024. Kwesi Adofo-Mensah received an extension from the Minnesota Vikings. Where does Brian Gutekunst rank in the NFC North? Story Swap. What We Learned presented by Door County Distillery.

May 30, 20251 hr

Ep. 258 Jaire Alexander & Green Bay Packers Headed Toward Solution? + Wisconsin Football Is Irrelevant?

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn have to discuss Strouf being dumb, yet again. The Wisconsin Badgers football program is in an identity crisis and it's concerning for Badgers fans. Per a report in The Athletic, the Green Bay Packers offered CB Jaire Alexander a restructured contract as the saga continues into the offseason, but Alexander does intend to attend Minicamp. Will Sommers joins for Will's Wednesday Week in Review. One Word Wednesday. What We Learned presented by Door Count...

May 28, 20251 hr 1 min

Ep. 257 Is Green Bay Packers Youth Movement Working? + Should The Packers Have An Owner?

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, Hunter Vaughn, and Will Sommers have a Friday! Reviewing and reacting to Pro Football Focus' 25 Under 25 list which includes 0 Green Bay Packers and 5 Detroit Lions. Is the Green Bay Packers Youth Movement working? Jim Rutledge had a classic Rutledge Rant that didn't make a ton of sense on Jim, Matt and Molly. Doc Rivers was bombarded by paparazzi and had some answers about Giannis on TMZ. Strouf has a surprise new segment for Josh. What We Learned presented by Door C...

May 23, 20251 hr 5 min

Ep. 256 Green Bay Packers Push to Ban 'Tush Push' Unsuccessful + Dinner With Giannis

Alex Strouf and Josh DiMaggio react to the news that the NFL voted NOT to ban the 'tush push' after the Green Bay Packers proposal and campaign falls unsuccessful. Mark Murphy's attempt to save football as his final effort as Packers CEO/President is telling of his time in Green Bay. Matt LaFleur joined Kay Adams on Up & Adams and discussed the level of competition in the NFC North ahead of the 2025 NFL season. Will Sommers' Wednesday Week in Review. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee B...

May 21, 20251 hr 5 min

Ep. 255 Attempting to Problem Solve + Brewers Accountability

Alex Strouf, Joshy DiMaggio, and Will Sommers reconvene after the weekend that was to discuss all things Wisconsin sports. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are meeting this week to discuss the future for both sides. Will anything meaningful come out of the discussion? Former Green Bay Packers RB AJ Dillon took aim at the Packers for their proposal to ban the tush push. Pat Murphy did not mince words when it came to the Milwaukee Brewers inactivity in Free Agency. What We Learned pre...

May 19, 20251 hr 5 min

Ep. 254 The Green Bay Packers Will Be REALLY GOOD or MID + Season Ticket Drama

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, Hunter Vaughn, and Will Sommers (Bears Fan) react to the Seth Wickersham book that Caleb Williams DID NOT want to be drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2024. Strouf gives a dramatic reading. The Green Bay Packers 2025 schedule is OUT and Strouf has some takeaways. A story about a fan who had his Packers season tickets revoked is fighting back. Giannis Antetokounmpo update. What We Learned presented by Door County Distillery.

May 16, 20251 hr 5 min

How Good Can Jordan Love Be in 2025? - Weekly Wilde

Three-time Wisconsin Sportswriter of the Year Jason Wilde and Alex Strouf discuss the biggest stories of the Green Bay Packers offseason. The Packers selected not one, but two WRs in the first two days of the NFL Draft, leading to questions about the Packers WR room. Will CB Jaire Alexander be a Packer in 2025? What to make of the Packers OL. How good can the Packers offense, led by QB Jordan Love, be in 2025?

May 16, 202539 min

Green Bay Packers Schedule Release Reaction with Gabe Neitzel!

Alex Strouf and Gabe Neitzel react to the 2025 NFL Schedule, including the entirety of the Green Bay Packers slate of games for the upcoming season. Which games are in primetime? Which games do you look forward to most? Jason Wilde joins. Playing the 'Schedule Game'.

May 15, 202545 min

Ep. 253 Green Bay Packers WR Jayden Reed NOT Disgruntled + NFL Schedule Release Day!

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn react to the report that Green Bay Packers WR Jayden Reed and his new agent, Drew Rosenhaus, met with the Green Bay Packers following Green Bay selecting Matthew Golden and Savion Williams in the NFL Draft. Strouf believes the report is being way overblown. It's NFL Schedule Release Day and Strouf is 0-3 on his predictions related to the Packers. One Word Wednesday. Will's Week in Review. NBA Guys: NBA Draft Lottery review and the Indiana Pacers are ...

