Kyle & Brust

Ben Brust and Kyle Wallace unveiled their lists of the most important Packers not named Jordan Love or Micah Parsons heading into the 2026 season. Jordan Morgan, Edgerrin Cooper, Christian Watson, Tucker Kraft, and Lukas Van Ness were among the names highlighted as key pieces to Green Bay’s success. Jason Wilde joined the show to react to the lists and share his own choices, offering insight into the players who could define the Packers’ season. Wilde also discussed Green Bay’s issues finishing games and the veteran additions brought in to help address those concerns. The hour closed with debate over whether the Bears deserve more attention from the Packers after last season’s results.

The 414 Hour opened with a spirited debate over the proper use of the word “regression,” complete with help from a listener who brought data-analysis credentials to settle the argument. Attention then turned to the Bucks as new reports connected Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat and fueled more discussion about Milwaukee’s future. Ben and Kyle weighed the realities of a potential rebuild and what the Bucks should seek if a blockbuster move ever happens. The Brewers also got their due after sweeping the Rockies, with Jacob Misiorowski earning praise for demanding the ball in a key moment and pitching his way out of trouble. The hosts agreed that “The Miz” is quickly proving he belongs among baseball’s emerging stars.

Christian Watson’s new extension sparks a debate about whether the Packers are paying for production or betting on potential. Ben Brust and Kyle Wallace break down what the deal means for Jordan Love, Jayden Reed, Tucker Kraft, and the future of Green Bay’s offense. The conversation shifts to concerns about the Packers’ offensive line and whether the team’s core pieces are truly set for long-term success. Later, Micah Parsons opens up about feeling more valued in Green Bay than he ever did in Dallas, praising the Packers’ family atmosphere and Midwest culture. The hour also features plenty of laughs from the American Family Insurance Championship, including Jesse Nelson party talk and Packers optimism versus criticism.

Alex Strouf becomes the center of attention after revealing his detailed “negative one-year anniversary” dinner agenda with his fiancée. The guys react to everything from relationship check-ins and performance reviews to strategic wedding planning, leading to one of the funniest conversations of the week. Later, Guess Who returns with Kyle Wallace trying to remember the stories behind some of his most memorable comments. The crew also debuts Strouf’s latest Packers parody song celebrating Christian Watson’s extension, and the reviews are brutally honest. Between wedding talk, parody song critiques, and plenty of KBN family reactions, the hour delivers nonstop laughs.

The debate centers on Green Bay’s wide receiver room after the Packers commit to Christian Watson, Jayden Reed, and Matthew Golden as major pieces of the future. Kyle Wallace and Ben Brust discuss whether the group is elite, great, good, or simply full of unrealized potential, while arguing over how much responsibility falls on Jordan Love versus his receivers. The conversation expands into expectations for the Packers and whether “potential” has become the organization’s favorite word. Later, the crew shares stories from the American Family Insurance Championship, including a hilarious visit from major champion Darren Clarke, who unloads on Ben’s golf game. The show wraps with stories from the course, fan interactions, and reflections on another memorable day in Madison.

The Green Bay Packers lock up Christian Watson with a four-year, $110 million extension, and Kyle and Brust debate whether Brian Gutekunst paid for production or potential. Kyle questions the size of the contract given Watson’s injury history, while Ben argues the Packers are betting on a unique playmaker who changes the offense when healthy. The conversation shifts to expectations for Watson moving forward and whether he can finally deliver a full 17-game season. Jason Wilde joins the show to break down the structure of the deal, the risks involved, and why the Packers still have a path toward extending Tucker Kraft. Plus, the guys put their NBA knowledge to the test during another edition of Over/Under.

With Christian Watson extended and the Packers’ core skill players seemingly set, Kyle and Brust turn their attention to the offensive line. The guys discuss why the success of Jordan Love, Josh Jacobs, Tucker Kraft, Jayden Reed, Matthew Golden, and Watson ultimately depends on the five players up front. They debate whether Green Bay’s revamped offensive line can live up to expectations and help unlock a top-tier offense. Later, Micah Parsons’ glowing praise of Lukas Van Ness sparks a conversation about potential, pressure, and whether the former first-round pick is finally ready for a breakout season. Plus, Ben celebrates a major potty-training milestone at home.

Tory Lowe joins Kyle and Brust as the conversation continues around Christian Watson’s new extension and the future of the Packers’ offense. The focus then shifts to Lukas Van Ness after Micah Parsons publicly backs the young pass rusher and predicts a breakout season. Kyle questions how much longer Packers fans can wait for potential to turn into production, while Torrey argues Van Ness still deserves support heading into Year 4. The guys also react to Keyshawn Nixon’s comments about the Bears-Packers rivalry and whether Chicago cares more about the matchup than Green Bay does. Brian Bulaga stops by to share his thoughts on Watson’s deal, the offensive line, and Nixon’s remarks about the Bears.

The hour opened with reaction to Micah Parsons revealing he still has months remaining in his ACL rehab, creating new questions about when the Packers star pass rusher will return. Ben Brust and Kyle Wallace debated how much pressure will fall on Lukas Van Ness, Baron Sorrell, Edgerrin Cooper, and new defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon to generate pressure early in the season. The conversation shifted to a national prediction picking the Packers to finish under 10.5 wins, leading to a spirited defense of Green Bay’s roster and offseason moves. The guys also discussed the importance of getting healthy contributors back on the field and whether national analysts are undervaluing the Packers. Later in the hour, they mixed in some American Family Insurance Championship talk, Caleb Williams becoming the cover athlete for Madden 27, and plenty of laughs at Ryan Wollersheim’s dating struggles.

Jordan Love’s comments about spreading the ball around sparked a debate over whether the Packers should focus more heavily on their top playmakers. Kyle Wallace made the case that Tucker Kraft, Christian Watson, Jayden Reed, and Matthew Golden should dominate the target share rather than relying on a true committee approach. The conversation expanded into which pass catcher is best positioned to become Green Bay’s top offensive weapon this season. The hour also featured another edition of the Monte Carlo, simulating a potential Brewers-Dodgers NLCS matchup and examining whether Milwaukee is closing the gap on Los Angeles. Along the way, the crew had plenty of fun at Ben Brust’s expense over his Jacob Misiorowski pitching schedule confusion, leading to the latest chapter of “Fake News Benny.”