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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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Jason Wilde on Rich Bisaccia & Special Teams Fallout + Badgers Athletics Getting More Tax Funds!

Jason Wilde joins Jim, Matt & Molly to talk about the fallout from Rich Bisaccia stepping down as Packers' special-teams coordinator and more from this confusing offseason -- how frustrated should fans feel about Rich's departure 38 DAYS after the end of the season? Also, how will the loss of Bisaccia impact the locker room and the culture, and can the Packers find an unheralded coordinator to take over (aka "their Matt Hamilton")? First, Jason gets a look at Matt's closing ceremonies Olympic fit, and he shares his thoughts on Badgers athletics getting a tax bill passes to help UW keep up in the NIL era -- what if Wisconsin eventually decides to cut Olympic sports?

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17 HR AGO

Jason Wilde: Packers O-Line Is a Bigger Problem Than You Think

Jason Wilde drops by Jen, Gabe & Chewy and the conversation starts with why Green Bay’s current projection up front is the biggest red-flag position group on the roster, how the Bears loss exposed protection cracks when pressure finally showed up, and why the Packers don’t have their usual “next guy ready” safety net. From tough calls on veterans, to the center dilemma, to draft targets (including Iowa’s Logan Jones getting the Bulaga seal of approval), Wilde makes the case that the line needs real answers, not vibes. And yes, special teams still get their spotlight: Wilde reacts to the post-Bisaccia hunt and even pitches a wild-card replacement candidate with an Army-to-Iraq-helicopter-pilot resume… because if you can fly missions over Iraq, you can probably figure out punt returns.

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1 DAY AGO

Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to break down the latest around the Green Bay Packers and their NFC North rivals. The conversation started with reaction to reports that the Chicago Bears are exploring building a stadium in Indiana and what that could mean for the rivalry. From there, the focus shifted to Green Bay’s offseason priorities — specifically the offensive line. Which position group up front is the biggest key, and is the O-line the Packers’ biggest question mark heading into the season? They wrapped with some quarterback talk, debating which signal-caller would pose the tougher challenge if they were with the Minnesota Vikings — Malik Willis or Aaron Rodgers.

17 min
1 DAY AGO

Jason Wilde on KBN

Jason Wilde joined KBN to break down the latest surrounding the Green Bay Packers, starting with a little NFC North banter — does he regret ever wishing the Chicago Bears were good considering how insufferable their fans have become? The conversation shifted to Associate Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator Rich Bisaccia stepping down. Who ultimately made the call, and why didn’t it happen a month earlier? The guys debated whether the special teams issues were on Bisaccia or tied more to the roster-building philosophy of GM Brian Gutekunst. They also evaluated Jordan Love’s 2025 season — was it simply average? — and examined why the Packers’ year ultimately ended the way it did.

17 min
1 DAY AGO

Jason Wilde Questions the Bisaccia Exit: “It Just Doesn’t Add Up”

Rich Bisaccia is out in Green Bay, and Jason Wilde isn’t buying the easy explanation. In his appearance on Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Wilde digs into the timing of Bisaccia’s departure and why the whole situation feels off. Forty days after the Bears loss, with other teams already filling special teams jobs and assistants moving on, Wilde says the press release and glowing quotes don’t answer the real questions. Was this friction? Reflection? Something else entirely? The conversation dives into what Bisaccia actually meant to the Packers. Was he respected as a culture-setter, or just liked as “the easy teacher”? Wilde pushes back on that narrative, arguing that players respected him as both a coach and a leader. At the same time, he acknowledges the glaring special teams failures — especially in the return game — and walks through how special teams rankings really work, why Daniel Whelan’s elite punting doesn’t erase return struggles, and how one bad kicking performance can skew the perception of the entire unit.

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2 DAYS AGO

Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to break down Rich Bisaccia stepping down and whether a return to the college ranks could be in his future. The conversation also explored whether Bisaccia played a role in Matthew Golden not being used more as a returner, and how the Packers handled the kicking situation during Brandon McManus’ injury. Wilde also reflected on whether Bisaccia inherited a dumpster fire on special teams, if history will be kind to his tenure in Green Bay, and whether Packers fans should be concerned about finding the right replacement.

22 min
3 DAYS AGO

Jason Wilde on Packers' Big Three Blame Pie & Matt LaFleur the Motivator! - Jim, Matt & Molly

Jason Wilde joins Jim & Molly to talk about the Packers' offseason and the shortcomings of their Big Three - Love, LaFleur & Gutey! First, Jim asks Jason to grade Matt LaFleur's postgame speech to the Badgers MBB after last Friday's big win over MSU -- is a "lack of grit" the biggest issue for LaFleur as a head coach? Jason also shares his insight for LaFleur's biggest strength as a head coach, and he breaks down his assessment of the "blame pie" for why the Packers haven't won a Super Bowl in the Love-LaFleur-Gutey era!

17 min
3 DAYS AGO

Jason Wilde: Jordan Love at 14? Cap Pressure, Gary Decisions & What the Packers Are Really Planning

ESPN Wisconsin reporter Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to address the debate Packers fans can’t stop arguing about: Is Jordan Love really just the 14th-best quarterback in the NFL? 021726 Jason on JGC Wilde pushes back on the ranking and explains why both the eye test and the numbers suggest Love belongs higher — and why the criticism of Matt LaFleur from a vocal portion of the fan base surprises people outside Wisconsin. 🏈 If Love Is 14th… What Does That Say About LaFleur? Wilde makes an interesting point: If Jordan Love is truly middle-of-the-pack while the Packers consistently make the playoffs, then Matt LaFleur deserves even more credit than critics give him. Outside the Green Bay bubble, Wilde says many observers are stunned by how quickly some Packers fans are willing to move on from LaFleur — especially given the sustained success. 💰 The Real Story: Roster Bonus Decisions From there, the conversation pivots to the cap calendar. Wilde explains that the next few weeks are critical because of: Roster bonus trigger dates Restructure pivot points “Water get off the pot” decisions Players like Rashan Gary and Elgton Jenkins face major financial crossroads, where the Packers must decide whether to: Convert bonuses and spread money out Restructure at lower numbers Or move on entirely Wilde calls it personnel malpractice if the front office doesn’t already know which direction it’s going. 🧠 Aaron Banks & Nate Hobbs Structure Tells a Story Wilde notes something subtle but important: The Packers structured the contracts of Aaron Banks and Nate Hobbs differently than recent signings — building in roster bonuses that the players may never see. That tells you the front office wanted flexibility. Banks’ future, in particular, isn’t as secure as it once looked. 🔄 Malik Willis Is About to Get Paid The quarterback market also enters the discussion. With a weak draft class and limited free agent options, Wilde believes Malik Willis’ market is real — potentially similar to Justin Fields’ two-year, $40 million deal. That impacts the Packers’ compensatory pick equation, which Wilde says they are absolutely factoring into their strategy. Green Bay could be targeting the maximum four comp picks in 2027 — meaning external signings will likely come from the “released veteran” market instead of true unrestricted free agents. ⚖️ The Bottom Line Jason Wilde’s message is measured but clear: Jordan Love isn’t 14th. LaFleur isn’t on the hot seat nationally. The Packers have cap levers — but using them requires sacrifice. And the roster bonus decisions coming in the next 20 days will define this offseason. The Packers may look stable on the surface — but behind the scenes, the next wave of major decisions is already underway. 🎧 A sharp, insider breakdown of quarterback rankings, coaching perception, and the financial dominoes about to fall in Green Bay — with Jason Wilde on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.

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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