Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

Michigan DC Don Brown joins the show to break down the Packers polarizing selection of former top prospect Rashan Gary with the 12th overall pick. Brown explains why the concerns over Gary's pass rush skills are overblown, makes the case for him moving forward, and explains Gary's story at Michigan. 

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The Buccaneers released Gerald McCoy on Monday, and with some questions about depth at defensive line, the Packers could be interested. Brian Gutekunst has shown a willingness to improve this team in every way he can. Could McCoy or Ndamukong Suh be in play? Plus we answer your questions about the backup QB battle, Green Bay contending for a Super Bowl and more. 

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Plenty of eye brows raised when the Packers gave Za'Darius Smith a four-year contract worth $66 million. Why did Green Bay target the 26-year-old part-time pass rusher from the Ravens? The Athletic Baltimore's Jeff Zrebiec joins the show to talk about Smith's growth, his game, his potential impact on the Packers, and why he didn't wind up back in Baltimore. 

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Brian Gutekunst's first draft class showed some promise and some problems as rookies in Year 1. Jaire Alexander looks like a future star, but no one else has separated himself as consistent, impactful players yet. If that changes at a few key positions, the Packers could solidify key holes and take a crucial step forward as a roster. 

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Why are so many NFL commentators insisting the Packers should have drafted a receiver? You asked, and we answered. Plus, could Jake Kumerow find a home in this offense? How does Green Bay grade its own draft, and should this team consider a defensive scheme change? We dig in on today's show. 

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The Packers traded up in the first round to take the first defensive back off the board in the 2019 NFL draft: Maryland's standout safety Darnell Savage. Jeff Ermann from Inside MD Sports, part of the 247 network, joins the show to discuss Savage's journey for the Terrapins and where he can help the Packers defense.  

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Optimism abounds for the 2019 Packers season after a busy free agency season and an aggressive draft. What would have to happen for things to go off the rails? We look at that question, plus dig into reports of potential problems in the Green Bay front office structure after a story suggests cracks could form in unique system. 

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We are left with far more questions than answers after Ted Thompson announced an autonomic disorder ultimately led him and Mark Murphy to replace him as GM. This caused many to reasonably wonder if his health affected his work, if the Packers should have acted sooner and what, if anything changed. Unfortunately, others have taken this as an opportunity to make jokes and take a victory lap. 

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Who should the Packers taken over Rashan Gary? Could Big Bob Tonyan keep Jace Sternberger off the field? And are we overlooking established options at safety with Darnell Savage slated to start? We answer these listener questions and more on today's show. 

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Who are the sleepers to make this team? Should we even worry about it at this point? Plus, we wonder if any of the draft picks will push established players off the roster. We talk all this and more on today's show. 

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