Alex Strouf, Jason Wilde and Gabe Neitzel open State of the Packers from Summerfest by debating Matt LaFleur’s fresh contract extension, the late-season collapse, and whether “finishing” is really something a team can practice. They weigh how much blame belongs to LaFleur versus Brian Gutekunst after injuries, offensive line issues and the Micah Parsons trade all shaped the 2025 ending. The guys then turn to Jordan Love, asking whether 2026 is the year he goes from good to great and starts elevating everyone around him. The hour also digs into Green Bay’s streamlined pass-catching group after extensions for Christian Watson and Jayden Reed, with Tucker Kraft expected to be next and defined roles replacing last year’s overcrowded receiver room. They close with the running backs, including Josh Jacobs’ uncertain offseason situation, Marshawn Lloyd’s mystery, and how much Chris Brooks can realistically handle.

Hour 2 starts with the biggest anxiety point on the roster: the Packers offensive line. The crew breaks down Jordan Morgan at left tackle, Sean Rhyan’s move to center, Zach Tom’s recovery, and the possibility that Jagger Burton could force another dreaded offensive line rotation. They also review the defensive front under new coordinator Jonathan Gannon, including Javon Hargrave, Devonte Wyatt, Chris McClellan and Carl Brooks. Then the conversation shifts to Micah Parsons’ injury timeline, why the Packers should not rush him back, and what Lucas Van Ness must prove while Parsons is out. The hour wraps by looking at the group of edge-rusher options behind Van Ness and setting up the linebacker discussion for the final hour.

The final hour opens with the linebackers, where Edgerrin Cooper needs to become a more consistent playmaker and Zaire Franklin is expected to fill a major role after Quay Walker’s departure. The guys then move to the secondary, praising the safety trio of Xavier McKinney, Evan Williams and Javon Bullard while raising serious questions about cornerback depth, Carrington Valentine’s tackling, and Keisean Nixon’s contract situation. Special teams also get a rapid-fire review, including new coordinator Cam Acor, the return game, and whether rookie kicker Trey Smack can be trusted in a championship-level season. The NFC North discussion looks at a division that remains crowded with competitive teams, including Detroit, Chicago and a fascinating Minnesota quarterback situation. To close the show, Strouf, Wilde and Gabe give their 2026 outlooks, agreeing the Packers have enough talent to be very good but still need Jordan Love, the offensive line, the defense and several young players to move from good to great.

Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame kicker Ryan Longwell joins Wilde and Tausch to provide analysis of rookie kicker Trey Smack after an up-and-down couple of weeks during the Packers offseason program.

ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to weigh in on a ranking of quarterbacks facing the most pressure to win a Super Bowl and quickly challenges the premise of the list itself. Schefter explains why Aaron Rodgers’ legacy is already secure and why offseason debates about quarterback pressure often miss the bigger picture. The conversation expands into coaching hot-seat discussions, with Schefter arguing that many of the names being discussed today will be completely different by the middle of the season. He also shares his perspective on evaluating NFL head coaches and why league-wide perception matters as much as recent results. It’s a wide-ranging NFL conversation packed with insight from one of the league’s top insiders.

Adam Schefter joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to discuss Micah Parsons’ recovery timeline and why the Packers star’s return is more complicated than a standard ACL rehab. Schefter explains why the Bears and Cowboys games appear to be the most realistic targets for Parsons’ comeback while stressing the importance of avoiding setbacks. He also shares the latest on Josh Sweat trade rumors, revealing that nothing appears imminent despite speculation connecting the pass rusher to Green Bay. Plus, Schefter weighs in on the possibility of Aaron Donald returning to the NFL and pushes back on reports that Russell Wilson has officially retired, arguing the veteran quarterback is still leaving the door open for a future return. The conversation wraps up with Schefter addressing the potential league implications surrounding Josh Jacobs’ legal situation.

ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter joined Jen, Gabe, and Chewy to discuss the serious legal situation involving Packers running back Josh Jacobs and how the NFL could respond moving forward. Schefter explained the potential role of the commissioner’s exempt list, the league’s domestic violence policy, and why the timing leaves Green Bay with difficult football decisions if Jacobs is unavailable. He also broke down possible running back options for the Packers while stressing the importance of letting the legal process play out. Later in the conversation, Schefter shifted gears to talk Knicks playoff excitement, major golf storylines surrounding Scottie Scheffler, and his upcoming trip to Caves Valley.

Pro Football Hall of Fame safety, Super Bowl champion, and Green Bay Packers legend LeRoy Butler joins Wilde and Tausch on-site at the Tellurian Celebrity Golf Tournament at Trappers Turn in Wisconsin Dells.

Green Bay Packers legends and Super Bowl champions Gilbert Brown and Santana Dotson join Wilde and Tausch on-site at the Tellurian Celebrity Golf Tournament at Trappers Turn in Wisconsin Dells.

Green Bay Packers Super Bowl champion offensive lineman and 2026 Packers Hall of Fame inductee Earl Dotson joins Wilde and Tausch on-site at the Tellurian Celebrity Golf Tournament at Trappers Turn in Wisconsin Dells.