Packernet Podcast: Green Bay Packers

Big Sal is fired up that the Packers' season could sink in September if year-four Lucas Van Ness and the unproven depth behind him can't replace Micah Parsons on the edge for the first five to eight weeks. - Micah's ACL injury leaves the best rusher the Packers paid two firsts and Kenny Clark for on the sideline - Van Ness has the tools and the fifth-year option, but potential must become production this year - Baron Surrell and rookie Danny Dennis Sutton will get meaningful early snaps; pass rush can turn nobodies into stars fast - You can hide a shaky corner with pressure, but you can't hide anything when the QB has four seconds Hit subscribe, drop a review, and tell a fellow cheesehead where to find the show. It keeps this thing rolling. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Ryan breaks down the Lions' massive cornerback and safety problems with Terry and Arnold likely out and Kirby Joseph coming off a fluke season. Also covers Tucker Kraft's upcoming contract in light of Kyle Pitts' deal and addresses a misleading report about his injury status. Plus a preview of tomorrow's discussion on pace of play.

Big Sal gets sent to the corner but turns punishment into a party on Tundra FM. He fires up anthems torching the entire NFC North with original tracks aimed at the Vikings, Bears, and Lions. - Big Sal walks down the division with "Suck It" aimed at all rivals - "The Bears Still Suck" delivers a 100-year weather report on Chicago's futility - Jared Goff gets exposed as a "Lamb in a Lion Skin" in the cold - Sammy Hagar tribute "No Rings" roasts the Vikings' four Super Bowl trips with zero hardware Keep it loud, keep it green and gold. The North belongs to us. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to another unfiltered night on Packernet After Dark. Fans are fired up as one caller drops a controversial bomb: the Packers themselves are partly responsible for all the Caleb Williams hype after that playoff choke and onside kick disaster. Ryan doesn't hold back, calling out the "luckiest streak in the world" and demanding the Packers embarrass Chicago early to shut it down for good. Plus, backup QB debates, tight end contract talk, and classic After Dark banter. Key Discussion Points Caleb Williams & Bears Talk: Garrett from Southern Illinois argues the Packers' collapse gave Chicago momentum they never had against Favre or Rodgers — Ryan fires back that it was a choking dog-crap Packers team that still dominated most of the game. Backup Quarterback Reality Check: A caller pushes for more discussion on Drones and McCord; Ryan explains why Tarod Taylor is locked in as the clear #2 with the others as developmental/practice squad guys until proven otherwise. Tight End Market & Kraft Extension: Bruce breaks down the new tight end deals (Pitts money) and what it means for Tucker Kraft in a heavy 12-personnel offense. Other Fan Calls: Non-padded practice value, Ben Johnson hot dog jokes, Micah Parsons injury timing, PFF grading quirks, and roasting NFL offseason "losers" lists that include the Packers. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. Tell me your thoughts on this one — should the Packers put the Bears talk to bed immediately? Drop your hottest takes in the comments. New callers always go to the front of the line at 608-501-0718. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Support the Show & Explore My Projects Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app

Tundra FM brings the preseason heat with songs about August panic, cold Lambo nights, and love for Matt LaFleur. It's only preseason.

Big Sal is fired up in the recliner as he breaks down Tom Brady's massive praise for Aaron Rodgers. The seven-time champion and longtime rival went on record calling Rodgers the greatest pure passer he's ever seen — and Big Sal explains exactly why that hits different coming from the man who beat him on the field. Brady's rare respect for Rodgers' unmatched off-platform throws and anticipation The "one special tool in the toolbox" analogy that perfectly captures Rodgers' unique gift Reflections on the 2011 MVP season and those jaw-dropping throws that made Lambeau magic Why this validation from a rival means more than stats or rings ever could This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you're a Packers fan who lived through the Rodgers era, this one will hit you right in the feels. Smash that subscribe button, drop a five-star review if it fired you up, and share it with the rings-only guy in your group chat. Go Pack Go! To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast

