Packers Talk

The offseason is here — and for the Green Bay Packers, this isn’t just about tweaking the roster… it’s about taking the next step toward Super Bowl contention. In this episode, we break down how Brian Gutekunst and the Packers can realistically address their biggest roster needs heading into the new season: defensive line, cornerback, offensive line, and tight end. This isn’t surface-level talk. We’re diving into roster construction, cap flexibility, draft strategy, and what kind of moves actually make sense for where this team is in its competitive window. The defensive line needs more disruption. The cornerback room needs stability and depth. The offensive line must protect the future and create consistency up front. And at tight end? The Packers need another reliable weapon who can elevate the passing game and give this offense matchup flexibility. Are we one strong draft class away? Does free agency need to be more aggressive this year? Or will this front office continue building methodically through the

In this episode of Packers Weekly, we dive headfirst into one of the most important storylines of the Packers’ offseason: cap casualties, free agent targets, and the uncertain future of Rashan Gary. With the salary cap tightening and roster decisions looming, the front office is once again facing tough calls that could reshape the team in a big way.We break down which Packers players could realistically become salary cap casualties, who might be restructured, and where Green Bay can free up money to stay competitive. The conversation naturally leads into potential free agent targets that could help fill key holes on the roster, especially as the team looks to balance long-term flexibility with short-term contention.One of the biggest talking points of the episode centers on Rashan Gary. Is his future in Green Bay secure, or could contract implications and performance concerns force the Packers into a difficult decision? We analyze Gary’s role in the defense, what his contract means for the cap, and how Matt L

Five hundred episodes ago, Packers Therapy started as a bad idea between friends who cared too much about a football team that refused to love them back.Five hundred episodes later… somehow we’re still here.Episode #500 is not a breakdown of a single game. It’s not a recap. It’s not even therapy in the traditional sense. It’s a reckoning. A season finale. A look in the mirror held up by two guys who have spent years saying the quiet parts out loud while the Packers repeatedly insisted everything was “fine.”Chris and Dave mark the milestone the only way Packers Therapy knows how: by taking stock of Season 21, the emotional cost of fandom, and what it actually means to care about a team that lives permanently on the edge of relevance, heartbreak, and self-inflicted chaos.They revisit the season arc — the hope, the collapse, the weird middle, the playoff humiliation, the stoicism phase — and zoom out to the bigger truth: this wasn’t just one season. This was a case study. In expectations. In coaching limitations

Green Bay Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst finally spoke, and there was a lot to unpack. On this episode of No Huddle Radio, we break down the biggest takeaways from Gutekunst’s season-ending press conference and what his comments tell us about the direction of the Packers heading into a pivotal offseason.From Jordan Love’s development and long-term outlook, to how the front office views the current roster, we analyze what Gutekunst said — and what he may have been careful not to say. How confident is the Packers’ brain trust in Love as the franchise quarterback? What does Gutekunst really think about the wide receiver room, the offensive line, and the team’s young core after another roller-coaster season?We also dive into the state of the defense and the looming questions surrounding the defensive coordinator position. Did Gutekunst hint at philosophical changes? Is patience still the plan, or is urgency finally creeping into the organization after another disappointing ending? Plus, we discuss what G

The Green Bay Packers are turning the page on defense, and this episode of Packers Weekly is all about the beginning of the Jonathan Gannon era. Head coach Matt LaFleur has officially handed the keys to Gannon as the new Defensive Coordinator, and the big question Packers fans are asking is simple: will this finally be the move that improves the defense? In this live podcast, we break down why LaFleur chose Gannon, what his defensive philosophy actually looks like, and how it could reshape the Packers’ identity on that side of the ball. From scheme versatility and situational aggression to communication, discipline, and adaptability, we dive into how Gannon’s approach compares to what Green Bay has tried in the past—and whether this hire signals real change or more of the same. We also discuss what this means for the current defensive personnel. Which players stand to benefit the most? How might the pass rush, secondary, and linebacker usage evolve under Gannon’s system? And perhaps most importantly, can this

