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  • The Packers Are Running Out of Excuses - Weekly Wilde
    The Packers are 4-3 after a frustrating loss to the Detroit Lions, and the questions aren't going away. Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf ahead of Thursday Night Football against the Carolina Panthers to discuss Green Bay's continued inconsistency and whether this is a pivotal moment in the 2026 season.
    Jason breaks down Trey Smack's costly missed kicks in Detroit, why he disagrees with Brian Gutekunst's decision to rely on a rookie kicker, and the mounting injuries affecting the Packers. Plus, the latest on Sean Rhyan, Zaire Franklin and the offensive line, why John Williams may have earned the starting center job, and whether Kevin Zeitler is finally ready to make his Packers debut.
    Jason also discusses Josh Jacobs' return, the struggling rushing attack and why there's still reason to believe Green Bay's offense can improve as the season progresses.
    29 min
  • Is the Packers Defense Legit? Jason Wilde Previews Detroit - Weekly Wilde
    The Packers have won three straight, but are they legitimate contenders? Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf ahead of Green Bay's NFC North showdown with the Detroit Lions to examine whether Jonathan Gannon's defense is ready to take the next step.
    Jason breaks down the emergence of Evan Williams, Xavier McKinney and Javon Bullard, the challenge of slowing down Detroit's explosive offense, and why Jordan Love's continued success is coming at a physical cost. Plus, Josh Jacobs returns to the Packers after six games away, but can he fix a rushing attack that ranks among the NFL's worst?
    Jason also discusses Jacobs' comments following his return, the Packers' ongoing offensive line concerns, and what Sunday's matchup could reveal about Green Bay's championship potential.
    32 min
  • Brewers World Series Showdown: Is Brandon Woodruff the MISSING PIECE & Can The Miz DOMINATE?!
    On One More Round, Alex Strouf and Will Sommers count down the final 48 hours until Brewers-Rays Game 1 of the World Series! The guys break down why Milwaukee and Tampa Bay are so evenly matched, from their nearly identical offensive numbers to their aggressive baserunning and pitching depth. Plus, they discuss the incredible connections between the two teams, including Freddy Peralta, Drew Rasmussen and Jake Bauers.
    Then, should Brandon Woodruff make the Brewers' World Series roster? Strouf believes it's a no-brainer if Woodruff is healthy, arguing that his experience, leadership and potential as a Game 4 opener make him more valuable than Kyle Harrison. Brewers fans weigh in on whether the veteran deserves one final opportunity on baseball's biggest stage.
    Finally, does Jacob Misiorowski need to step up for the Brewers to win it all? With The Miz officially named Milwaukee's Game 1 starter, Alex and Will debate whether he needs to pitch deeper into games against a disciplined Rays lineup. The guys also discuss how Pat Murphy can manage his dominant bullpen and why American Family Field's electric atmosphere could make the difference Friday night.
    1 hr 29 min
  • Love Is Heating Up, But Are the Packers Back? - Weekly Wilde
    After dismantling the Chicago Bears, are the Green Bay Packers finally back? Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf ahead of Sunday Night Football against the Dallas Cowboys to discuss whether Green Bay's impressive Week 5 performance was a turning point or just one good game.
    Jason breaks down Jordan Love's outstanding deep-ball performance, the emergence of Travis Glover and a more functional offensive line, and why the Packers still need to establish a consistent rushing attack. Plus, the latest on Micah Parsons' lengthy recovery timeline, Tucker Kraft's early-season struggles, the explosive receiving duo of Christian Watson and Matthew Golden, and why Evan Williams is developing into one of the NFL's best safeties.
    Can the Packers build on their momentum and prove they're legitimate contenders in 2026?
    34 min
  • Ep. 420 Dodgers in BIG TROUBLE & Are the Packers FINALLY Back?!
    Alex Strouf and Will Sommers break down an incredible week in Wisconsin sports as the Brewers take a 2-0 NLCS lead over the Dodgers. Strouf believes Milwaukee has everything it takes to win the World Series, but Will warns that Los Angeles isn't going down without a fight. The guys debate whether Shohei Ohtani should be benched, how the Brewers can handle Blake Snell in Game 3 and whether Milwaukee's historically dominant bullpen can keep carrying the load.
    Then, are the Packers finally back after demolishing the Bears 31-7? Alex and Will discuss Matt LaFleur's aggressive play-calling, Jordan Love's dominant performance and whether Green Bay's improved offensive line can turn the season around ahead of Sunday night's matchup with Dallas.
    Plus, One Word Wednesday returns with Jerry Jones' bizarre Packers fan story, Soulja Boy running for president and the great foul-ball debate. The guys also uncover the surprising friendship between Aaron Ashby and NBA champion Landry Shamet.
    53 min
  • Brewers Are BACK in the NLCS! Dodgers Should Be Scared | Jerry Augustine
    The Milwaukee Brewers are heading BACK to the NLCS! After eliminating the San Diego Padres in four games, Alex Strouf takes over Brewers Extra Innings on 620 WTMJ to celebrate the series victory and look ahead to a postseason rematch with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
    Former Brewers pitcher and Wisconsin baseball legend Jerry Augustine joins Strouf to break down the brilliance of Aaron Ashby, Robert Gasser's emergence, Pat Murphy's leadership, and why Milwaukee's bullpen could be the difference against Los Angeles.
    Plus, Brewers fans light up the phone lines, Garrett Mitchell delivers postseason heroics, and Strouf explains why this year's NLCS isn't David vs. Goliath. It's Goliath vs. Goliath.
    The Dodgers deserve respect, but the Brewers shouldn't fear anybody.
    Originally aired on Brewers Extra Innings on 620 WTMJ, October 7, 2026.
    1 hr 4 min
  • The Packers Aren't as Bad as They Look.. Right? - Weekly Wilde
    It's Packers-Bears week, but does it feel like it? Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf ahead of Green Bay's Week 5 showdown with Chicago at Lambeau Field, with the Packers sitting at 2-2 and facing mounting injury concerns.
    Jason explains why he still believes the Packers can win 11 games despite their rocky start, what Kevin Zeitler could bring to a stabilizing offensive line, and why Green Bay's struggling rushing attack remains a major concern. Plus, the season-ending injury to Edgerrin Cooper, Jonathan Gannon's challenge against Chicago's dominant ground game, Jordan Love's improved protection, and whether the Packers can finally put together a complete performance.
    And, of course, Jason shares his thoughts on Ben Johnson and why he wanted the Packers-Bears rivalry to matter again, even if Chicago's head coach is making that difficult to enjoy.
    33 min
  • Ep. 419 Brewers Game 4 Decisions & Packers-Bears Week
    Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and Will Sommers react to the Brewers’ Game 3 loss to the Padres and debate Pat Murphy’s pitching and lineup decisions ahead of Game 4. Should Robert Gasser have started earlier in the series, and what should Milwaukee do with Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell? The guys also turn to Packers-Bears week, where confidence in Green Bay is running low despite Chicago starting Tyson Bagent at quarterback. Plus, Luther Burden’s “make them quit” comments spark a heated debate about Matt LaFleur and the Packers. One Word Wednesday wraps things up with MLB paternity leave, the American Family Field roof ball, Mason Miller tipping pitches and an accidental tanking admission from the Washington Wizards.
    57 min

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Alex Strouf -- alongside his friends and enemies -- provides a comedic and chaotic commentary on all things Wisconsin sports each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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