Reporting As Eligible

On this post-draft episode of Reporting as Eligible, Matt, Paul and Jr discuss the draft, every new player, what they’re good at, what they’re not, whether trading up is ever worth it, what needs to happen for it to be worth it here, whether Quay is the way, when character concerns become slander (and when they don’t), what “raw” really means with Christian Watson, and every late draft steal from Zach Tom to Rasheed Walker.

The guys also cover just why Romeo Doubs might solve their receiver issues, scouts versus metrics on Kingsley Enagbare, and potential special teams roles for the new blood. Plus plenty of listener questions, and Paul celebrating Samori Toure getting assigned number 83.

On a Reporting as Eligible pre-draft special, Paul, JR, and special guest Tyler Brooke take a look at all of the prospects that might be on the radar of the Green and Gold, especially the receivers. Will Chris Olave make it to the end of the first round? Will it be George Pickens? What of Treylon Burks, Garrett Wilson, Jameson Williams, and Drake London, and why does Paul hate Skyy Moore.

Tyler also goes over the non-receivers that make sense, and whether an edge rusher or two could be in their future, especially if the Packers can pull off a deal for a veteran before the draft starts. The guys then go over a few DBs, and relay folly of going after a safety early, before moving on to punt god, running backs, Jahan Dotson, George Karlaftis, Josh Paschal, and whether a trade-up may be in the cards. Plus, listener questions!

On this special episode of Reporting as Eligible, Paul and JR discuss the surprise Davante Adams trade, and where the Packers go from here. They also talked about Za’Darius Smith joining a long line of former Packers angling for revenge as a Viking, the returns of Rasul, Campbell, and Preston, and the addition of Jarran Reed, including his previous suspension for assault.

Finally, they cover the other extreme wackiness of the NFL, the quarterback carousel, Tyreek Hill, bionic punters, Julio Jones, Will Fuller, DeVante Parker, and listener questions!

On this special episode of Reporting as Eligible, Paul, Matub, and JR discuss the Aaron Rodgers contract, the financials, the impact, and what it says about the future. They also spend quite some time comparing it to the Russell Wilson deal, and whether they would prefer the draft pick haul.

It’s then on to Jordan Love’s future, and what you could potentially get for him, Davante’s unhappiness with the franchise tag, the franchise tag as evidence of the weakness of the NFLPA, and if this whole thing will be worth it, or if we’ll wind up regretting it.

Plus an absolute slew of listener questions, and Aaron Rodgers Instagram as an outro. They did not mention Carson Wentz, as is warranted.

Intro: The Boys are Back in Town - Thin Lizzie

Outro: Aaron Rodgers' Instagram

On this Super edition of Reporting as Eligible, Paul, Matub, and JR discuss the major Bowl game that occurred, the mid-level boss nature of the two teams involved, hyperbole around Joe Burrow and Matthew Stafford, Aaron Donald’s greatness, Cooper Kupp, late-game officiating, Sean McVay’s crazy bad running, Joe Mixon as the best quarterback on the AFC, Joe Burrow as the best quarterback in the AFC, and how it’s sad that Green Bay would have smoked either of these teams. They also talk about Stafford’s hall of Fame case now that he has a ring, and Paul corrects some Warren Moon slander

They then move on to the commercials, whether the Sopranos ad was canon, a smelly high school shirt, Guy Fieri, the conceptual issues with Zeus, and their favorites and least favorites. They also rank the halftime show, discuss the rumors about Aaron, and whether he’s any more likely to return. And finally, listener questions, including the legacy of video game maker LJN.

Intro: Lose Yourself - Eminem

Outro: 1989 Super Bowl Halftime Show - Elvis Presto

On the season finale of Reporting as Eligible, Paul, Matt, andJR discuss their season MVPs and LVPs, the future of Aaron Rodgers, whether he was the true MVP of the team, how much credit to give Rasul’s clutch play, unsung heroes, and whether Aaron is Aaron without Davante.

They also revisit the dreaded “cover-2 shell” and whether it ultimately cost them in the playoffs, MVS’ struggles, the staggering lack of bomb touchdowns, Rashan Gary’s greatness, Darnell Savage’s struggles, and the big coaching shuffle.

They also talk about special teams and tiny pants, plus listener questions!

Intro: Am I Wrong - Love Spit Love

Outro: I am trying to break your heart - Wilco

On the season finale of Reporting as Eligible, Paul, Matt, andJR discuss their season MVPs and LVPs, the future of Aaron Rodgers, whether he was the true MVP of the team, how much credit to give Rasul’s clutch play, unsung heroes, and whether Aaron is Aaron without Davante.

They also revisit the dreaded “cover-2 shell” and whether it ultimately cost them in the playoffs, MVS’ struggles, the staggering lack of bomb touchdowns, Rashan Gary’s greatness, Darnell Savage’s struggles, and the big coaching shuffle.

They also talk about special teams and tiny pants, plus listener questions!

Intro: Am I Wrong - Love Spit Love

Outro: I am trying to break your heart - Wilco

On this melancholy yet angry episode of Reporting as Eligible, Paul, Matt, and JR break down everything that cost the Packers what should have been a picturesque, snowy victory against San Francisco. The curious decision to not start Nijman, Bakhtiari’s absence, Marcedes’ fumble, Aiyuk’s non-fumble, Mason’s awful kickoffs, Tyler’s poor field goal blocking, AJ’s special teams’ injury, Matt’s playcalling, Aaron’s misses, and the blocked punt all make an appearances.

They also give props to the defense for a well played game, before talking about Eric Stokes dropped pick-six, George Kittle’s drops, Aaron Jones’ attempt to fake out Jaquiski Tartt, Dennis Kelly’s all around badness, not going for it on 4th and 2, and whether Lazard or EQ was more open. Plus, the worst special teams of all time, Randall Cobb coming back too soon, Aaron, Davante, the future, acid jazz, and of course, listener questions!

Intro: Fight Test - The Flaming Lips

Outro: Goodbye - Bo Burnham

On this episode of Reporting as Eligible, Paul, Matt, and JR preview the 49ers as only they can. They take a look at their first matchup, compare and contrast key player additions and subtractions, adjust for Jerome Boger’s incompetence, account for coaches, strategic tendencies, and come up with rock-solid reasoning as to how the Packers should proceed. They also make fun of Mike McCarthy, and how he kept his punt team on for a first down play, and why it happened, though the real reason is just as bad as the speculation.

They also address differences between the 2019 49ers and this team, how to contain Deebo and Kittle, the ascendant Aiyuk, and San Fran’s weakness in the secondary.

Finally, the guys take a quiz on Packer playoff history during the Rodgers era, and answer listener questions about everything that could possibly go wrong, like it did when the 49ers beat the Packer with only 6 completions from Jimmy. But really, what are the odds that happens again?

Intro: Sweetness - Jimmy Eat World

Intermission: Do you wanna taste it? - Peacemaker Theme

Outro: Winner Takes it All - Sammy Haggar 

On this episode of Reporting as Eligible, the guys wrap up the Lions game, what was accomplished, what wasn’t, the razzle-dazzle, Amon-Ra, Patrick Taylor, Davante records, and Love struggles. What does it mean for the playoffs?

They also discuss the George McCaskey press conference, and the state of the Vikings and Bears after their front office and coaching changes, before moving on to dissect just who to root for, and against this weekend.

Finally, they praise the surge of Allen Lazard, the troubles of MVS, Football WAR, and likely upsets. Plus listener questions, and a deep-voiced Matub!

Intro: Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Outro: All Eyes on Me - Bo Burnham