Second String Opinions

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and Will Sommers unpack another brutal Packers collapse after Green Bay surrendered 29 unanswered points to Minnesota, with the offensive line taking much of the heat. They debate Matt LaFleur’s fourth-down decision, Jordan Love’s performance under relentless pressure and whether Sunday’s matchup with the Jets already feels like a must-win. The conversation turns happier as Strouf makes the case that the Brewers’ improved offense, pitching and MLB-best record give Milwaukee a legitimate World Series opportunity, while Josh and Will remain skeptical. The guys also discuss Milwaukee’s postseason pitching and bullpen before wrapping up with One Word Wednesday, including Drew Brees considering an NFL comeback and Netflix revisiting the Stanford Prison Experiment.

Week 1 is finally here. Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf ahead of the Packers’ season opener against the Vikings in Minnesota to break down the biggest questions Green Bay is finally about to answer.

Jason discusses the uncertainty surrounding an offensive line with Jordan Morgan, Aaron Banks and Zach Bako-Bewele on the injury report, what to expect from Jonathan Gannon’s defense without Micah Parsons, and why he believes Tucker Kraft’s contract extension should already be done. Plus, the Packers’ unsettled running back rotation and rookie Brandon Cisse’s massive first test against one of the NFL’s best receiving corps.

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and Will Sommers celebrate the start of the NFL season by breaking down what they know—and still need to learn—about the Packers entering Week 1 against the Vikings. The guys dive into Green Bay’s offensive line uncertainty, Jonathan Gannon’s defense, the running back situation and their season-long Packers predictions. Then, they pick every NFL division, conference championship matchups, Super Bowl winners and MVP candidates. Plus, can the Brewers’ pitching staff carry a 90-win team deeper into October, and how much confidence should fans have in Milwaukee’s postseason chances? The show wraps with One Word Weekly and a look at a loaded opening weekend across the NFL.

Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf with the Packers just over a week away from their 2026 season opener in Minnesota. Jason explains why it is time for Lukas Van Ness to take a major step forward with Micah Parsons sidelined, what still concerns him about Aaron Banks and the offensive line, and why rookie corner Brandon Cissé has impressed him throughout the summer.

Plus, Jason and Strouf evaluate Brian Gutekunst’s offseason, discuss the Packers’ uncertainty at running back following the Josh Jacobs situation, and look ahead to a season that could hinge on Jordan Love taking another step toward the NFL’s elite tier.

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and Will Sommers react to Josh Jacobs landing on the commissioner’s exempt list and discuss why Packers fans should prepare for a season without him. The guys debate whether Marshawn Lloyd, Kaleb Johnson and a running back committee could actually benefit Green Bay by putting more of the offense on Jordan Love’s shoulders. They also evaluate Brian Gutekunst’s aggressive roster moves and what they say about the Packers’ championship expectations. Plus, the crew previews Wisconsin’s season opener against Notre Dame at Lambeau Field and debates what would qualify as an encouraging start for Luke Fickell and the Badgers. The show wraps with the bizarre fake 49ers player story, One Word Weekly and the Brewers-Cubs NL Central race.

The Green Bay Packers had a BUSY weekend. On a special edition of Weekly Wilde, Jason Wilde breaks down the Packers 53-man roster and gives fans a much needed explanation on the Commissioner's Exempt List and the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP).

Season 3 of Weekly Wilde is here. Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf to break down where the Packers stand as training camp winds down and the 2026 regular season approaches. Jason explains why Green Bay may be entering the season with even more questions along the offensive line than it had at the start of camp, what he likes about Jonathan Gannon’s new defense, and why Brandon Cisse has impressed.

Plus, Jason and Strouf discuss the next step Jordan Love needs to take to move from a very good quarterback into the NFL’s true upper echelon, the latest on Josh Jacobs and Tucker Kraft, Trey Smack’s strong preseason, and a few under-the-radar Packers who helped themselves during training camp.

On this week’s Second String Opinions, Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers break down the biggest Packers storylines as the preseason winds down. The guys debate whether Matthew Golden is ready to emerge as Green Bay’s true WR1, why he was underutilized as a rookie, and whether the Packers finally have the offensive line and weapons around Jordan Love to become a top-five offense.

Plus, has rookie kicker Trey Smack gone from a concern to an actual weapon? The guys react to his perfect preseason and Green Bay’s new rivalry uniforms before turning to the Brewers, where they debate Pat Murphy’s decision to bench Cooper Pratt for a perceived lack of hustle in a loss to the Mets. And, of course, Will takes the crew around the sports world with another edition of One Word

Mr. Irrelevant has a new name! On the first edition of Second String Opinions, Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers dive into a rapidly changing Packers cornerback room. Rookie Brandon Cissé is emerging as Green Bay’s top option, while Kiesean Nixon finds himself taking second-team reps and wondering if he’s being “punished.” The guys debate Nixon’s future, why Packers fans may be directing too much anger his way, and whether Cissé can become the long-term answer Green Bay has been searching for at corner.

Plus, Jordan Morgan continues to impress at left tackle, Trey Smack might have finally solved the Packers’ kicker problem, and the Brewers respond to last week’s panic with a monster turnaround, including a franchise-record 22-run performance. The crew debates whether Milwaukee has restored any faith in a deep postseason run before another wild edition of One Word.

On this week's Mr. Irrelevant, Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers sound the alarm on the Brewers after another ugly stretch exposes concerns with the starting rotation and a slumping offense. The guys debate whether Milwaukee's lack of aggression at the trade deadline has lowered the team's postseason ceiling and whether it's time to abandon World Series expectations.

Plus, the Packers' preseason opener is here. The crew debates Ben Johnson's aggressive offensive philosophy compared to Matt LaFleur, whether LaFleur can finally unleash Jordan Love, and if Green Bay's revamped offensive line is actually an upgrade. They also discuss which Packers should see the field in the preseason before another chaotic edition of One Word.