Did the Green Bay Packers get it right with their latest defensive coordinator hire? In this episode of No Huddle Radio, we dive deep into head coach Matt LaFleur’s decision to bring in Jonathan Gannon to lead the Packers defense going forward — and whether this move truly puts the unit on the right track. After years of inconsistency, blown coverages, and postseason frustrations, the Packers are once again betting that a new voice, a new system, and a new philosophy can finally unlock the talent on this side of the ball.We break down Gannon’s defensive background, his schematic tendencies, and what his track record says about how aggressive — or conservative — this Packers defense might be in 2026 and beyond. Is Gannon the adaptable, modern defensive mind Green Bay needs, or is this another case of the Packers playing it safe instead of swinging big? We also discuss how much of this hire reflects on Matt LaFleur himself, and what it tells us about his vision for the team after recent playoff disappointments.

The Green Bay Packers didn’t make the splash hire.They made the intentional one.On this episode of Cheesehead Radio, the crew digs into Green Bay’s decision to hire Jonathan Gannon as defensive coordinator — a move that landed with all the subtlety of a snowblower on Packers Twitter. After a week of fan wish-casting, nostalgia lists, and Jim Leonhard fever dreams, the Packers went in the opposite direction: experience, familiarity, and a defensive philosophy Matt LaFleur clearly believes in.CD Angeli, Jersey Al, and Kelly Hodgson walk through why the reaction felt so visceral — and why comparing Gannon to past failures misses the larger point. This isn’t Joe Barry panic hiring. This is a head coach choosing control, continuity, and a system he trusts, even if it means disappointing fans who wanted something louder.The conversation moves beyond the résumé and into the reality of the roster. With injuries still looming, key defenders returning midseason, and a secondary built far more for zone than man, the que

The Green Bay Packers are once again betting on change — and this time, it’s on the defensive side of the ball. In this episode of our live Packers podcast, we break down head coach Matt LaFleur’s reported decision to bring in Jonathan Gannon as the new Defensive Coordinator, and what that hire could mean for a defense that has consistently underperformed expectations. From scheme fit to leadership style, we dig into whether Gannon is the right choice to finally stabilize a unit that has held this team back in big moments. Jonathan Gannon arrives in Green Bay with a reputation that sparks plenty of debate, and we don’t shy away from it. We analyze his previous stops, his defensive philosophy, and how his approach could mesh — or clash — with the Packers’ current roster. Is this the aggressive, adaptable defensive mind LaFleur needs to pair with his offense, or another risky swing that could leave fans frustrated by midseason? This conversation takes a hard look at LaFleur’s role in shaping the identity of thi

Kelly is out sick, so it’s just CD Angeli and Jersey Al this week—which means fewer bingo squares, more uninterrupted sarcasm, and a whole lot of honest Packers soul-searching.The Green Bay Packers officially chose continuity. Matt LaFleur is extended. Brian Gutekunst stays put. Russ Ball remains firmly in the spreadsheets. Ed Policy’s first major move as team president is… no move at all. And while the logic behind that decision can be explained, justified, and defended, CD and Al spend this episode asking the far more uncomfortable question: how does it actually feel?The guys dig into why Policy likely didn’t want to detonate the organizational structure less than a year into his tenure—and why that explanation doesn’t magically erase the sting of late-season collapses, embarrassing Bears moments, and a fan base split between “trust the process” and “how many times do we need to watch this movie?”From there, it’s time to tip the cap to Jeff Hafley, whose rapid rise from college head coach to NFL defensive s

With another Packers season in the books, attention quickly shifts to one of the most important offseason decisions Matt LaFleur will make: Who should be the next Defensive Coordinator in Green Bay? In this episode of No Huddle Radio, we take a deep dive into the candidates, philosophies, and risks surrounding the Packers’ search for a new leader on defense. The Packers’ defense once again failed to rise to the moment when it mattered most, putting added pressure on LaFleur to get this hire right. We examine what traits the next Defensive Coordinator must bring to the table—whether that’s aggressiveness, adaptability, player development, or simply the ability to make in-game adjustments that have been sorely lacking. From experienced NFL coordinators to rising assistants and potential outside-the-box hires, we break down who could realistically fit LaFleur’s vision and who should be at the top of the list. This conversation isn’t just about schemes or play-calling—it’s about trust, accountability, and whether

