The Interviews

Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike on ESPN Radio joins Jason Wilde and Bryan Bulaga on Wilde and Tausch. After Bryan spent the first portion of the show giving Jesse grief for trash-talking Iowa men's basketball before reaching the Sweet Sixteen, Evan furthers the discussion by asking about expectations at Iowa compared to expectations in Madison.

The NFLPA has a new executive director — and Adam Schefter says it could matter more than most fans realize.

In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Schefter breaks down why J.C. Tretter’s election as NFLPA executive director is such a significant development, even if it doesn’t dominate headlines the way player movement does. Schefter explains why Tretter’s background, his previous work with the union, and his connection to the Lloyd Howell era made him a fascinating choice — and why the real impact of this decision may not be felt until the next collective bargaining agreement negotiations begin.

The conversation covers:

Why Tretter changed course after previously saying he didn’t want the job

Whether players specifically wanted a former player in the role

If Tretter is equipped to handle high-level labor negotiations with NFL owners

Why the public may not care yet — but absolutely will when the next CBA fight ramps up

What Pablo Torre’s reporting may or may not have changed around public interest in the election

Schefter also hits a few major league storylines:

What to expect from the upcoming owners meetings

Whether any major rule changes or scheduling shifts could be coming

Why the A.J. Brown trade market may not be as strong as people think

And whether the Dolphins’ offseason roster purge is actually finished

It’s a smart, behind-the-scenes NFL conversation about labor power, league politics, roster economics, and the kinds of decisions that shape the sport long before kickoff.

🎧 A revealing conversation with Adam Schefter on the NFLPA, owner power, trade markets, and what’s coming next around the league — on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.

Former Packers wide receiver, Super Bowl Champion, and Aurora Spartans Head Coach Don Beebe joined The Homer Hour for a wide-ranging conversation.

Beebe discussed how paying Division I athletes has trickled down to the Division III level, explaining how NIL and the evolving college football landscape are impacting even smaller programs. He shared whether he has a bigger issue with NIL money itself or the transfer portal, offering candid insight from a head coach’s perspective.

Beebe also reflected on his memories of former Packers President & CEO Bob Harlan and the kind of leadership he brought to the organization.

Turning to the current Packers, Beebe weighed in on whether Green Bay is “good, but not good enough,” and shared his thoughts on head coach Matt LaFleur. He also revisited the two heart-wrenching losses to the Bears this past season and what those games revealed about the team.

From college football’s changing structure to unfinished business in Green Bay, it was a compelling visit with Don Beebe on The Homer Hour.

Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike joins Jim, Matt & Molly to talk Packers free agency and a little Badgers hoops in the Big Ten Tournament! First, he hears the show bag on producer Primetime's love life when discussing whether it's better to have loved & lost than to have never experience love (aka greatness) as a sports fan! -- What is the line of demarcation for when Packers fans were the happiest? They also discuss fan superstitions with Primetime's behavior when watching Badgers basketball and whether Heat fan Evan is still wearing the same PJ's as when Bam Adebayo scored his historic 83 points this week! Matt explains why he thinks it was was a "booty" 83-point performance, leading Heat diehard Evan to come to the defense of his guy!!! Evan leaves them with a question about whether the Packers will always just be stuck in the middle...

ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to unpack one of the strangest stories in recent NFL history: the Max Crosby trade to Baltimore falling apart after a failed physical, and what that means for the Ravens, the Raiders, and how teams handle blockbuster deals.

Schefter also weighs in on the Packers’ early offseason activity — including the addition of Javon Hargrave, the trade of Rashan Gary for a fourth-round pick, and other defensive-focused moves — while reminding everyone it’s still the very beginning of a long NFL offseason. Plus: the latest on Kyler Murray’s expected landing spot, a contract that stunned Schefter during free agency, and why Rasheed Walker’s market may be trending toward a prove-it, one-year deal.

UW-Green Bay Women's Basketball head coach Kayla Karius (daughter in-law of frequent Wilde and Tausch Trivia contestant Dan in Brothertown) joins Jason Wilde and Gabe Neitzel following the Phoenix winning their second straight Horizon League Tournament Championship to earn an automatic berth in the NCAA Tournament.

The Packers didn’t just move on from Rashan Gary — they got something for him.

In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, former Packers tackle Brian Bulaga reacts to the news that Gary was traded to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2027 fourth-round pick, and what it means for Green Bay’s cap flexibility moving forward.

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Bulaga admits he was surprised the Packers found a trade partner willing to absorb Gary’s contract — calling it a win given that a release seemed likely.

🏈 Sean Ryan’s Deal Raises Eyebrows

The bigger conversation shifts to the offensive line.

Bulaga was stunned Sean Ryan landed an $11 million per year deal after only nine starts at center.

He explains:

The center market is thin.

Linderbaum-type money ($20M+) was never realistic for Green Bay.

The Packers essentially chose cost control over star power.

But that doesn’t mean the job is done.

🧱 “Five Is Not Enough”

Bulaga makes it clear:

Having five starters does not equal having a complete offensive line.

The Packers’ group:

Banks battled injuries.

Elton’s move to center didn’t work.

Zach Tom is coming off a major knee surgery.

Jordan Morgan is projected at left tackle but unproven.

Bulaga stresses the need for real depth and real competition — not just hoping internal improvement fixes everything.

🧠 The Elton Jenkins Move

The shift of Elton Jenkins to center was a major domino.

When it failed, the line never fully stabilized.

Bulaga notes:

When you move a Pro Bowl guard and it doesn’t work, the ripple effects are unavoidable.

That decision, paired with injuries, contributed to the regression from a Top-10 unit to a bottom-tier group.

