Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

The Green Bay Packers will likely use a draft pick on a defensive tackle in this upcoming draft, but what is it like for those players to go through the draft process. Hear from ex-Indian standout and 2025 DT prospect CJ West Jr. about the pre-draft, getting better in college, and trying to make the leap to the pros.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

The receiver room in Green Bay could use some juice, especially with Christian Watson hurt, but the criticisms of the Packers pass-catchers have gone way too far. Plus, the Packers have to act quickly to find their pass rushers in the draft.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

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Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

After Brian Gutekunst declared a sense of urgency to win Super Bowls, he brought the team an expensive guard and a slot cornerback. Aaron Banks and Natt Hobbs are good players but ... that's it?

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses which team had the biggest NFL Free Agency impact signings that moved the needle going into 2025, which contract was the most surprising one handed out, and is there any team that made themselves a contender with their free agency moves?

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Had the Packers not nearly blanked the 2021 NFL draft, they may never have had to spend big-time money on Aaron Banks or Nate Hobbs. Brian Gutekunst has been able to build a contender despite those draft failings. Plus, more names connected to the Packers in free agency and what's the latest with Jaire Alexander?

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Worried about paying too much for Aaron Banks and Nate Hobbs? Brian Gutekunst is nearly batting 1.000 when it comes to real-money free agency. Plus, we have to end the "QB away" myth, and is this veteran receiver a good idea?

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

The two big-name receivers everyone wanted won't be coming to Green Bay. DK Metcalf and Davante Adams will be headed elsewhere, so where do the Packers turn for reinforcements? Plus, what does a good free agency period look like? And a Mock Draft Monday!

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Yet ANOTHER player the Packers could have interest in has requested a trade, this time Cincinati Bengals star pass rusher Trey Hendrickson. Jake Liscow from Locked on Bengals joins us to talk about what it would take to get him and why it all fell apart. Plus, are we talking about the wrong Green Bay trade chip?

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the veteran wide receiver market ahead of NFL Free Agency after the DK Metcalf trade request, Davante Adams release, and Chris Godwin's pending free agency. Plus, they also dive deep into whether or not Aaron Rodgers will play in 2025 and if he does, do the New York Giants make sense and all of the NFL news, Free Agency rumblings and more.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

Locked on Seahawks host Corbin Smith broke the news the Packers called on DK Metcalf. Now, DK wants out of Seattle in a public trade demand. How did it get here, what do the Seahawks want and what would Metcalf bring to Green Bay? Smith joins us to talk about all of it on today's show.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

When Davante Adams left Green Bay, he said he had goals of all-time greatness. The best place to achieve this now is returning to the Packers. Plus, why a first-round receiver makes sense in this draft and Brandon McManus is back!

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

The needs for the Packers in 2025 just happen to be at positions where the athletic testing is extremely important. So how did this class handle the NFL combine? Plus Isaiah McDuffie is back so are we sure Jeff Hafley isn't really pulling the strings this offseason?

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

Multiple reports (including our own) put the Packers in talks to acquire Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf, but Green Bay has options adding a veteran receiver. Plus, the most likely successor to Jaire Alexander at cornerback.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

The Green Bay Packers have made it clear they need more from their four-man rush this season. We saw this pass rush group on the field Thursday doing drills. Who popped, and who flopped? Plus, we talked to them earlier in the week. Hear from potential future Packers.

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses whether or not Abdul Carter will be the 1st overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and whether or not if it's more important in today's NFL to have a game-changing pass rusher in comparison to other positions. Plus, will Ja'Marr Chase become the NFL's highest paid non-QB this offseason or could there be another player that gets that type of bag and is banning the Tush Push the right move by the NFL and where might players like Harold Landry, Jonathan Allen, and several others play this next season if traded?

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

It didn't come as a surprise that the Green Bay Packers were working to trade Jaire Alexander. But what can they get? And how they can improve the team without him? Plus chaos is a ladder in the NFC.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

Brian Gutekunst will usually tell you what he's going to do if you listen carefully. On Tuesday he talked about the future of Jaire Alexander, the need for the Packers pass rush to win with four and a lot more. What does it mean we can expect for the rest of the offseason?

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

With the NFL combine kicking off this week, the unofficial start of the offseason begins. Where do the Green Bay Packers stand in the division? Plus, speaking of the division, NFL Network's Adam Rank (Bears fan) joins us to talk about the oldest rivalry in the NFL and why Peter may not be welcome in Chicago right now.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

The Packers lack the top-end talent of the best teams in the NFC, yet they're still one of the best in the conference. Does the current roster have enough players who can develop into stars? Plus, what if Green Bay had handled the Aaron Rodgers contract like the LA Rams and Matthew Stafford?

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

The Green Bay Packers care about athletic models and production, especially at receiver. Who are the players with the most on the line at the combine, at least as far as Green Bay is concerned? Keith Sanchez from Locked on NFL Draft joins us to discuss that and more.

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses which teams who finished near the bottom of the NFL last season will more than likely remain in the basement this upcoming season, which NFL Draft prospect is the best pound for pound player, a debate on Cam Ward/Shedeur Sanders, and where players like Sam Darnold, Cooper Kupp, Aaron Rodgers, and Deebo Samuel would be the best fits.

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

You want the Packers to win a Super Bowl, but at what cost? And how much would you be willing to suffer through losing to get there? Have you ever considered it? Today is the day. Plus, what an exploding salary cap might do to the free agent market.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

We saw the 2023 Green Bay Packers offense be good enough to beat the best teams. And we saw the 2024 defense play at a championship caliber. The Packers just have to find a way to get them both humming at the same time! Plus, will they look at some smaller pass rushers in a loaded class?