In this live podcast episode, we dive into one of the most confusing and emotionally charged moments of the Green Bay Packers’ offseason: the decision to re-hire and extend head coach Matt LaFleur alongside the departure of defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley. While the organization has chosen continuity at the top, many fans are left wondering whether this move represents stability—or hesitation to confront deeper issues. We break down what the LaFleur contract extension really means, why it feels far from a slam-dunk decision, and whether the Packers may be betting on comfort instead of accountability. LaFleur’s track record provides plenty of reasons for both belief and doubt. Yes, there have been wins and playoff appearances, but there have also been late-season collapses, questionable in-game decisions, and a growing sense that this team hasn’t fully evolved. In this episode, we wrestle with the uneasy question Packers fans are asking: is LaFleur still the coach to elevate this team, or has the organizatio

The Green Bay Packers’ season ends in brutal fashion, and now the biggest question facing the franchise is impossible to ignore: Is Matt LaFleur still the right head coach to lead this team forward? In this episode of No Huddle Radio, we dive headfirst into the Packers’ shocking playoff meltdown, breaking down what went wrong, why it keeps happening in January, and how much responsibility falls squarely on the head coach’s shoulders. Matt LaFleur’s regular-season success can’t be denied, but when the lights are brightest, the Packers continue to come up short. From questionable game plans to situational decisions that leave fans shaking their heads, this postseason collapse has reignited a passionate debate about LaFleur’s ceiling as a coach. Is this another painful learning experience—or a clear sign that Green Bay has plateaued under his leadership? We analyze LaFleur’s playoff track record, his ability (or inability) to adjust when things go sideways, and whether the Packers are wasting championship-level

The season is officially over — and yeah, this one is going to sting for a while.In Emptying The Bag ’25: Wild Card Edition, Chris Lempesis cracks open the final mailbag of the 2025 Packers season after Green Bay’s gut-punch, season-ending 31–27 loss to the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. A game the Packers should have won. A game they had won. And a game that somehow slipped away in the most familiar, frustrating way possible.This is a classic LempsTalkinPack mailbag episode — raw, long, cathartic, and fueled by listener questions from Twitter, BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, email, and everywhere in between. Lemps works through 22 listener submissions covering everything from Matt LaFleur’s future, Jordan Love’s ceiling, coaching accountability, playoff collapses, roster construction, fake Packers social-media nonsense, and whether this franchise is truly comfortable being “just good.”Along the way, Lemps reflects on the grind of the season itself — 36 shows in 140 days, the best season of the podcast so far,

The Packers didn’t just lose a playoff game in Chicago — they auditioned for a documentary called “How To Invent New Pain In 13 Minutes.” Up 21–3 at Soldier Field in January, Green Bay somehow watched the Bears hang 25 points in the fourth quarter like it was a charity drive… except the Packers were the donors and nobody asked.This episode of Cheesehead Radio is less “postgame recap” and more live-streamed funeral procession — complete with the hosts openly  asking where the St. James Infirmary dirge is, and admitting we have a long-standing hobby of letting teams “create history” against us. (Because why win normally when you can lose in a way that gets a commemorative plaque?)We unpack the real horror: the first half looked like LaFleur’s best play-calling on tape — creative, unpredictable, sharp. Then halftime hit and Green Bay came out running the offense like it had a court-ordered restraining order against adaptation: shotgun, predictable Jacobs runs into a wall of Bears, three-and-outs so fast the comm

The Green Bay Packers’ season ends in the most painful way possible: a playoff loss to the Chicago Bears. In this episode of Packers Weekly, we break down what went wrong in a “one and done” postseason exit and why this loss feels different than past playoff disappointments. Losing to any opponent in January hurts, but losing to the Bears — with everything that rivalry represents — forces serious questions about the direction of this franchise. We dive deep into the biggest issues exposed by this loss, from coaching decisions and in-game adjustments to roster construction and player development. Is this simply a bad matchup and a tough night, or is it a sign of deeper problems within the organization? Most importantly, what does this playoff collapse mean for head coach Matt LaFleur? After multiple postseason failures and now a season-ending loss to Chicago, is LaFleur officially on the hot seat, or does he deserve more runway to finish what he started? The discussion looks ahead to the future of the Packers:

