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Jason Wilde, host of ESPN Wisconsin's Wilde & Tausch, is in his 25th season covering the Green Bay Packers, having written for ESPN.com, ESPN Wisconsin, the Wisconsin State Journal, and now The Athletic. Any time Jason joins any ESPN Wisconsin program, yo

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“They Don’t Care” - Jason Wilde on NFL’s 18-Game Push & Player Safety

The NFL is pushing toward an 18-game season — but at what cost? In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Jason Wilde delivers a blunt and emotional take on the league’s priorities, following news surrounding Steve McMichael and the ongoing conversation about player safety. 🚨 The Core Message Jason doesn’t mince words: 👉 “They don’t care.” As the NFL continues to expand, the conversation focuses on: Player safety vs league growth The long-term effects of football And whether the league is truly prioritizing its players 🧠 The 18-Game Debate The league is clearly moving toward: An 18-game regular season Expanded international games Even greater revenue growth But Jason raises the key issue: 👉 What are players actually getting in return? ⚠️ CTE, Concussions & Reality Using past examples and personal reflection, the discussion highlights: How normalized injuries used to be How quickly major issues fade from public attention And how little the conversation around concussions exists today compared to before 💰 What Players Should Be Fighting For Instead of smaller concessions, the argument is: 👉 Players should demand meaningful long-term support Including: Lifetime healthcare Real post-career protections Benefits that actually matter after football 🏈 The Bigger Picture The reality is clear: The NFL continues to grow financially Owners continue to push for expansion And the burden continues to fall on players

28 min
20 HR AGO

Jason Wilde Answers Rapid-Fire, Yes-Or-No Questions (Maybe)! - on Jim, Matt & Molly

Jason Wilde joins Jim & Molly on the Yuengling Guest Hotline. He participates in the show's running game based off of Oregon's QB coach simple question about chocolate versus vanilla ice cream for recruits -- Jason unwillingly answers rapid-fire, yes-or-no "football guy" questions! Plus, how's he feel about matcha lattes versus coffee, and is he team Giannis or team Bucks? Plus some "Big J Journalist" questions, like pro- or anti- hot take, is it better to break news first or be right, and which press box is better: Lambeau Field or Camp Randall?

16 min
1 DAY AGO

Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour for a conversation that spanned both college athletics and the future of the Packers. Wilde shared his thoughts on the evolving NIL landscape, discussing where college sports could be headed and some of the biggest questions surrounding how programs will manage payments, recruiting, and competitive balance moving forward. The conversation then shifted to Green Bay, where Wilde outlined his key questions and concerns about GM Brian Gutekunst from a personnel standpoint this season — including roster construction, depth, and whether the current group is strong enough to take the next step. A forward-looking discussion on both college football and the Packers on The Homer Hour.

16 min
2 DAYS AGO

Matt LaFleur Admits Packers Had Unhappy Players, Jason Wilde Breaks It Down

One comment from Matt LaFleur is driving a major conversation about the Packers. In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Jason Wilde reacts to LaFleur openly acknowledging that players were unhappy with their roles last season — and why that matters more than anything else said at the NFL meetings. 🚨 The Key Moment LaFleur wasn’t even directly asked about it — 👉 He volunteered that role frustration impacted the team. That alone tells you: It was a real issue It mattered internally And it’s something they’re trying to fix moving forward 🧠 Jason Wilde’s Biggest Takeaway This wasn’t just honesty — it was intentional messaging. LaFleur is: Setting expectations early Emphasizing accountability Making it clear that attitude and response to roles must improve 🔍 The Bigger Question If players were unhappy… 👉 Was it a coaching communication issue? 👉 Or a player mindset issue? Jason dives into: How players should respond to adversity Why “sulking” doesn’t help And how younger players may be handling roles differently today 👀 What It Means for the 2026 Packers With roster changes already happening: Some players now get bigger opportunities Others are gone entirely And the team is resetting expectations across the board The message is simple: 👉 If you don’t like your role — earn a bigger one

16 min
5 DAYS AGO

Jason Wilde on Dontayvion Wicks Trade Rumors, Matt LaFleur Stripping Down the Offense, & Too Much Iced Matcha! - on Jim, Matt & Molly

Jason Wilde joins Molly & Jon Arias because he's the BEST Green & Gold reporter in the business! He also chimes in on today's main convo about iced matcha with too much ice! They finally get into the Packers with the trade rumors around Dontayvion Wicks -- how much fire exists with the smoke around the Jets, and is now the wrong time to give Wicks away? They also discuss Matt LaFleur's comments about "stripping everything down" on offense & the growing comparisons to Mike McCarthy's final offseason with the Packers -- is this a cautionary tale for LaFleur, and who's under more pressure if the Packers miss the playoffs this year: LaFleur or Gutey? Plus, how do Packers fans get excited about the NFL Draft when their first pick is until No. 52?

21 min
6 DAYS AGO

Jason Wilde: Matt LaFleur Calling Out Packers Players Is a BIG Deal

Matt LaFleur said the quiet part out loud. In a rare moment of honesty, the Green Bay Packers head coach admitted that players were unhappy with their roles last season — and according to Jason Wilde, that’s a massive deal. In this segment from Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Jason Wilde breaks down: Why LaFleur volunteering this information is so significant What it says about locker room chemistry and leadership Which players might have been frustrated (without naming names directly) The growing issue of young players struggling with roles and expectations And how this ties into the modern NFL + college pipeline (NIL, transfers, mentality) Wilde also explains why this isn’t just criticism — it’s a clear message heading into 2026: 👉 If you don’t like your role, prove it on the field This is one of the most revealing looks yet at what went wrong internally for the Packers — and what needs to change moving forward. If you’re a Packers fan, this is must-listen insight into: Matt LaFleur’s leadership style Team culture in Green Bay And whether this roster can take the next step

16 min
6 DAYS AGO

Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to discuss the outlook for Green Bay’s offensive line. Wilde broke down whether Jordan Morgan could be the key to the unit taking a big step forward and how important his development will be this season. The conversation also touched on Morgan’s arm length — whether it’s truly a limitation or something that can serve as motivation — and how much that factor matters at the NFL level. They also looked back at Bryan Bulaga’s draft profile, with Wilde weighing in on whether Bulaga might have been selected even higher if he had longer arms. A detailed look at the trenches and what it means for the Packers on The Homer Hour.

13 min
2 APR

Matt LaFleur Calls Out Packers Locker Room Issues 👀 | Jason Wilde Reacts

Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to break down the biggest takeaway from Matt LaFleur’s media appearance — and it’s not even close. For the first time publicly, LaFleur volunteered that players were unhappy with their roles last season — a rare level of transparency from a Packers head coach. Wilde dives into why that matters, what it says about the locker room, and how it may have impacted Green Bay’s performance as a playoff team. Key topics: Why LaFleur bringing this up unprompted is a big deal Which Packers players might have been frustrated with their roles How younger players and modern NFL culture (NIL/transfer mindset) could be influencing locker room dynamics Whether this was a selfish team issue — or a communication problem What LaFleur and the coaching staff must fix heading into next season Wilde also explains why this could be a turning point in how the Packers handle accountability, messaging, and player development moving forward. If you’re a Packers fan, this is one of the most revealing conversations of the offseason — and a must-listen for understanding what really went wrong inside the locker room.

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Jason Wilde, host of ESPN Wisconsin's Wilde & Tausch, is in his 25th season covering the Green Bay Packers, having written for ESPN.com, ESPN Wisconsin, the Wisconsin State Journal, and now The Athletic. Any time Jason joins any ESPN Wisconsin program, yo