In this jam-packed episode of the Packernet Podcast, we kick things off with some real talk on the shocking news surrounding NFL Draft guru Matt Miller's life-saving recovery after a serious car accident, a quick take on the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade from the Bucks, the Packers' new football analytics engineer hire, and the full 2027 training camp schedule release. Then we dive deep into a 2027 mock draft loaded with value picks to address key needs. Key Discussion Points NFC North WR Duo Rankings: Breaking down the latest top wide receiver pairings, why the Vikings feel too high (especially on Jordan Addison), skepticism around the Bears, and what it means for the Packers' own group. 2027 Mock Draft Highlights: Selecting LB Kingston Viliamu-Asa (Notre Dame) in the second, CB Chris Peel (Syracuse) later, dominating the fourth round with versatile OL Greg Johnson (Minnesota), RB Nate Frazier (Georgia), OT Elijah Page (USC), TE Lawson Lucky (Georgia), and more defensive line help. Team Needs & Strategy: Stockpiling 11 picks, focusing on corner, defensive tackle, interior OL, running back, and depth at tight end and tackle. Training Camp Outlook: Fewer padded practices for injury management, three-day blocks, and what it means for player availability heading into the season. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. Call to Action What do you think of this 2027 mock draft direction? Are the Packers set up to dominate the middle rounds again, or do we need to target different positions early? Drop your takes in the comments — I want to hear from you, Pack Nation. Subscribe, leave a review, and stay locked in for more daily Packers content. Advertising Contact To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Support the Show & Explore My Projects Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app Thanks for listening — go Pack Go!

Join Ryan on this Packernet Podcast call-in episode as fans dive deep into the latest Packers buzz heading into the season. Callers break down the promising safety group featuring McKinney, Bullard, and Anderson as a potential defensive anchor, while discussing how the unit could limit opponents and set up big offensive outbursts. The conversation heats up around Micah Parsons' injury recovery timeline, with realistic expectations for his return and what it means for the pass rush. Strong safety play as a defensive "bottleneck" and historical Super Bowl impact Jordan Love's aggressive downfield passing style vs. narratives about conservative play-calling Caleb Williams regression risks, sustainability concerns, and Bears hype reality check Offensive line questions, UDFA standouts, and Gutekunst's draft strategy insights This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you're loving these call-in discussions and Packers analysis, make sure to subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and review, and share your thoughts on social media with #Packernet #GoPackGo. Tune in tomorrow for more draft talk and season previews as we get closer to kickoff! To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast

Big Sal is fired up about the upcoming Packers Hall of Fame induction for Tramon Williams and Earl Dotson. These aren't the flashy stars chasing headlines—they're the quiet workers who showed up, did the job, and made everyone around them better year after year. - Tramon's ball skills and route-jumping instincts over 10 seasons in Green Bay - Earl Dotson's blue-collar work protecting the pocket without complaint for a full decade - Why the Hall should honor players who treated Green Bay like home, not a stepping stone If you love the raw truth about the Green Bay Packers, hit that subscribe button and smash that 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Do not be a lazy donkey. Help us grow the loudest corner of the internet for the green and gold. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Ryan examines the Packers' defensive future from a 2027 perspective, focusing on Devante Wyatt's contract situation, interior depth, edge rushers including Micah Parsons and Brenton Cox, and upcoming linebacker decisions.

Brick Lombardi fires up the board on Tundra FM for a four-track night of original music dissecting Packer Nation's rumor mill, self-inflicted wounds, and contract-year redemption arcs. - Smoke Without Fire traces how one whisper becomes gospel without a single confirmation - Lambos Nightmare channels the rage and division when the fanbase turns on itself after losses - Smack That drops an infectious anthem for sixth-round kicker Trey Smack - Mission 88 delivers a gritty grunge mission briefing for Luke Musgrave in his final Packers season Tune in, turn it up, and remember why we keep marching. Subscribe for more Tundra FM drops and hit the links below to support the network. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Big Sal is fired up after CBS Sports ranked the Packers' trade for Micah Parsons as the third-greatest in NFL history. He breaks down why the deal from Dallas stands out, Parsons' insane sack numbers, and takes the long view on the Week 15 ACL injury. • CBS Sports puts Green Bay's Parsons acquisition at #3 all-time • Jerry Jones had him and got cute instead of paying • Parsons: 12+ sacks in each of his first five seasons since 1982 • Addressing the knee: 86% ACL recovery rate and Parsons locked up through 2029 If this rant fired you up, hit subscribe, drop a five-star review, and send it to that Cowboys fan in your life who needs to hear it. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