This one isn’t loud.It’s worse than that.After a brutal, deflating playoff loss to the Bears, Chris and Dave arrive at a realization that no amount of screaming, coping, or “processing” can fix what just happened. So Packers Therapy is… temporarily suspended.Welcome to Packers Stoicism.In this episode, we examine the season-ending collapse not as an emotional event—but as a pattern. A familiar script. A recurring failure dressed up in new uniforms and new excuses. The Bears didn’t steal this game. The Packers handed it to them, calmly, methodically, and with the eerie predictability of a team that no longer knows how to close.Up 21–3. Perfect first half. Total control.And yet nobody—nobody—felt safe.Chris and Dave break down how this team continues to fold under pressure, why halftime adjustments remain theoretical, and why Matt LaFleur’s greatest strength—preparation—has become his greatest weakness when the game stops following the plan. This isn’t about one missed kick, one bad bounce, or one dirty hit. It

So… you know that feeling when you get dumped, then you get fired, then your dog dies, and then you look up and realize you still have to go to work tomorrow and smile at people? Yeah. That’s Sunday.Because the Green Bay Packers — YOUR Green Bay Packers — walked into Soldier Field with a 21–3 halftime lead in a playoff game against their biggest rival… and somehow walked out with a 31–27 season-ending loss that felt like getting stuffed into a locker by the Chicago Bears while their fans take turns yelling “SAME OLD PACKERS” into your soul.And no — before anyone tries it — this isn’t one of those “well, you know, injuries…” podcasts. Miss me with that completely. If you’re healthy enough to build a 21–3 lead, then you’re healthy enough to finish the damn game. San Francisco didn’t stop playing football because someone got dinged up. Neither did anybody else. This is the playoffs. Nobody’s handing out participation ribbons. And what Green Bay did in the second half was the exact opposite of playoff football.In

Get ready for one of the most electric matchups in NFL history as the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears renew their rivalry on the biggest stage — the playoffs. In this YouTube live episode of No Huddle Radio, we dive headfirst into a full Packers vs Bears playoff preview, breaking down what this moment means for Green Bay and why this rivalry suddenly feels as intense and meaningful as ever. The Bears are no longer just a familiar foe — they’re a legitimate postseason obstacle — and the Packers must be at their best to keep their Super Bowl hopes alive.This episode is packed with excitement, analysis, and passion as we focus on how the Packers can win this matchup. From Jordan Love’s command of the offense, to the importance of starting fast, winning in the trenches, and limiting Bears momentum, we outline the keys to a Packers victory. We also discuss coaching decisions, matchup advantages, and the mental edge Green Bay needs when facing a rival that knows them better than anyone. It’s a playoff atmospher

The Green Bay Packers are in the playoffs.How they got here? Let’s… not talk about that game in Minnesota.

Another Tuesday night, another bag ripped open—and this one is stuffed with Bears hate, Vikings apathy, playoff anxiety, and top-shelf Facebook bulls**t.Chris Lempesis is back with a brand-new edition of Emptying The Bag, answering everything he didn’t get to after the Packers wrapped up an essentially meaningless regular-season finale against Minnesota. And for once, Lemps doesn’t even bother with the usual “godd**n Vikings” routine—because honestly? That game just wasn’t important enough to earn it.Instead, the show opens with a heartfelt, nostalgia-drenched ode to BJ Raji—Packers legend, Bears killer, and certified folk hero—whose iconic pick-six in the 2011 NFC Championship Game still gives Lemps chills nearly 15 years later. From Raji’s disappearance into real-life Keyser Söze territory to vivid memories of that magical day at Soldier Field, Lemps reflects on what it means to be a Packer for life—and why that bond between legends and fans matters.From there, the mailbag officially reopens.Topics include: