Jason Wilde joins Kyle & Brust with the latest on the Packers’ scramble to fix their offensive line. Green Bay has signed veteran guard Cordell Volson to the practice squad after he started 48 games with Cincinnati, while Jagger Burton could get a look at left guard and Anthony Belton remains an option to move back inside. Wilde says the Packers absolutely should be concerned after Week 1 and explains why Aaron Banks’ availability remains a major question.
Who deserves the blame for the mess? Wilde says it’s not one person, pointing to roster construction, the Aaron Banks contract and the development of Green Bay’s young linemen. He also pushes back on the idea that Matt LaFleur and Adam Stenavich are disconnected, explaining that Stenavich simply has a history of giving unusually candid answers while LaFleur keeps information closer to the vest.
Plus, Wilde explains the story behind Jordan Love’s new Kobe Bryant comparison. After watching Love repeatedly make accurate throws while fading away from pressure, Jayden Reed compared his quarterback’s unconventional delivery to Kobe’s signature fadeaway jumper. Wilde explains why that ability became a lifesaver with Love constantly under pressure against Minnesota.