PAD: Uncle Rice is Off the Rails

Ryan dives into a forward-looking analysis of the Packers roster heading into 2027, examining contracts, potential extensions, and position battles that will shape the team's future. Key discussion points: - Quarterback stability with Jordan Love's rising cap hit and QB2 options - Tight end room led by Tucker Craft with Musgrave and Wiley in contract years - Running back situation featuring Josh Jacobs' uncertain future and Marshawn Lloyd's role - Wide receiver depth locked in long-term with minimal 2027 needs - Offensive line focus on Jordan Morgan's development at left tackle alongside Zach Tom Subscribe for more in-depth Packers analysis and join the conversation on future roster moves. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Brick spins a German industrial banger about the Packers' comeback in Pittsburgh, followed by a power ballad defending Jordan Love's consistency with receipts and a guitar solo. The night closes with a hip-hop tribute to basement stat nerds and a trench-warfare anthem for a dominant edge rusher. Late-night Packer music for the sleepless faithful.  

Pack Nation, Big Sal is breaking down the single biggest question mark on the entire Green Bay Packers roster: Aaron Banks and his $77 million contract. After a injury-plagued first year where he played just 57% of snaps and battled back, ankle, groin, and knee issues, 2026 is the ultimate prove-it season for the veteran guard. Banks' early-season struggles vs. his late-season dominance, including a standout Wild Card performance against the Bears The massive dead money implications ($36+ million) and why the Packers are all-in with no escape hatch How one healthy, consistent season from #65 could transform the offensive line, protect Jordan Love, and unlock the entire offense for Josh Jacobs and the passing game The high-stakes gamble of premium free agent money and what it means for Love's prime years This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you love this raw, in-depth football talk that the national guys won't touch, smash that subscribe button right now, leave a 5-star review, and tell them Big Sal sent you. It keeps the Packernet machine rolling. What's your take on Banks in 2026? Drop it in the comments. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast  

SHOW FORMAT: Packernet After Dark TITLE OPTIONS: Emotional Titles: Packernet After Dark: The Streaming War That Could Break Packers Fans' Hearts Packernet After Dark: Why This NFL Money Grab Has Us All Worried Packernet After Dark: Be Careful What You Wish For, Packer Nation Controversial Titles: Packernet After Dark: Caleb Williams Is a Non-Operable QB the Second He Gets Hit Packernet After Dark: You're Not a Victim Because You Won't Buy Netflix Packernet After Dark: The Government Will NOT Fix the NFL Streaming Mess Question-Based Titles: Packernet After Dark: Is Caleb Williams Done the Moment Pressure Hits Him? Packernet After Dark: Is Scott Fitzgerald Doing Murdoch's Dirty Work? Packernet After Dark: Who Really Benefits From the NFL Broadcast Fight? Descriptive Titles: Packernet After Dark: Caleb Williams Pressure Data, Broadcast Rights & Streaming Chaos Packernet After Dark: Hashmarks.io Breakdown, Fitzgerald Theories & NFL Greed Packernet After Dark: Bears QB Film, Antitrust Drama & Vote With Your Dollars DESCRIPTION: The phone lines are open and the takes are flying. This edition of Packernet After Dark dives into a Caleb Williams pressure breakdown, the NFL broadcast rights controversy stirring up Packer Nation, and whether Washington has any business meddling in football at all. Pack Daddy and the callers go deep — and they don't hold back.

