Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast

Aaron Rodgers is having a great year. A career year, even. And it’s possible he’s in contention for his third NFL MVP. Where does the race stand right now?I think it’s likely he’s actually the frontrunner, no matter what the media might say.Donate to The Adrian Amos “I’m Still Here” Foundation: https://bit.ly/TPScharity2020Packers news and rumors (3:34)An old friend is back in Green Bay, and a current friend might be sticking around.Thoughts about college coaches in the NFL (9:12)We see fewer college head coaches jumping to the NFL. Why?Why Aaron Rodgers will be the 2020 MVP (17:24)Aaron Rodgers is making a case to be the 2020 NFL MVP. And it's a good one. Really good.SUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - $1 per month gets you access to Patreon-only content.Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. See acast.com/privacy for p

Your Green Bay Packers are NFC North champs and the top seed in the NFC playoffs by way of a win over the Detroit Lions. Sure, it was odd at times, but the Packers did what matters most. Let’s talk about it. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s always interesting when you get to play a team a second time. What’s changed? What’s the same? How have the two paths diverged since last time? That’s what we get this weekend when the Packers take on the Lions.Vote for the 2020 Blue 58 Charity Drive: https://thepowersweep.com/blog/what-charity-should-the-power-sweep-support-in-2020 Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers are cruising toward the playoffs, so how do they match up against their likely opponents? We’ll discuss, but first, we need to take on an important question: when is Robert Tonyan going to get paid.Practice squad, injured reserve, and more (1:57)The Packers have made a bevy of roster moves. Let’s get caught up.What does Robert Tonyan’s future hold? (6:31)Robert Tonyan has having a great year, so is a big payday in order? Not so fast.How scary are the Packers’ potential playoff matchups? (17:38)The playoffs are only a month away, and with everyone still jockeying for position, how do the Packers stack up against their likely opponents?SUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - $1 per month gets you access to Patreon-only content.Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out info

 It got interesting for a second, but the Packers ultimately took care of business against an overmatched Philadelphia Eagles team. In a part of the season where winning is all that matters, what does this do for the Packers? Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers welcome a team with a lot of strong points but a really strange quarterback situation to Lambeau Field. The Eagles could give the Packers a tough time, but how tough of a time will it be? Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s easy to find fault with the Packers, a team we’ve followed in detail for months now. But they’re playoff-bound and Super Bowl contenders, so what’s going well? That’s worth talking about, so let’s do it.Introducing Tavon Austin and Anthony Rush (00:45)The Packers have added two players to their roster this week. What should we know about Tavon Austin and Anthony Rush?Reacting to the NFL’s handling of COVID outbreaks (6:02)The NFL had an opportunity to deal with two COVID-affected games this week and handled them very differently. Why?What’s going well for the Packers? (13:28)It’s easy to point out the negative things going on with the Packers, but what’s going well?SUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - $1 per month gets you access to Patreon-only content.Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. See acast.com/privacy for

The Packers took the Bears apart, but what did we really learn about the team? Well, today I say who cares, because beating the Bears is awesome. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers finally get to face off against the Bears. What kind of team will they be meeting on Sunday? One that’s not all that different from some teams they’ve played in the recent past. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Everything the Packers do between now and the end of the season is about playoff positioning. How are things shaping up? A good listener question gives us a chance to take a look at exactly how.Then, some thoughts on 4th down play calling and Darrius Shepherd. Why is he on the roster, anyway?How will the trade deadline shape the Packers’ postseason positioning? (1:33)Failing to go “all-in” at the trade deadline might mean the Packers are in a less advantageous position for the postseason. Here’s how that could affect them.What’s the deal with the Packers’ 4th down play calling? (15:52)Another fourth and short, another mystifying call from Matt LaFleur. What gives?Why is Darrius Shepherd on the Packers? (22:20)Darrius Shepherd is getting lots of opportunities but has little to show for it. Why do the Packers continue to give him chances?SUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - $1 per month gets you access to Patreon-only content.Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.Leave us a

On a chilly day in Indianapolis, the Packers were unable to overcome a familiar opponent: the Green Bay Packers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers have a big test on Sunday and how they perform will say a lot about their playoff hopes. Will the Packers rise to the challenge or find themselves still searching for an identity? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers are 7-2 and prepping for the stretch run. As the current number one seed in the NFC, what should we be watching for as they get ready for the final push? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers made it way closer than it had to be against the Jaguars. What does this mean for their long-term goals? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers are about to play another game they should win. How do you prepare for that? And what can we know about the result before it’s even played? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers are halfway through their regular season schedule and it’s time to take stock of a few things. How are our predictions doing, what stats should we be watching, and what does everybody think the Packers will do between now and the end of December?Predictions it's time to look at predictions all the predictions (3:02)Are our predictions dumb and bad? Seems so.Stats, are they good? Well, the answer is some of them (10:31)I made some stats and hope you look at themListener questions (19:35)Will Fuller, the Packers defense, and Devin Funchess all make an appearance. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers got a win in San Francisco for what feels like the first time in forever. And despite the state of the 49ers, I feel like there were some things we actually did learn. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers are about ready to head back to the football field again, seemingly only hours after their loss to the Vikings. And what do we even make of this game? I’ll tell you … I don’t know. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It might sound like hyperbole, but Sunday's loss to the Vikings looks like institutional failure at every level. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Packers are starting their second run through the NFC North before they’ve even really finished their first one, hosting the Vikings for round two of their rivalry series this weekend. Is there any reason to be concerned? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.