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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

  1. Jason Wilde on Jordan Love -- Can he Get Green Bay Back to the Super Bowl? | Jim, Matt & Molly

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    Jason Wilde on Jordan Love -- Can he Get Green Bay Back to the Super Bowl? | Jim, Matt & Molly

    Jason Wilde joins Jim, Matt & Molly to talk more about the Packers offseason and people placing Sam Darnold above Jordan Love after the Seahawks won the Super Bowl! First, Jason asks how he's supposed to feel about watching Olympic curling without Matt Hamilton on the ice this winter...? Then, they get into the advantage for QBs on a rookie-scale deal and what it means for the Packers -- can Jordan Love overcome the historic trend and get Green Bay back to the Super Bowl, or did the Packers already squander their best opportunity to win with Love? Also, how does having two QB-level contracts impact things with both Love and Micah Parsons on the roster? Also, how much pressure is on Gutey to HIT on his moves going forward after his many MISSES last offseason?

    17 min
  2. Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

    18 HR AGO

    Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

    Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to discuss what it says about the Packers organization that both general managers in the Super Bowl were developed in Green Bay. The conversation then turned to how critical this offseason is for Brian Gutekunst, especially with several players from the 2022 draft class potentially leaving and what that class says about roster construction. The show wrapped up by debating the big-picture question facing the franchise: are the Packers’ current issues more of a Matt LaFleur problem or a Brian Gutekunst problem?

    19 min
  3. Jason Wilde: The Packers’ Offensive Line Is the Biggest Threat to a Super Bowl Run

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    Jason Wilde: The Packers’ Offensive Line Is the Biggest Threat to a Super Bowl Run

    ESPN Wisconsin reporter Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy for a blunt, detailed breakdown of what he believes is the Green Bay Packers’ most urgent and self-inflicted problem: the offensive line. 021026 Jason on JGC Wilde explains why, despite optimism from the front office, the Packers enter the offseason with more questions than answers up front — and why those questions directly threaten Jordan Love’s development and the team’s Super Bowl aspirations. 🏈 “They blew up a top-10 offensive line” Wilde lays out the core issue clearly: The Packers entered last season with a top-10 offensive line, then chose to dismantle it. In his view, that decision: Was unnecessary Was avoidable And has now created multiple holes instead of one Letting Josh Myers walk for a modest contract, overspending for Aaron Banks, and moving Elgton Jenkins out of position all compounded the problem — and now Green Bay is staring at an offseason with no clear center, shaky guard play, and depth concerns everywhere. 🧠 Youth obsession vs reality Wilde takes direct issue with Brian Gutekunst’s dismissal of age concerns, especially the idea that turning 30 is some sort of hard cutoff. He points out: Offensive linemen age better than almost any position Productive veterans are still valuable Development only matters if you actually retain the players you develop To Wilde, the contradiction is glaring: If your philosophy is development, why are you letting developed players walk? 🔄 Trust erosion and ripple effects Wilde explains why offensive line instability affects everything: Play-calling becomes conservative Quarterbacks rush decisions Game plans shrink under pressure He references the playoff loss to the Bears, where Jordan Love went from protected to overwhelmed — a swing Wilde believes directly contributed to the collapse. 🧱 No plan, no margin for error As Wilde walks through a hypothetical starting lineup, the concern only grows: Jordan Morgan at left tackle Aaron Banks at guard Jacob Monk at center Anthony Belton at guard Zach Tom returning from patellar tendon surgery In Wilde’s words, that’s not a championship offensive line — it’s a hope-and-pray lineup with no margin for injuries or regression. ⚖️ The bottom line Jason Wilde’s conclusion is blunt: The Packers created this problem themselves They dismissed affordable veteran solutions And now must solve multiple issues with limited resources Unless Green Bay adjusts its philosophy and re-embraces experience, Wilde believes the same offensive failures will repeat — regardless of how talented Jordan Love becomes. 🎧 A candid, critical, and deeply informed breakdown of the Packers’ offensive line philosophy — and why it may be the single biggest obstacle between Green Bay and another Super Bowl — with Jason Wilde on Jen, Gabe & Chewy. Green Bay Packers, Jason Wilde, Packers offensive line, Jordan Love protection, Brian Gutekunst, Packers roster philosophy, Packers youth movement, Elgton Jenkins, Josh Myers, Packers offseason needs, Packers Super Bowl window, ESPN Milwaukee, Jen Gabe and Chewy

    19 min

  4. 4 DAYS AGO

    What Did We Really Learn From Gutekunst? | Packers Offseason Questions Pile Up - Weekly Wilde