Brick Lombardi welcomes listeners to Tundra FM with a set of cold, heavy tracks evoking the frozen tundra. The show sinks into icy atmospheres and territorial rivalries without any corporate interference. - Green Light Drowning pulls listeners under the ice with beautiful, heavy green imagery and cold water motifs - Frozen Warfare delivers four minutes of Packers territorial bragging over Vikings on November 23rd, complete with historical stats and Lambeau dominance - Green Bay Blues turns a tough Cleveland loss into a soulful Hammond organ plea for hope and resilience - Man in the Feed rants against manufactured media noise, urging fans to trust their own eyes over hot takes Keep the dial right here for more late-night reflections from the frozen north. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Big Sal is fired up about the Rams going all-in on their defense by trading away a mountain of draft picks for Myles Garrett and a corner, mortgaging their next four years. Meanwhile, the Packers are getting Micah Parsons back from ACL by mid-season, Tucker Kraft ready for camp, and Zack Tom anchoring the line — all without giving up a single asset. - Rams traded multiple firsts, seconds, and players like Jared Verse to build a contender for one year - Micah Parsons had 12.5 sacks in 14 games last season before injury; due back by October - Tucker Kraft was playing like the best tight end in football before his ACL tear - Zack Tom is the unsung foundation of the Packers' offensive line Hit subscribe, leave a review, and share this with the donkey in your group chat who thinks the Rams already won the Super Bowl in June. We do this every single day and we do it for you. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Ryan dismantles the narrative that Matt LaFleur is holding Jordan Love back by examining pass attempt volume. Carson Caldwell's tweet sparked debate, but the numbers show nearly identical pass play rates between Love and Matthew Stafford once injuries and snap counts are accounted for. - Breakdown of 485 vs 716 pass attempts and why volume explains the gap - Actual dropback percentages: 56.4% for Love vs 56.7% for Stafford - Impact of missed games, playoffs, and league-wide run/pass balance - Why fans twist stats to fit the anti-LaFleur story Subscribe and leave a review if you value data over narratives. Check out the advanced NFL stats site mentioned: hashmarks.io. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/ Files

Tundra FM with Brick Lombardi featuring original tracks on Don Hudson, a Vikings rivalry anthem, Packers loyalty, and playoff probability math.  

Big Sal celebrates episode 100 with Packernet Nation and makes a bold prophecy: the Green Bay Packers are winning the Super Bowl in 2026. Key discussion points: - Thanks listeners for 100 episodes and shares heartfelt message from him and Darlene - Recaps 2025 season: 9-8-1 record and wild card loss to the Bears - Highlights Micah Parsons returning from ACL injury and Lucas Van Ness emerging as a force - Praises Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur as a top tandem entering year four - Breakdown of offensive weapons including Tucker Craft, Christian Watson, Jayden Reed - Tough early schedule but predicts the Packers will be standing in February If this show is a major letch, yell at your truck radio, subscribe, leave a review, and tell one friend. That's how the next hundred happens. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Former Packers kicker Ryan Longwell is helping rookie Trace Smack adjust to Lambeau Field's unique challenges. Callers discuss the kicking situation, Jacob's ongoing investigation, a Rich Eisen meltdown on wide receiver contracts, and whether Jordan Love should take a team-friendly deal. - Ryan Longwell advising Smack on Lambeau's kicking nuances - Jacob's legal situation remains unresolved with active investigation - TJ vents about Rich Eisen's inconsistent analysis and fanbase stupidity - Omar admits he was wrong on Greg Jennings and shares draft regrets - Discussion on Aaron Rodgers' contract and the victim narrative - Beer Cheese and Batman on Packers' reload philosophy vs. full rebuilds If you're tired of hot takes and want real Packers talk, subscribe and join the conversation on the next After Dark. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Big Sal is done knocking on wood. After two years of heartbreak, Marshawn Lloyd finally got to the bottom of his endless injuries—an undiagnosed college ACL tear that had his body compensating for six years. The Packers' explosive third-round back is healthy for the first time, earning the nickname 'Yeet Cannon' from the coaches, and could be the difference-maker if Josh Jacobs misses time. - Lloyd flew to elite performance doctor John Meyer in El Segundo and fixed the weak quad and compensation patterns that caused every previous hamstring, hip, and ankle issue. - With only six career carries, the speed demon is the fastest, quickest back on the roster and did a backflip at the charity softball game. - Training camp opens July 29th and Sal is choosing to believe the motor stays running this time. Hit that subscribe button and leave a five-star review if the Yeet Cannon makes you a believer. If he goes down in Week 1, come back and roast Sal—he'll deserve it. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Ryan discusses the launch of hashmarks.io, his new AI-powered NFL stats site that delivers real data and charts instead of hallucinations. He then dives deep into the ongoing congressional hearings around the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961, the antitrust exemption allowing collective bargaining for NFL broadcast rights, and the potential impact on the Green Bay Packers' viability. Features analysis of Rep. Scott Fitzgerald's comments and the Packers' response.  

The sun is high over Wisconsin as Brick fires up the vacuum tubes for another Tundra FM session. This episode brings the ancient martial art of hand-to-hand combat with 'Eight Limbs of War', followed by road trip anthems 'Green and Yellow Rush', a tribute to number 10 in 'Could You Be Love', and a fiery closer 'Zero'.  