⚖️ Rashid Walker & Market Reality

The show closes with Rashid Walker’s projected $19–20M market value.

Bulaga’s blunt assessment:

The Packers cannot afford to pay four offensive linemen premium money.

If they pay Ryan, Tom, and Banks — someone has to walk.

🎯 The Bottom Line

The Packers improved flexibility by moving Gary.

But flexibility doesn’t equal finished.

If Jordan Love is taking major hits again in 2026, none of the cap math will matter.

🎧 A former player’s honest assessment of Green Bay’s trench strategy — with Brian Bulaga on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.

ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy for a packed, newsy conversation that hits the biggest storylines shaping the NFL offseason — and what they could mean for the Green Bay Packers and the NFC North.

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We start with the quarterback carousel, including why the Malik Willis market is heating up and what teams are weighing when comparing a bigger Willis contract to cheaper veteran options. Then we pivot to the latest on Aaron Rodgers’ next move, with Pittsburgh sounding like the most likely fit — and Minnesota still lurking depending on how their plans shake out.

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Schefter also breaks down the offseason calendar and league-wide trends: why the NFL Combine isn’t going anywhere (even with fewer participants and more Pro Days), what the NFLPA team “report card” grades mean when they go public, and why franchise tags are being used less — plus a clear explanation of the transition tag and what it means for a player like Daniel Jones.

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Finally, we hit the trade rumor board: why teams are monitoring Maxx Crosby and what it would look like if a contender pries him loose, plus the chatter around A.J. Brown and how teams react when they hear the asking price.

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Segment Timestamps

0:00 – Adam Schefter joins the show

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1:05 – Malik Willis free agency: market, money, and team decisions

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3:15 – Is the NFL Combine going away? Why it still matters

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5:20 – Aaron Rodgers: Steelers vs. other possibilities (including Vikings)

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6:20 – NFLPA report card grades: fallout and what teams do with it

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7:25 – Trade watch: Maxx Crosby + A.J. Brown rumors and timing

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10:05 – Franchise tag trends + why teams avoid it more now

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12:15 – Daniel Jones transition tag: how it works (and what teams give up)

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13:10 – How seriously teams take those NFLPA grades

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Keywords: Green Bay Packers, NFL Free Agency, Malik Willis, Aaron Rodgers, Pittsburgh Steelers, Minnesota Vikings, Kyler Murray, Maxx Crosby trade rumors, A.J. Brown, NFL Combine, franchise tag, transition tag, NFLPA report cards, Matt LaFleur.

Brewers insider Dom Cotroneo joined The Homer Hour to break down what’s happening in Spring Training and why the Brewers’ long-term plan continues to work. The conversation centered around Milwaukee’s patient, development-driven model and why investing in pitching depth and player development makes more sense than overspending on veteran arms.

Dom explained how the Brewers are handling Jacob Misiorowski’s workload, why 150 innings could be the target, and how the organization is building toward October rather than chasing April headlines. He also highlighted other arms to watch this season and made the case that Milwaukee’s roster heading into camp may actually be stronger than the one that won 97 games last year.

The big takeaway: the Brewers’ sustainable blueprint isn’t about splash — it’s about smart, steady, long-term success.

The NFLPA released its annual player report cards — and the Packers dropped from 7th to 21st.

But the bigger story?

NFL owners tried to block the grades from becoming public.

In this Friday conversation on Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Good Karma Brands founder and CEO Craig Karmazin reacts to the controversy, breaking down what these grades actually mean — and why billionaire NFL owners may not love being evaluated by their own players.

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🏈 Owners Don’t Like Being Graded

Craig explains the dynamic clearly:

NFL owners are mega-billionaires.

They are rarely publicly evaluated.

Now players are grading them.

There’s even an “Owner” grade on the report card.

For organizations used to operating without public scrutiny, that’s uncomfortable.

Craig’s take:

This isn’t necessarily about the Packers getting worse. It’s about other teams investing heavily to avoid embarrassment.

Nobody wants an F next to their name.

📊 What Do You Actually Do With Bad Grades?

The conversation shifts to leadership philosophy.

When your organization gets:

A C in the training room

A drop in coaching grades

A lower overall ranking

Do you panic?

Or do you contextualize?

Craig explains how his own company handles internal surveys:

Read the comments, not just the scores

Look at timing and context

Determine whether lower “likability” equals lower effectiveness

Just because Matt LaFleur dropped from an A-minus to a B-minus doesn’t automatically mean he’s worse at his job.

🧠 The “Best Friend at Work” Question

One of the most interesting moments comes when Craig explains why organizations ask:

“Do you have a best friend at work?”

It’s not fluffy.

Research shows it’s the question most correlated with:

Engagement

Retention

High performance

When teammates feel connected, organizations win.

That philosophy applies to football teams, too.

🏀 Bucks 8-2 Without Giannis

The segment also pivots to the Milwaukee Bucks, who are 8-2 in their last 10 games — despite Giannis being out.

Craig credits:

Resilience

Youth stepping up

Trade deadline noise lifting

He suggests the heavy trade speculation earlier may have weighed on the locker room more than fans realized.

With that cloud gone, the team looks freer — and more dangerous.

⚖️ The Bottom Line

The Packers’ grade drop isn’t a five-alarm fire.

But the NFL trying to suppress transparency?

That’s revealing.

When billionaires don’t want to be graded, it tells you something.

And whether it’s player surveys or playoff pushes, accountability and culture still matter — on and off the field.

🎧 A smart, leadership-focused conversation about NFL transparency, Packers perception, and Bucks momentum — with Craig Karmazin on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.