The Packer Project | Packers: DERAILED and The Daily Cheese

J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck
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The Packer Project is a Green Bay Packers football hub for fans who want to go deeper, get smarter, and have fun along the way. Join J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck for Packers podcasts, livestreams, written analysis, NFL Draft tools, and year-round football content built for fans who want more than surface-level takes. From Green Bay Packers news and roster moves to game reactions, player deep dives, team-building debates, NFC North storylines, and NFL Draft analysis, The Packer Project helps Packers fans understand what is happening, why it matters, and where the team is headed next. Packers: DERAILED is the unpredictable Packers livestream where smart football analysis, listener questions, wild detours, and occasional Godzilla-level tangents all collide. For the best DERAILED experience, watch live on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@PackerProject, where you can join the conversation, send in questions, and help push the show completely off track in the best way possible. The Packer Project also includes The Daily Cheese, your quick Green Bay Packers news update, plus written Packers content, powerful NFL Draft analysis tools, Packers Mock Draft Lab, and upcoming coverage of northern college football. Subscribe for Green Bay Packers news, Packers analysis, NFL Draft breakdowns, deep dives, livestreams, and football talk that is smart, interactive, and never boring.

  1. 4d ago

    Two Packers Starting Jobs Are Suddenly UP FOR GRABS

    Two Packers starting jobs may be up for grabs, but the biggest takeaway from training camp is that Green Bay is finally willing to test its assumptions. Anthony Belton has been pushed out of the first-team right guard spot, while Jacob Monk has received an extended look with the starters. When Zach Bako-Bewele returned at right tackle, Monk stayed at guard and Belton rotated behind him. Rookie Jager Burton has also continued working with the first unit at left guard while Aaron Banks works his way back through a managed return. Is Monk really strong enough to be an NFL guard? Is Burton the more exciting long-term answer? And if Belton cannot win back a starting role, is he now simply depth at tackle and guard? On the other side of the ball, Brandon Cisse has made the cornerback competition very real. The rookie has earned first-team reps, won big moments against Christian Watson, and made a serious case that CB2 could be his job to lose. But we also pump the brakes on the "Cisse is already a star" training-camp hype. Carrington Valentine has missed time with a hamstring injury, Keisean Nixon has rotated with the second team, and Benjamin St-Juste and Jalen Simpson have both entered the picture. The Packers have more answers to find than they did a week ago, but at least the coaching staff is making the competition matter. J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck also discuss: • Green Bay's wave of new signings, including Trey Dean III, Tra Fluellen, Chris Hilton Jr., Kisean Johnson, Drew Biber, McCallan Castles and Kaden Prather • Why the Packers suddenly need so many extra tight ends in camp • Tucker Kraft's limited return, Luke Musgrave's neck issue and the increasingly thin TE room • Matthew Golden's toe injury, Jayden Reed's ankle injury and the pressure on Green Bay's receiver depth • Savion Williams, Isaiah Neyor and J. Michael Sturdivant fighting for bigger opportunities • Jordan Morgan at left tackle, Darian Kinnard's struggles and the offensive line's broader depth problem • Whether the early pass-rush production is real or partly a product of a shuffled offensive line • Why Barryn Sorrell appears to be emerging as EDGE2, plus flashes from Lukas Van Ness, Brenton Cox Jr., Dani Dennis-Sutton, Collin Oliver and Anthony Campbell • Devonte Wyatt's return to 11-on-11 work and Javon Hargrave's ramp-up • Our reaction to the Packers' first unofficial depth chart • What we need to see when Green Bay opens the preseason against Pittsburgh The Packers have not officially named new starters. But with Belton and Nixon losing first-team work, Cisse rising, Monk and Burton getting real opportunities, and injuries reshaping several position groups, the first preseason game should tell us a lot more than another week of camp hype. Subscribe to The Packer Project for Packers news, analysis and Packers: DERAILED livestreams. Packers: DERAILED moves to its regular-season schedule next week: Tuesdays at 7:15 CT. #Packers #GreenBayPackers #PackersNews