Big Sal breaks down Congressman Fitzgerald's push to alter the Sports Broadcasting Act and why it threatens small-market teams like the Packers. From revenue sharing to the dangers of chipping away at foundational laws, this rant pulls no punches.  

Brick Lombardi fires up the vacuum tubes, dims the lights, and drags us deep into the shadows on this Tundra FM edition of Packernet After Dark. The draft told some of these men they weren't the answer. Four rounds of silence, cold stares, and closed gates. They didn't break. They kept the receipts, stepped on the grass, and decided every franchise that passed would pay in full. We break down the raw grind of the player who was named twice and denied twice, now leaving 17 sacks and 25 tackles for loss in his wake. Then it's Baron Sorrell season — the golden-yellow stalker off the edge who turns offensive linemen into statues and quarterbacks into prey with bad intentions and lightning speed. The Hunter rises next, the monster who lurks in the backfield, brings psychological war, and leaves no mercy or trace when he strikes. Finally we spotlight Matthew Golden's breakout, the longhorn who shook off the cold, the injuries, and the quiet year to rise above it all and make the Lambo sing. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If this late-night fire lit something in you, subscribe to Packernet After Dark, drop that rating and review, and join the conversation on socials. More Tundra FM sessions are loading. The machine does not stop. Go Pack Go. #TundraFM #Packers #PackernetAfterDark #NFL To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast

Let me tell you something, fact nation. Chicago's propaganda machine is selling Dylan Tieneman and Kobe Bryant as the next great safety duo. A rookie who's never played a snap and a converted corner in his 30s? That's not a duo, that's a first date. Meanwhile in Green Bay, Xavier McKinney and Evan Williams have already proven it on tape with two years of chemistry, All-Pro play, and a third guy waiting in the wings. We don't sell shiny boxes in Green Bay. We deal in execution. Enjoy the minicamp hype, Chicago. When the pads come on, you're sending a first date and we're sending a marriage.  

Some nights the winds sit close enough to touch. This Tundra FM session brings you four new tracks straight from the victory lap: Be My Couch, Escalade for Big Tony Belton, Stand in the Light for Jordan Love, and Broughtz on the grill. Smooth sounds for the true Packer faithful. Go Pack Go.  

Ryan opens with the tragic news of former 49ers pass rusher Alden Smith's sudden passing and reflects on his once-promising but derailed career. The show then dives into Packers-relevant NFL news, including the latest on Josh Sweat's situation with the Cardinals and why Green Bay's leverage may be improving. Jordan Love's elite statistical profile is highlighted with Sumer Sports EPA data showing him leading the league in man coverage efficiency and top-five in zone. The episode closes with a detailed breakdown of new kicker Trace Mac's transition challenges at Lambeau Field, featuring insights from Ryan Longwell on ball trajectory, hook vs. cut styles, and the unique demands of kicking in Green Bay.  

Ryan breaks down the latest wave of bad media analysis on the Packers' Christian Watson extension, the receiver room, and Matthew Golden's role. He dismantles the misconceptions about the deal's structure, guarantees, and what it actually means for Green Bay's plans.  

Brick Lombardi takes you deep into the heart of the Packers-Bears rivalry with 'Bullard of Broken Dreams,' a fiery 'Bear Season' rant, and a hilarious PSA about proper Lambo Field bathroom etiquette. Plus, a heartfelt tribute to the unsung hero with 'Last Pair of Boots' — 49 years of dedication behind the scenes. This is Tundra FM.  

Pack Nation, Ryan Longwell sat down and gave us the real truth about what it takes to kick at Lambeau Field. Not the stats, not the spreadsheets — the way the field actually breathes, the wind off the water, the feel that lives in your bones. Darlene put it plain the other night: some places you visit, but Lambeau is the kind you live with. You don't calculate the wind, you listen to what the field is telling you before you kick. That's the edge Green Bay still has, and Longwell is one of the last ones who can hand it down before it's gone. This is why we are not everybody else.

Backlogged NFL news including the ongoing Brandon Aiyuk mess with the 49ers, Pat McAfee's massive ESPN deal, Aaron Donald rumors, Vikings tackle situation, and the Bears potentially moving to Hammond, Indiana. Plus, early buzz around Jager Burton and why Packers fans should pump the brakes on the hype.  