May 14, 20251 hr 3 min

Ep. 252 Giannis Preparing to Leave Bucks? + Green Bay Packers Elgton Jenkins Refund Saga

Alex Strouf, Hunter Vaughn, and Will Sommers discuss the newest Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors as the offseason of #GiannisWatch continues. Giannis is reportedly "open-minded" to playing somewhere else than Milwaukee in 2025-26. What implications are on the line with the NBA Draft Lottery tonight. Is the NBA Draft Lottery rigged? Green Bay Packers OL Elgton Jenkins had a unique run-in at a gentlemen's club in Atlanta over the weekend and Strouf is very amused by it. Trey Hendrickson update. NFL Sc...

May 12, 202557 min

Ep. 251Da Pope Talk + 10 Burning Questions For The 2025 Green Bay Packers

Alex Strouf and Tiny Hands Hunter Vaughn dive into all things Green Bay Packers ahead of the weekend. According to reports, are the Green Bay Packers shopping WR Romeo Doubs and could he be traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers? Answering 10 questions about the Green Bay Packers ahead of the 2025 NFL season. The NBA Playoffs resume tonight and have Strouf seated. Reviewing the Bill Belicick nonsense at North Carolina. What We Learned presented by Door County Distillery. Oh, and The Pope is a White S...

May 10, 20251 hr 14 min

Ep. 250 Green Bay Packers Wide Receivers WILL TAKE JUMP in 2025! + Getting Away

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, Hunter Vaughn and Will Sommers dive into the Green Bay Packers 2025 season and what is to come from the rookies taken in the 2025 NFL Draft. Who is YOUR GUY? Will Sommers' Week in Review, which includes his college graduation. The NBA Playoffs have been insane and the Indiana Pacers won't stop winning in crazy scenarios. One Word Wednesday. What We Learned.

May 07, 20251 hr 5 min

Ep. 249 Packers Power Rankings Following NFL Draft! + Josh's Generational Run

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and Hunter Vaughn discuss the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga and what comes next for him and the Milwaukee Bucks after a vague Instagram. Strouf gives Green Bay Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy his flowers after one heck of a month. ESPN's NFL Nation newest Power Rankings have the Packers at #8 with a note on their most improved position group. The NBA Playoffs have completely provided and we've got some premiere drama at that position! What We Learned presented by Door C...

May 05, 20251 hr 5 min

Ep. 248 Green Bay Packers Offseason Checklist Post-Draft + Josh is Rich

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and Hunter 'Tiny Hands' Vaughn discuss all things Wisconsin sports. Strouf has a new haircut! Discussing Giannis Antetokounmpo Watch. The Green Bay Packers picked up Devonte Wyatt's fifth-year option, but declined to pick-up Quay Walker's. The Green Bay Packers Offseason Checklist. What We Learned.

May 02, 20251 hr 8 min

Ep. 247 Will Giannis Antetokounmpo Leave Milwaukee Bucks After Playoff Exit? + Jaire Coming Back?

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn discuss the Milwaukee Bucks first-round playoff exit (again) after a loss to the Indiana Pacers (again) in the NBA Playoffs. After an epic meltdown and another early exit, will Giannis Antetokounmpo request a trade out of Milwaukee or will he be back in a Milwaukee uniform next season? Jaire Alexander and the Green Bay Packers have all options back on the table for his future, including a reunion in 2025. Will Sommer's Week in Review: NFL Draft Editi...

Apr 30, 20251 hr 8 min

Best of the 2025 NFL Draft! Featuring Packers CB Carrington Valentine, The League's Steve Rannazzisi, and NFL's Jeff Miller

Alex Strouf recaps the 2025 NFL Draft and some of the memorable conversations had in Green Bay last week. Full conversation (walk and talk) with Green Bay Packers CB Carrington Valentine. NFL Executive Vice President and Wisconsin native Jeff Miller joins to discuss cheese curds, the NFL Draft in his home state, and different league discussions and concerns. Finally, comedian and actor Steve Rannazzisi of FX's The League joins to discuss his New York Giants, life after a huge show, and comedy.

Apr 29, 202548 min

Ep. 246 Recapping the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay + Milwaukee Bucks Done!?

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn are back to their respective homes after a week in Green Bay for the 2025 NFL Draft. Reviewing the Damian Lillard injury and the 3-1 deficit for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Playoffs. What to make of an uncertain future for Milwaukee. Recapping the NFL Draft and all the festivities in Green Bay. The Packers drafted two WRs in the first three rounds, making a statement about the future of the Packers offense. Strouf thinks the Packers should serious...