    Two Packers Starting Jobs Are Suddenly UP FOR GRABS

  2. Aug 5

    Is This Packers Defense Already ELITE? Training Camp Reality Check

    The Green Bay Packers are five practices into 2026 training camp, and Jonathan Gannon’s defense is already controlling the action. Is this the first sign of an elite Packers defense, or should we be concerned about an offense practicing without several essential pieces? On this live episode of Packers: DERAILED, J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck break down everything that has happened at Packers training camp so far. Jordan Love has largely played well despite the defense’s success, while rookie wide receiver Matthew Golden is quickly becoming one of the biggest stories of camp. Christian Watson looks healthy and explosive, Jayden Reed remains a versatile weapon and several receivers are making serious pushes for roster spots. The offensive line is much harder to evaluate. Zach Bako-Bewele, formerly Zach Tom, and Aaron Banks have both been limited, leaving Green Bay to practice with a temporary starting combination. We examine Sean Rhyan’s transition to center, Anthony Belton’s opportunity at right guard, Darian Kinnard’s difficult assignment at right tackle and whether the offense’s struggles should actually concern Packers fans. Defensively, we discuss Gannon’s early schematic fingerprints, including simulated pressure, A-gap threats, three-safety packages, cornerback blitzes and constant post-snap disguise. Lukas Van Ness, Barryn Sorrell, Dani Dennis-Sutton, Brenton Cox and Collin Oliver are also creating optimism about Green Bay’s pass-rush depth while Micah Parsons remains unavailable. Plus, we break down the emerging cornerback competition between Carrington Valentine, Brandon Cisse and Benjamin St-Juste; Anthony Campbell’s remarkable run of batted passes; MarShawn Lloyd’s encouraging start; Green Bay’s growing tight-end injury problem; and Trey Smack’s uneven performance as the only kicker currently on the roster. Who are the biggest winners and losers from the opening stretch of Packers training camp? Which performances are real, which are being influenced by injuries, and what should Packers fans be watching next? Join us live and bring your questions about any player on the Packers roster. Subscribe to Packer Project for year-round Green Bay Packers analysis, live conversations and Packers: DERAILED with J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck. 💸 Donate Some Love: If you love the show, please consider helping to keep us “derailed” at https://venmo.com/packerproject or https://cash.app/$PackerProject Join J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck as they dive into everything football—covering the Green Bay Packers, the NFL Draft, and, of course, the best of northern college football with smart analysis… when we can stay on track. Our audience loves derailing us with wild off-topic questions, leading to rants on everything from football to Godzilla. Join us for game insights, laughs, and endless twists—where every episode goes off the rails in the best way possible! For the best DERAILED experience, join the livestream on YouTube so you can interact live and send us questions or comments that may or may not make us get off track... 📺 Watch Live on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@PackerProject 📱 If You Can’t Join Us Live… you can leave a chat or voicemail for the show by texting or calling (231) 714-4195 Hosts: https://x.com/JJLahey & https://x.com/JakeNFLDraft

    Is This Packers Defense Already ELITE? Training Camp Reality Check

  3. Jul 30

    The SEC Is in TROUBLE: Northern College Football Is LOADED in 2026

    Northern college football has won three consecutive national championships, and the SEC could be in trouble again in 2026. J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck draft the Northern College Football teams they are most excited to watch this season, beginning with Marcus Freeman and a loaded Notre Dame roster. Could the Fighting Irish finally finish the job and win the national championship? We also break down Dan Lanning and Oregon, Ryan Day’s loaded Ohio State Buckeyes, Curt Cignetti’s defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers, an intriguing Washington team led by Demond Williams Jr., and the beginning of the Kyle Whittingham era at Michigan. Which Northern team has the best chance to win it all? Can Indiana repeat with Josh Hoover replacing Fernando Mendoza? Will Oregon finally deliver in the College Football Playoff? Can Bryce Underwood take a major leap at Michigan? And which programs belong in the next tier of playoff contenders? Plus, we discuss Penn State under Matt Campbell, BYU, Iowa, Utah, Nebraska, Illinois, Wisconsin’s collapse under Luke Fickell and another potentially miserable season for Purdue. Subscribe for more Northern College Football coverage throughout the 2026 season.