Tundra FM brings the frozen vibes with four anthems for the faithful. Woohoo reminds us why we show up every week. Driver tells the story of the undrafted legend who became a Packers icon. Green Bay Thunder channels Jordan Love's electric play. And It's a Dry Cold proves the real owners are the ones freezing in the stands. Go Pack Go.

Pack nation, Brian Nearing is hanging it up after 49 years on the equipment staff. This ain't just some retirement announcement - this is the soul of the building walking out the door. He was there through every coach, every GM, every wave of players. In a league that treats culture like something you install with a spreadsheet, Brian Nearing was the guy who remembered it all. I got to thinking about Gary Pledge and his snow removal business, and how some people just show up no matter what. That's the same reason Brian stayed 49 years - because somebody had to make sure the equipment was right when the team came out of that tunnel. The real ones never need the spotlight. Green Bay will be fine because the kind of people who built this place are still here, still treating it like a promise. Go Pack Go.

In this episode of the Packernet Podcast, Ryan Schlipp breaks down the swirling rumors around cornerback Keisean Nixon and whether he'll play out the final year of his contract or push for a new deal. As the Packers wrap up mini camp and send most of the team home for the third week of OTAs, the conversation focuses on Keisean Nixon's leverage, the media frenzy that exploded from old comments, and what it all means for Green Bay's cornerback room heading into training camp. Key discussion points include: How a January quote and a recent Jason Willdy media clip on ESPN Milwaukee got twisted into "breaking news" about a potential holdout The clear parallels to Elton Jenkins' situation and why the Packers are unlikely to offer meaningful concessions to a near-30 corner with one year left Why Brian Gutekunst and the front office have little reason to change the structure they already built into Keisean Nixon's deal Practical advice for Keisean Nixon: show up, lead in the locker room, earn respect from teammates and coaches, and let the agent handle the business side without creating toxicity This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. Subscribe to the Packernet Podcast, leave a rating and review, and follow @Pack_Daddy on X for daily Packers analysis and updates as we count down to training camp. What do you think Keisean Nixon should do this offseason? Drop your thoughts below! To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast #Packers #KeiseanNixon #NFL #PackernetPodcast

Brick Lombardi opens the set with Brinson Macht Krieg, a war anthem built around Warren Brinson — calculated violence, target acquired, tackle sequence executed. The machine runs in green and gold, and quarterbacks are the ones who learn to heal. Then the temperature drops. Creeping 2 turns Lambeau into exactly what visiting teams fear: a frozen graveyard where Lombardi's ghost still walks the halls and every outsider eventually falls. Brick doesn't soften it — die by the frozen field, die by the cheesehead shield. The set turns toward what's coming with Destined, a straight declaration that Green Bay's moment has arrived, and closes with The Holy Right — a reminder that the scoreboard is just the receipt, the fight itself is the prize. Brick signs off the way he always does: you were never alone out there. Go Pack Go.

Let me tell you something, Packernation. Sitting here with my coffee hearing this nonsense about Keisean Nixon holding out and I almost spit across the room. June? We're still two months from pads popping and already floating this dog talk like it's serious. This ain't how we do business in Green Bay. You earn it between the lines. Tucker Kraft cleared with zero restrictions, only thing on his mind is week one. That's the standard. Green Bay doesn't negotiate with drama. No prima donnas here. If Nixon's even entertaining this, he's showing us exactly who he is. The money comes from beating the guy behind you so bad coaches have to play you. Holding out makes you look small. You either show up, shut your mouth and earn every dollar between the lines or watch somebody younger and hungrier take your spot. There is no middle ground.

Mandatory mini camp wraps up with Matt LaFleur announcing rookies only next week at OTAs. First training camp practice is July 29th. We break down Isaiah Nayer's journey from UDFA to Packers practice squad standout, his ridiculous athletic profile, and his path to the 53-man roster. Tucker Kraft updates his recovery timeline aiming for a full Week 1 return with no pitch count. Plus rookie Brandon C. Say on Jonathan Gannon's tough-love coaching in the DB room and why he thrives under it.  

Ryan and the After Dark crew react to the Christian Watson contract extension and dive deep into the endless Chicago Bears stadium saga. Callers break down why Caleb Williams looks a lot like Justin Fields 2.0, the Packers' young leadership core, and those team-friendly deals keeping the offense together. Plus, a little Indiana shuffle to close things out.