    The Packers season is over — and the questions are just beginning. On the penultimate episode of Season 2 of Weekly Wilde, Jason Wilde and Alex Strouf react to Brian Gutekunst’s first press conference since the end of the season and what it did (and didn’t) reveal about Green Bay’s direction. They discuss the GM’s messaging, frustration over vague answers, the continued loyalty within the coaching staff, and why some fans are struggling to see real accountability after another disappointing finish. Plus, with Super Bowl week here, Jason shares stories about Ron Wolf and why his fingerprints are all over this matchup — from Green Bay to New England and beyond. They also dig into the Packers’ biggest roster questions heading into the offseason, including the defensive line, offensive line, cornerback, and what comes next with key veterans. This is a big offseason for Green Bay — and this conversation sets the stage for what matters most.

    28 min
  5. Jason Wilde: Malik Willis’ Market, Rashan Gary’s Fork in the Road & Packers Cap Reality

    4 DAYS AGO

    Jason Wilde: Malik Willis’ Market, Rashan Gary’s Fork in the Road & Packers Cap Reality

    ESPN Wisconsin reporter Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy with a clear-eyed breakdown of the Green Bay Packers’ looming salary-cap decisions, focusing on Malik Willis’ rising free-agent value, Rashan Gary’s uncertain future, and why the front office must act quickly — even if they won’t say it publicly. 020626 Jason on JGC Wilde begins by addressing the quarterback coach search, explaining that while outside names like Matt Schaub have been floated, the Packers already have internal options — including simply expanding Luke Getsy’s role, given his history working with both Jordan Love and Aaron Rodgers. 🏈 Malik Willis: from afterthought to real market One of the most revealing parts of the segment centers on Malik Willis, whose performance in Green Bay has dramatically altered his career trajectory. Wilde explains: Teams around the league are desperate for quarterbacks Many will excuse Willis’ struggles in Tennessee due to organizational instability His Packers tape will carry significant weight in evaluations He’s likely to be signed to compete for a starting job, not just as a backup Wilde compares the situation to Matt Flynn’s free agency, where opportunity — not guarantees — drove the market. The takeaway: Willis will have real leverage, and keeping him won’t be cheap. 🧠 Rashan Gary: no ‘Option C’ The conversation then turns blunt when discussing Rashan Gary. Wilde lays out what he believes are the only realistic paths: Restructure with a significant pay cut, allowing Gary to earn money back via incentives Move on entirely and reclaim cap space What doesn’t exist, in Wilde’s view, is a third option: Leaving the contract as-is would be personnel malpractice. After a season where Gary went 10 straight games without a sack, Wilde argues the Packers cannot justify paying him like an elite pass rusher without elite production. 💰 Josh Jacobs and the Aaron Jones warning sign Wilde draws a direct parallel between current praise for Josh Jacobs and past praise for Aaron Jones. He reminds listeners: Gutekunst once said they’d do “whatever it takes” to keep Jones The eventual offer told a very different story Jones went on to produce immediately elsewhere That history makes Wilde cautious about reading too much into glowing words. If the Packers truly want to keep Jacobs, they’ll need to: Convert salary to bonus Add void years Lower his $10.4 million cap hit Otherwise, the praise won’t matter. 🧮 Cap space doesn’t appear magically A core truth Wilde stresses repeatedly: The Packers cannot meaningfully participate in free agency without first creating cap space. That likely means: Restructuring contracts Moving on from veterans like Elgton Jenkins or Rashan Gary Accepting short-term dead money Public optimism, Wilde says, is strategic — not revealing. Internally, decisions are already mapped out. 🌍 International games are coming Before wrapping up, Wilde also weighs in on the NFL’s international expansion, saying he would be shocked if the Packers don’t play overseas this season — most likely in Munich, given Green Bay’s strong brand presence in Germany and previous league designations. He references former team president Mark Murphy’s comments, noting once again that Murphy often floated league plans publicly long before they became official. ⚖️ The bottom line Jason Wilde leaves listeners with a firm conclusion: Malik Willis will have options Rashan Gary’s situation must be resolved quickly Josh Jacobs’ future depends on actual cap moves, not quotes And the Packers’ “we can do whatever we want” rhetoric only works if they follow through The next few weeks will reveal whether Green Bay is serious about competing — or simply managing the cap with optimism. 🎧 A grounded, insider look at Packers roster decisions, quarterback markets, and why the hard part of the offseason is already here — with Jason Wilde on Jen, Gabe & Chewy. Green Bay Packers, Jason Wilde, Malik Willis free ...

