Packernet Podcast: Green Bay Packers

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A staunch Matt Lafleur defender hits the breaking point. After years of pushing back against emotional fan reactions and demands to fire the coach, the evidence from Saturday's playoff collapse against Chicago has become impossible to ignore. This episode examines what happens when analytical thinking meets undeniable reality. The discussion explores the psychological concept of "need for cognitive closure"—why fans rush to definitive answers—while acknowledging that sometimes the stopped clock is finally right. From Bill Huber's scathing Sports Illustrated piece to James Jones admitting "his seat just got real hot," the media consensus has shifted dramatically. Former players are calling out the team's lack of heart, effort, and basic football fundamentals in the biggest moments. The contrast with Ben Johnson's Bears—a team with inferior talent but superior belief—raises uncomfortable questions about culture, motivation, and what exactly is missing in Green Bay. With Ed Policy watching the meltdown from t

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The Packers season ended in the most gut-wrenching way imaginable. After dominating the Bears in the first half and building what looked like an insurmountable lead, Green Bay collapsed in historic fashion, surrendering 25 points in the fourth quarter to lose their playoff game to their most hated rival. In this raw, emotional reaction, we break down everything that went wrong: the offensive line's complete meltdown with Rasheed Walker's disastrous performance, Brandon McManus missing seven points worth of kicks, and a defense that appeared to simply stop trying in the fourth quarter. We ask the hard questions about Matt LaFleur's future extension, Jeff Hafley's potential departure, and whether this team has a fundamental problem that goes beyond talent. This marks five consecutive losses to end the season, and not a single win since losing Micah Parsons and Zach Tom to injury. Looking ahead, we discuss what the offseason holds, including draft coverage, roster evaluations, and the painful work of figuring

Packers Total Access Hour 2 : WILDCARD POSTGAME SHOW! Packers vs Bears

Packers Total Access Hour 1 : WILDCARD POSTGAME SHOW! Packers vs Bears 

Packers Total Access : WILDCARD PREGAME SHOW! Packers vs Bears

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It's officially game day, and this might be the most important statement game of the Jordan Love era. With John Eric Sullivan already hired away to Miami as their new GM, the coaching carousel is spinning fast—and Jeff Hafley could be next with three teams requesting interviews. But forget the distractions. This episode is about identity, legacy, and reminding the Chicago Bears exactly where they stand. The Packers haven't just made the playoffs—they've done it because that's who they are. Title Town. Meanwhile, the Bears? They're visitors here. Their division title is nice, but history shows these windows close fast. Just ask the 2022 Vikings or the 2024 Lions. Ryan breaks down why this team needs to send a message—not just win, but dominate in convincing fashion like they did in Dallas last year. Also covered: Dentavian Wicks ruled out with a concussion, the completely fabricated weather hysteria being spread online (spoiler: it's going to be 32 degrees with minimal wind), and a deep dive into the offici

The phones are ringing off the hook and the anticipation is at a fever pitch as Packernet After Dark breaks down the most significant Bears-Packers playoff matchup since 2010. With Ben Johnson's now-infamous "here we play football" comment echoing through the fanbase, callers are fired up and ready to see the Pack put Chicago in its place on Wild Card Weekend. The energy from Packer nation is electric as fans call in to discuss the health advantage after a week of rest, Nathaniel Hackett's return to the facility and what it means for the red zone struggles, and whether this game defines the legacies of both Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur. One caller delivers an impassioned plea to stop the negativity and just enjoy the ride, while another warns that the Packers may have created a confident monster in Caleb Williams after letting him off the hook in Week 18. Plus, a heartwarming story about a listener's wife becoming a devoted fan of the show. If you want to be part of the conversation, call in at 608-501-071

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The Packers are heading to the playoffs, and this time the Bears are bringing everybody. Ryan dives deep into the complete injury landscape for Saturday's Wild Card showdown, revealing that for the first time all season, Chicago will have both Roma Odunze AND Keenan Allen—wait, Luther Burden—on the field against Green Bay simultaneously. But before breaking down the matchups, there's a bizarre curveball to address: reports claiming the Packers reached out to John Harbaugh's camp. What does that mean for Matt LaFleur? Ryan examines the strange speculation and tries to make sense of it all. The episode features an exhaustive position-by-position comparison of both rosters across all three 2024 matchups. Key revelations include Jordan Love's stunning 89.3 passing grade this season, the concerning offensive line situation with Zach Tom listed as a game-time decision, and whether guys like Baron Sorrell and Devonte Wyatt's absence will impact the defensive line rotation. Ryan also highlights the overlooked sto

The playoffs are here and the nerves are hitting hard. With the Packers heading to Chicago for a wildcard matchup that Vegas calls a coin flip, callers flood the lines to share their anxiety, their hot takes, and their demands for this roster to step up when it matters most. Paul from Missouri drops a fascinating theory about why the run blocking looks elite with backup quarterbacks but mediocre with Love under center—and it all comes down to offensive linemen knowing a run play is actually a run play. Jason from Cali calls in desperate for hype, admitting he can't stop thinking about Saturday's game. Chris from Alabama brings the fire, declaring this team should win and reminding everyone that playoff time means every record resets to 0-0. The conversation gets heated around Rashaan Gary's future—is a post-June 1 cut inevitable, or will the Packers force a pay cut? Ben Johnson's bravado gets roasted as pure insecurity dressed up as confidence. And the bottom line emerges: Jordan Love is a $55 million quar

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The NFL coaching carousel is spinning wildly, but one glaring absence stands out—no Green Bay Packers names on anyone's interview list. What does that say about our offensive staff? Ryan breaks down all the major coaching moves including John Harbaugh's shocking departure from Baltimore, the Giants going all-in to land him, and why the Packers' lack of coaching buzz should concern fans. Plus, the full injury report breakdown for Saturday's Bears matchup, weather conditions at Soldier Field, and Matt LaFleur's press conference highlights including the definitive answer on Jordan Morgan's position. The episode also covers a significant organizational restructuring that could change how the Packers operate—moving away from Mark Murphy's "silos" approach to a traditional GM-over-coach structure under new president Erich Polian. And for draft enthusiasts, early scouting on two intriguing center prospects: Iowa's Logan Jones (an athletic freak on Bruce Feldman's list) and Alabama's Parker Brailsford. Calls from

The playoffs are here, and the emotions are running high as we break down everything heading into Wild Card Weekend against the Bears. Ryan admits he's sitting just below 50% confidence on the Packers pulling off the win, but the callers aren't backing down from their predictions of a Chicago beatdown. Speculation on Jeff Hafley's future and whether Raheem Morris could be a potential DC replacement Breaking down why knocking the Bears out would take the sting out of any subsequent playoff loss Aaron Rodgers sideline flashbacks during the Steelers-Ravens thriller and why it felt good to root for him again The bizarre Eagles decision to rest starters and hand away the two seed Brian Gutekunst's aggressive free agency approach versus Ted Thompson's draft-only philosophy Seahawks loom as a terrifying potential second-round opponent with the league's top-ranked defense The crew digs into whether Jordan Love can tap into that championship mentality, why the Packers offense should feast on Chicago's struggling d

Packers Total Access : Josh Jacobs Is Healthy! + Jeff Hafley Gives An Update On Trevon Diggs