Apr 28, 20251 hr

Ep. 242 Jason Wilde Joins + What Packers Position Group Needs To Take A Jump?

Day 2 of Alex Strouf LIVE from Green Bay ahead of the NFL Draft. Before he gets to the draft, Damian Lillard is back tonight for game two against the Pacers! What is happening with Jaire Alexander and the Green Bay Packers? Which position group needs to make the biggest jump next season? Jason Wilde joins the show. What We Learned, presented by Door County Distillery.

Apr 22, 20251 hr 32 min

Ep. 241 LIVE From Green Bay + Comparing Draft Comps

Alex Strouf is LIVE from Green Bay ahead of the NFL Draft. Are the Packers actually drafting a WR in the 1st round? Strouf has some historical draft comps that he wants to share. Jason Wilde joins the show. Reaction to Packers GM Brian Gutekunst speaking to the media. What We Learned, presented by Door County Distillery.

Apr 21, 20251 hr 28 min

Ep. 240 Are Green Bay Packers Drafting a WR in First Round of NFL Draft? + Will's Masters Update

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and "Tiny Hands" Hunter Vaughn continue previewing the NFL Draft as it is only 8 days away. Strouf is noticing a trend with Packers top 30 visits and what they are focusing on. He also has his 8 players that seem like realistic options for the Packers in the 1st round. The crew reacts to Will Sommers Masters Recap. They also play One Word.

Apr 16, 20251 hr 10 min

Ep. 239 10 Days Until NFL Draft! + Strouf Getting Distracted... Again

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn dive into the weekend that was as Rory McIlroy wins The Masters. Former top-10 NFL Draft pick Isaiah Simmons is visiting with the Green Bay Packers today as they look to bolster their defense in year two under Defensive Coordinator Jeff Hafley. Do you believe the Packers can have a top WR in 2025, whether they are on the roster or drafted? Previewing the NBA Playoffs as the #5 Milwaukee Bucks have a rematch with the #4 Indiana Pacers. Former Bucks HC...

Apr 14, 20251 hr 7 min

Ep. 237 Green Bay Packers TE Tucker Kraft Joins + An MLB Update

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Producer "Tiny Hands" Hunter Vaughn discuss the upcoming NFL Draft as Strouf has uncovered some interesting numbers about the Green Bay Packers in the Draft. Joshy gets your ready and tells you what you need to know about the NFL Draft. Strouf's lack of athleticism bites him in the butt again. Will Sommers has his official tryout as the Mr. Irrelevant MLB Correspondent. What We Learned.

Apr 09, 202558 min

Ep. 236 Green Bay Packers NFL Draft Preparations Continue! + A 1st Round WR?

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn dive into the mysterious case of Jaire Alexander and if they have any expectations for the star CB and former first-round pick to be on the Packers roster in 2025. Will GM Brian Gutekunst be able to get any draft compensation for Alexander? Josh Albrecht of Visit Milwaukee joins to discuss all of the exciting happenings in Milwaukee around the 2025 NFL Draft. The Milwaukee Brewers might be back as Jackson Chourio and Salvatore Frelick lead the way ov...

Apr 07, 20251 hr 8 min

Ep. 235 Green Bay Packers NFL Draft Wishes + Wet Socks

Alex Strouf, Hunter Vaughn and Will Sommers discuss the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft. Should the Green Bay Packers take a big swing and trade up? Cincinnati Bengals EDGE Trey Hendrickson is seemingly unhappy with his ongoing contract negotiations. Should the Packers be in on Hendrickson? Putting Mr. NBA to the test. Will applies to be the shows MLB Correspondent. Giannis Antetokounmpo went bonkers against the 76ers on Thursday. What We Learned.

Apr 04, 202552 min

Ep. 234 Biggest Worries for Green Bay Packers in 2025!? + Have The Packers Been Urgent in FA?

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Hunter Vaughn discuss Green Bay Packers HC Matt LaFleur and GM Brian Gutekunst's comments at the NFL Owners Meetings in Florida. Brian Gutekunst addressed his "urgency" claim in January. Matt LaFleur discusses the Wide Receiver position and the Packers approach heading into 2025. What's your biggest worry heading into 2025? One Word Wednesday. The Milwaukee Brewers FINALLY got a win! What We Learned.

Apr 02, 20251 hr 3 min

Tuesday Quickie: Tush Push Nonsense

Alex Strouf dives into the nonsense that is the Tush Push potential ban. Hearing from Green Bay Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur and other head coaches on the issue.

Apr 01, 20257 min
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