    The SEC Is in TROUBLE: Northern College Football Is LOADED in 2026

  4. Jul 29

    Micah Parsons’ Timeline, Vita Vea Wants Out, and LaFleur Is on Notice

    Vita Vea has requested a trade from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, making the Green Bay Packers one of the NFL’s most interesting potential landing spots. What would Brian Gutekunst have to give up? How much would a new contract cost after Jalen Carter reset the defensive tackle market? And does paying a 31-year-old star make sense for this Packers roster? J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck break down Vea’s trade value and fit in Green Bay before discussing Micah Parsons’ recovery and a possible Week 6 return against the Dallas Cowboys. They also examine new Packers Lenny Krieg and Thomas Yassmin, then react to Ed Policy’s “continuity, not chaos” explanation for extending Matt LaFleur. Subscribe for intelligent Green Bay Packers analysis from Packers: DERAILED and The Packer Project. 💸 Donate Some Love: If you love the show, please consider helping to keep us “derailed” at https://venmo.com/packerproject or https://cash.app/$PackerProject Join J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck as they dive into everything football—covering the Green Bay Packers, the NFL Draft, and, of course, the best of northern college football with smart analysis… when we can stay on track. Our audience loves derailing us with wild off-topic questions, leading to rants on everything from football to Godzilla. Join us for game insights, laughs, and endless twists—where every episode goes off the rails in the best way possible! For the best DERAILED experience, join the livestream on YouTube so you can interact live and send us questions or comments that may or may not make us get off track... 📺 Watch Live on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@PackerProject 📱 If You Can’t Join Us Live… you can leave a chat or voicemail for the show by texting or calling (231) 714-4195 Hosts: https://x.com/JJLahey & https://x.com/JakeNFLDraft Track: Robin Hustin x TobiMorrow - Light It Up (feat. Jex) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/bdE_SyHad90 Free Download / Stream: https://ncs.io/LightItUp

    Micah Parsons’ Timeline, Vita Vea Wants Out, and LaFleur Is on Notice

  5. Jul 23

    The Best and Worst Picks of the Gutekunst Era

    How good is Brian Gutekunst at drafting? We ranked every Green Bay Packers draft pick Gutekunst has made as general manager, from first-round cornerstones and late-round steals to forgotten selections, costly misses and players whose stories are still being written. Which picks deserve the highest grades? Which classes quietly produced more value than Packers fans remember? And when you evaluate the entire record instead of focusing on Jordan Love, how does Gutekunst actually compare with the NFL’s best general managers? This is the complete Brian Gutekunst draft report card. #Packers #GreenBayPackers #briangutekunst 💸 Donate Some Love: If you love the show, please consider helping to keep us “derailed” at https://venmo.com/packerproject or https://cash.app/$PackerProject Join J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck as they dive into everything football—covering the Green Bay Packers, the NFL Draft, and, of course, the best of northern college football with smart analysis… when we can stay on track. Our audience loves derailing us with wild off-topic questions, leading to rants on everything from football to Godzilla. Join us for game insights, laughs, and endless twists—where every episode goes off the rails in the best way possible! For the best DERAILED experience, join the livestream on YouTube so you can interact live and send us questions or comments that may or may not make us get off track... 📺 Watch Live on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@PackerProject 📱 If You Can’t Join Us Live… you can leave a chat or voicemail for the show by texting or calling (231) 714-4195 Hosts: https://x.com/JJLahey & https://x.com/JakeNFLDraft Track: Robin Hustin x TobiMorrow - Light It Up (feat. Jex) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/bdE_SyHad90 Free Download / Stream: https://ncs.io/LightItUp

    The Best and Worst Picks of the Gutekunst Era

  6. Jul 20

    Devonte Wyatt gets PAID! Tucker Kraft is NEXT?

    New episode of The Daily Cheese, your news update for Green Bay Packers fans! Brought to you by The Packer Project and Packers: DERAILED. Follow me on X at @JJLahey. For more in-depth analysis, make sure you’re subscribed to YouTube.com/@PackerProject The Packers are handing out big money. Ian Rapoport reports that Green Bay has signed defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt to a three-year, $57 million extension, and Jordan Schultz reports that the team is actively working on Tucker Kraft as the next deal. Isaiah McDuffie also joins the conversation after receiving his own one-year extension and making a bold promise about the Packers’ pass rush while Micah Parsons recovers. Plus, Bears tight end Colston Loveland says Chicago talks about beating Green Bay every day, Aaron Donald continues to consider an NFL comeback, and Roger Goodell could be nearing another extension. Stay tuned to The Packer Project for daily Green Bay Packers coverage and listen to Packers: DERAILED for deeper Packers analysis. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Packers are handing out big money 00:25 Devonte Wyatt gets a $57 million extension 01:17 Is Tucker Kraft the next Packers extension? 01:45 Isaiah McDuffie makes a bold promise 02:52 Colston Loveland says Chicago Bears talk about beating Green Bay Packers every day 03:18 Aaron Donald comeback rumors 03:56 NFL to give Roger Goodell extension

    Devonte Wyatt gets PAID! Tucker Kraft is NEXT?