    15 min
  6. Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

    5 DAYS AGO

    Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

    Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to discuss whether the Packers need to add more veterans to help close out games next season. He also shared who could emerge as a “closer” if the roster remains young and which current Packers could be comparable to players from the 2010 Super Bowl team.

    14 min
  7. Jason Wilde: Why ‘Everything Is Fine’ Doesn’t Add Up — Packers Mixed Messages & a Veteran Void

    5 DAYS AGO

    Jason Wilde: Why ‘Everything Is Fine’ Doesn’t Add Up — Packers Mixed Messages & a Veteran Void

    ESPN Wisconsin reporter Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy with one of his most pointed critiques yet of the Green Bay Packers’ offseason messaging — arguing that too many things Brian Gutekunst said simply cannot all be true at the same time. 020526 Jason on JGC The conversation begins with Wilde reacting to Gutekunst’s end-of-season press conference, which struck him as oddly upbeat given how dramatically the Packers underperformed relative to expectations. Wilde explains why the tone bothered him, not because it was dishonest — but because it was inconsistent. 🏈 “If everything’s great… then just say what went wrong” Wilde lays out his core frustration: If the Packers truly believe they were a “pretty damn good football team” derailed primarily by injuries, why won’t leadership just say that out loud? Instead, Gutekunst praised nearly everyone — players, coaches, culture — while simultaneously acknowledging the team needs to “learn how to close games.” To Wilde, that creates a logical gap: Either the roster was good enough Or it wasn’t But you can’t pretend everything is fine while also acknowledging major shortcomings As Wilde puts it, both things can’t be true. 🧠 Ron Wolf vs modern messaging Wilde contrasts Gutekunst’s approach with that of Ron Wolf, describing Wolf as a straight shooter who never worried about cushioning answers or protecting feelings. Wolf told the truth — even when it was uncomfortable — and Wilde admits that honesty could be intimidating, but it also created clarity. Today’s approach, by contrast, feels overly careful and, at times, evasive. Wilde wonders aloud whether: Player sensitivity Modern media cycles Or internal politics …have made executives hesitant to speak plainly — even when plain truth might actually help. 🔄 The Aaron Jones example — history repeating One of the most telling comparisons Wilde raises is Aaron Jones. He reminds listeners: Gutekunst once said they’d do “whatever it takes” to keep Jones Then offered a deal so low it effectively forced him out Jones went on to rush for 1,000 yards with Minnesota That history makes Wilde skeptical when Gutekunst now gushes about Josh Jacobs as an irreplaceable locker-room presence. Wilde asks the obvious question: If he’s that important, what are you actually going to do to keep him? Words without follow-through have consequences — especially with veterans. 🏈 Rashan Gary and accountability The most heated portion of the segment centers on Rashan Gary, who finished the season with 10 straight games without a sack. Wilde doesn’t dismiss pressures or effort — but he refuses to sugarcoat the result: You cannot be paid like an elite pass rusher and go 10 games without a sack. To him, calling that a “great year” isn’t optimism — it’s a refusal to apply accountability. 🧓 The veteran problem Wilde circles back repeatedly to what he sees as the Packers’ biggest blind spot: the near-total absence of veteran leadership. He references conversations with Evan Williams, who candidly admitted the team: Doesn’t handle success well Struggles with adversity Lacks maturity in key moments Wilde argues that a handful of veterans — not stars, just experienced pros — could act as on-field coaches, stabilizing young players the way veterans once did for him and others. He cites examples like: Eugene Robinson Keith Jackson Eddie West Players who taught by example and filled gaps no coaching staff could reach alone. ⚖️ The bottom line Jason Wilde’s conclusion is blunt but measured: The Packers have talent They have youth They have culture But they may be overvaluing harmony and undervaluing honesty. Without clearer messaging, stronger accountability, and a willingness to invest in veteran leadership, the same problems — late-game collapses, emotional swings, and inconsistency — are likely to repeat. 🎧 A thoughtful, critical, and deeply informed breakdown of Packers philosophy, messaging, and why “everything’ ...

    18 min
  8. Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

    6 DAYS AGO

    Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

    Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to break down GM Brian Gutekunst’s press conference, including why Gutekunst refused to blame injuries for how the season unfolded and what surprised Wilde the most from his comments. The discussion also covered whether Gutekunst believes the Packers can retain all of their free agents and if he truly feels special teams have improved under Rich Bisaccia. The conversation wrapped up with a look at Matt LaFleur’s standing compared to the coaches hired during this offseason’s carousel and whether the Packers still need to learn how to finish games.

    22 min
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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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    2021 - 2026
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