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

Jaire Alexander isn't expected back in 2025 for the Green Bay Packers, but he can still be of use to the team this offseason. We look at potential trade partners plus why Brian Gutekunst can do some work on this roster before free agency even starts.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

The NFL combine matters to the Green Bay Packers. We can argue about if they care too much about athletic testing but it's clearly an important took for this front office. We dig into numbers to watch at some key positions, why you should stop worrying so much about first-round picks and Mock Draft Monday!

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

We all know the positions. But how big a problem are they? And just how much better do they need to be for the Packers to get where they want to go?

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses which teams are closer to the Philadelphia Eagles after their Super Bowl win, which NFL trade makes sense for Aaron Rodgers, Deebo Samuel, or Cooper Kupp. Plus, the squad discusses the ideal fit for their respective teams in the NFL Draft.

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

Brian Gutekunst wants to see more control. Matt LaFleur wants more leadership. What does that mean to Jordan Love? We talked to him about it at Super Bowl. Plus, would offensive line help or receiver help be a bigger boon for the Packers?

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

They're not going to stop drafting them ... because it's the smart thing to do. Inside the "project" label and why it works as a model. Plus how does this draft class affect how the Packers prioritize key need positions? And Keisean Nixon hits the recruiting trail.

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

The Packers need a bucket-getter. What about rising junior tight end Tucker Kraft? Plus former tight ends Jermichael Finley and Kyle Rudolph join us to talk Jordan Love, WR1s, the evolution of the modern tight end and more.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

No, the Packers didn't win the Super Bowl, but does the Eagles beatdown of the Chiefs change your perspective on where this team stands? Plus, why it'll be trickier to find the right fit at receiver if Green Bay wants to find a veteran. And a real-time Mock Draft Monday!

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

Josh Jacobs returned to Radio Row to insist the Packers do need a bonafide veteran receiver. He and A.J. Dillon tell us how it can help. Then, former Green Bay star Ahman Green joins us to talk about this revamped running game, the comparison between Brett Favre and Jordan Love, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

Packers RB Josh Jacobs told anyone with a microphone on Radio Row Wednesday that Green Bay's offense needs a proven WR1. Annie Agar joins us to talk about whether or not that's true. Plus, ex-kicker Brayden Narveson on why pressure is a privilege and what comes next for him after it didn't work out in Green Bay.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses how potential Myles Garrett and Cooper Kupp trades could impact the landscape of the NFL. Plus, they also share their Super Bowl 59 Predictions and discuss who they think will take home Super Bowl MVP honors.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

The Packers couldn't match the Eagles twice this season, but how big is the gap between the two teams? Do they need a big move to close? Louie DiBiase from Locked on Eagles thinks Green Bay needs at least one more "dude" while Fox Sports Carmen Vitali thinks the patient approach is best.

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2025

Myles Garrett wants to be traded but the Cleveland Browns reportedly have no interest in trading him. Still, could the Packers be involved? Aaron Nagler from CheeseheadTV joins us to talk about a Garrett trade (unlikely), losing defensive coaching talent, and the gap between the Packers and the Philadelphia Eagles.

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

Brian Gutekunst likes to sign young players to longer-term deals in free agency, but when the Packers were competing for titles with late-career Aaron Rodgers, Gutey was willing to take some flyers. Is it that time again? Plus, do the Packers have future stars on their offensive staff if they lose their OC?

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2025

Sure, Davante Adams would be nice. Tee Higgins would be incredible. But for the Packers offense rocked last year. They don't need those guys. What they need is someone who can get them a bucket. Plus, adding key coaches while losing another one. And Edgerrin Cooper is even better than you think.

Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2025

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses whether or not the AFC or NFC has the best shot at winning Super Bowl 59 between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. Plus they discuss the potential impact of Sam Darnold's upcoming free agency and which QB has the best shot at becoming a true rival for Patrick Mahomes.

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

No, the Packers aren't trying to win the Super Bowl every year. And that's a good thing. Plus, the pitfalls of constantly being good, and is it true Brian Gutekunst always picks projects?

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2025

You know the names, the marquee Packers who didn't play up to their standard in 2024. So how did they actually get better overall as a team? Plus, why the 2020 offense made be the best model for Matt LaFleur, and what Rich Bisaccia is going to be doing with an extension.

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

If the Green Bay Packers want to believe their style and roster can win a Super Bowl, then the AFC Championship Game provides good evidence, though some things will have to change. Plus, what do the Packers need in a potential new OC? And our first Mock Draft Monday!

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2025

Even Ben Johnson is take=ing pot shots. And the worst part is he's not even wrong. It's time for Matt LaFleur and the Green Bay Packers to start taking it personally they no longer own the NFC North. Plus, will Brian Gutekunst do something about it with a veteran addition?

Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2025

The Packers had a good offense in 2024. Jordan Love put up top-10 efficiency numbers. But it didn't feel like it all the time. Part of that is two easy buttons Matt LaFleur didn't press often enough despite Love displaying elite proficiency. Plus, the double-edged sword of being the youngest team in the league and there's no such thing as the new president wanting his own guys.

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2025

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses this weekend's NFL Conference Championships in the AFC and NFC. Will the Buffalo Bills become the team of destiny and end the Kansas City Chiefs 'Villian' era? Can Jayden Daniels make history for the Washington Commanders against the Philadelphia Eagles and Jalen Hurts? Plus, the crew reacts to the latest hires in the NFL coaching cycle and touches on which jobs that are still open are the most appealing or unappealing.

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2025

The Packers need a defensive line coach. But why? There's a reason beyond that the last guy didn't do a good enough job; it can tell us something about where they're headed in team building. Plus, decisions on Quay Walker an Devonte Wyatt.

Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2025

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025