  7. Jul 15

    The Packers can have an ELITE defense...if Gutey fixes THIS

    How good is the Green Bay Packers defense compared with the rest of the NFC? We rank every NFC defense into tiers and examine whether Green Bay has enough talent to become a championship-level unit under Jonathan Gannon in 2026. The Packers have legitimate star power, but two unresolved position groups could determine the defense's ceiling. We break down Keisean Nixon and the concerning cornerback room, the pass-rush plan surrounding Micah Parsons, Lukas Van Ness and Green Bay's young EDGE defenders, and what Brian Gutekunst still needs to address before the season begins. 💸 Donate Some Love: If you love the show, please consider helping to keep us “derailed” at https://venmo.com/packerproject or https://cash.app/$PackerProject Join J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck as they dive into everything football—covering the Green Bay Packers, the NFL Draft, and, of course, the best of northern college football with smart analysis… when we can stay on track. Our audience loves derailing us with wild off-topic questions, leading to rants on everything from football to Godzilla. Join us for game insights, laughs, and endless twists—where every episode goes off the rails in the best way possible! For the best DERAILED experience, join the livestream on YouTube so you can interact live and send us questions or comments that may or may not make us get off track... 📺 Watch Live on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@PackerProject 📱 If You Can’t Join Us Live… you can leave a chat or voicemail for the show by texting or calling (231) 714-4195 Hosts: https://x.com/JJLahey & https://x.com/JakeNFLDraft Track: Robin Hustin x TobiMorrow - Light It Up (feat. Jex) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/bdE_SyHad90 Free Download / Stream: https://ncs.io/LightItUp

    The Packers can have an ELITE defense...if Gutey fixes THIS

  8. Jul 15

    We ranked every NFC QB...and Jordan Love changed the whole list

    Where does Jordan Love really rank among NFC quarterbacks entering the 2026 season? We build a complete NFC QB tier list and determine where the Green Bay Packers' franchise quarterback belongs compared with the conference's best. This is not simply a ranking based on last season's statistics. We debate each quarterback's talent, consistency, ceiling and ability to win meaningful games, while asking the question that matters most to Packers fans: How many NFC quarterbacks would you actually rather have leading Green Bay? 💸 Donate Some Love: If you love the show, please consider helping to keep us “derailed” at https://venmo.com/packerproject or https://cash.app/$PackerProject Join J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck as they dive into everything football—covering the Green Bay Packers, the NFL Draft, and, of course, the best of northern college football with smart analysis… when we can stay on track. Our audience loves derailing us with wild off-topic questions, leading to rants on everything from football to Godzilla. Join us for game insights, laughs, and endless twists—where every episode goes off the rails in the best way possible! For the best DERAILED experience, join the livestream on YouTube so you can interact live and send us questions or comments that may or may not make us get off track... 📺 Watch Live on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@PackerProject 📱 If You Can’t Join Us Live… you can leave a chat or voicemail for the show by texting or calling (231) 714-4195 Hosts: https://x.com/JJLahey & https://x.com/JakeNFLDraft Track: Robin Hustin x TobiMorrow - Light It Up (feat. Jex) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/bdE_SyHad90 Free Download / Stream: https://ncs.io/LightItUp

    We ranked every NFC QB...and Jordan Love changed the whole list
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The Packer Project is a Green Bay Packers football hub for fans who want to go deeper, get smarter, and have fun along the way. Join J.J. Lahey and Jake Schyvinck for Packers podcasts, livestreams, written analysis, NFL Draft tools, and year-round football content built for fans who want more than surface-level takes. From Green Bay Packers news and roster moves to game reactions, player deep dives, team-building debates, NFC North storylines, and NFL Draft analysis, The Packer Project helps Packers fans understand what is happening, why it matters, and where the team is headed next. Packers: DERAILED is the unpredictable Packers livestream where smart football analysis, listener questions, wild detours, and occasional Godzilla-level tangents all collide. For the best DERAILED experience, watch live on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@PackerProject, where you can join the conversation, send in questions, and help push the show completely off track in the best way possible. The Packer Project also includes The Daily Cheese, your quick Green Bay Packers news update, plus written Packers content, powerful NFL Draft analysis tools, Packers Mock Draft Lab, and upcoming coverage of northern college football. Subscribe for Green Bay Packers news, Packers analysis, NFL Draft breakdowns, deep dives, livestreams, and football talk that is smart, interactive, and never boring.

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