Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

This week on Blue 58, a front office star is staying in Green Bay, the rookies are finally at work, and we’re putting to bed some nagging questions from our time as football fans. 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 lock up a former first round pick, try to trade a former fifth round pick, and get a third round pick for a guy who’s not around any more. Then, we talk with Tex Western of Acme Packing Company and check in on all of this year’s draft picks. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Blue 58, we talk about Milwaukee Journal Sentinel writer Bob McGinn's thoughts on Ted Thompson, the Packers 2017 schedule, and the biggest draft bust in Packers history. Plus, we talk with Doug Russell of 620 WTMJ. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Blue 58, we look back on the career of A.J. Hawk, discuss a player who helped the Packers without even playing a single down, and talk about our needs, wants, and dreams for the Packers draft. 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.

This week on Blue 58, we skate to one song, and one song only: predicting what the Packers will do in the NFL Draft. 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 are somehow still making moves in free agency, a controversial running back visits Green Bay, and we check in on some multi-sport stars from the dark ages of Packers football. Plus, Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy explain why the most important draft pick in Packers history was anything but a sure thing. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted o...

This week on Blue 58, Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy speculate on who could be starting at right guard for the Packers next season, figure out if the wave of free agents signed this offseason signal a new direction for the team, and get a look at the final price tag on a couple Packers free agents. Plus, it’s time to open up and share some feelings. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-...

A playoff hero leaves Green Bay for Oakland and two of the most productive running backs in league history are on the Packers’ radar. Neither are named Adrian Peterson. Plus, we finish up our season recap series with a look at the playoffs. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy analyze the latest Packers free agent signings and departures, including two athletic tight ends and a cornerback who started his career in Green Bay. Plus, what’s next for Ted Thompson and the front office in the offseason? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crazy things are happening in the world of free agency, and Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy are on top of it. In a special bonus episode, the guys break down the signing of Martellus Bennett, Nick Perry's new deal, and what to make of the departure of JC Tretter, Micah Hyde, and Julius Peppers. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Hosts Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy discuss an offhand comment by Aaron Rodgers about his contract, and whether the time is right to renegotiate. Cornerback Davon House is on the free agent market, is he a fit for the defense? Finally, we reach the conclusion of the regular season in our season recap series. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

On this week's episode of Blue 58, Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy venture deep into the darkest portion of the Packers' 2016 season. Plus, the guys talk about the Packers running back situation, visit with draft expert Tony Pauline, and get to the bottom of the NFL's compensatory pick formula. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy continue their journey through the 2015 season with a look at games five through eight. Is there any upsides to the Packers midseason stumbles? Plus, the guys dive into the franchise and transition tags, the Packers' low rankings on special teams, and trade rumors surrounding Eagles defensive end Connor Barwin. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hos...

One of the Packers best players is released, another is a free agent that hasn't heard a lick from the Packers and a third is going to get less money than they originally thought. Hosts Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy unpack the headlines and take a quick look back at the first four games of the Packers regular season. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast....

After eight straight postseason appearances and only one Super Bowl appearance, hosts Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy unpack whether the Packers are wasting Aaron Rodgers' prime. We cover the release of James Starks, celebrate Jordy Nelson's Comeback Player of the Year award, and break down a mock draft where Green Bay is selecting a tight end in the first round. Support this show http://supporter.ac...

There are some hard decisions ahead for the Packers this offseason. Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy start by breathing a sigh of relief that Eliot Wolf remained in Green Bay and wade through both sides of the "draft and develop" and "#FireDomCapers" debates. Then, the guys evaluate whether disappointing players this season for the Packers need to step up, ship out or if their bad season wasn't their...

The Packers season is at an end, so what happens now? Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy break down the Packers' untimely demise in Atlanta, Jordy Nelson's gutsy performance, and the future of Green Bay's eleven pending free agents. Plus, was A.J. Hawk actually a good draft pick? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Packers are off to Atlanta, and Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy are here to tell you all about it. But first, the guys break down the biggest play in Sunday's win over the Cowboys, discuss the possible return of Jordy Nelson, and take time to remember the ups and downs of Mason Crosby's career with the Packers before his clutch kicks in Dallas. Then, in the look ahead to the Falcons game, Jon and...

Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy celebrate the Packers win over the Giants, and talk about the potential loss of Jordy Nelson to a rib injury. Green Bay parts with DL Mike Pennel after two suspensions this season – will his loss impact the Packers chances? Geronimo Allison's September arrest finds its way into the news days before the biggest game of the year. Finally, the guys break down the NFC Divi...

Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy discuss Packers personnel executives Eliot Wolf and Brian Gutekunst's interviews with the 49ers for their open GM post [0:30]. Aaron Ripkowski had a big game against the Lions, and he probably has Ty Montgomery to thank [6:05]. Does it matter the Giants' wide receivers partied in Miami with Johnny Manziel [9:40]? We discuss Odell Beckham Jr.'s first postseason appearan...

Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy discuss Jordy Nelson’s performance against the Vikings last week and whether the defense truly went against coach Mike Zimmer’s wishes [00:45]. We reflect back on just how dominant Bart Starr was during his legendary career [06:40] and break down the many scenarios on how Green Bay can make the playoffs [10:30]. Is Rodgers’ “run the table” comment the best soundbite in...

Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy celebrate Aaron Rodgers' clutch heroics against the Bears [00:24] and dish on the Packers' representatives in the Pro Bowl [04:06]. There's a crazy scenario involving seven different NFL games that ends with the Packers clinching a playoff spot [06:30], and the guys break down Ty Montgomery's emergence as a running back [12:04]. Support this show http://supporter.acast...

Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy dig deep on this year's MVP race and talk about what Aaron Rodgers has to do to collect his third award. Jon thinks there's five legitimate candidates, Rodgers included. Does Gary agree? Plus, the guys touch on how Mike McCarthy has managed the injuries to his star quarterback [00:20], what kind of contributions the team has gotten from this year's rookie class [05:10]...

Jon Meerdink and Gary Zilavy discuss Jordy Nelson's monster game against the Texans. Is he a favorite to win Comeback Player of the Year [00:40]? With Green Bay's season in the balance, the rival Seahawks come to town without All Pro safety Earl Thomas [16:50]. Gary dissects teams who finished the season on a six game winning streak [21:50], and Jon talks about the 11 upcoming Packers free agents...

Defensive mastermind Mike Zimmer will try to contain Aaron Rodgers, and we'll talk about how he's done it in the past on this week's episode of Blue 58. Plus, an examination of David Bakhtiari's contact, what happens to the Packers' secondary if Sam Shields can't play, and what to make of those Color Rush uniforms. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...