Second String Opinions

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Alex Strouf -- alongside his friends and enemies -- provides a comedic and chaotic commentary on all things Wisconsin sports each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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Ep. 412 Packers Cornerback Shakeup, Brewers Bounce Back & Preseason Takeaways

Mr. Irrelevant has a new name! On the first edition of Second String Opinions, Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers dive into a rapidly changing Packers cornerback room. Rookie Brandon Cissé is emerging as Green Bay’s top option, while Kiesean Nixon finds himself taking second-team reps and wondering if he’s being “punished.” The guys debate Nixon’s future, why Packers fans may be directing too much anger his way, and whether Cissé can become the long-term answer Green Bay has been searching for at corner. Plus, Jordan Morgan continues to impress at left tackle, Trey Smack might have finally solved the Packers’ kicker problem, and the Brewers respond to last week’s panic with a monster turnaround, including a franchise-record 22-run performance. The crew debates whether Milwaukee has restored any faith in a deep postseason run before another wild edition of One Word.
12 août

Ep. 411 Brewers Panic, LaFleur vs. Ben Johnson & Packers Preseason Preview

On this week's Mr. Irrelevant, Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers sound the alarm on the Brewers after another ugly stretch exposes concerns with the starting rotation and a slumping offense. The guys debate whether Milwaukee's lack of aggression at the trade deadline has lowered the team's postseason ceiling and whether it's time to abandon World Series expectations. Plus, the Packers' preseason opener is here. The crew debates Ben Johnson's aggressive offensive philosophy compared to Matt LaFleur, whether LaFleur can finally unleash Jordan Love, and if Green Bay's revamped offensive line is actually an upgrade. They also discuss which Packers should see the field in the preseason before another chaotic edition of One Word.
5 août

Ep. 410 Packers Panic? Trey Smack, Matt LaFleur & the Brewers' Deadline Debate

On this week's Mr. Irrelevant, Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers dive into the Packers' rocky start to training camp, questioning Matt LaFleur's handling of rookie kicker Trey Smack and debating whether Green Bay is once again slow to make obvious personnel decisions. The guys also discuss encouraging early signs from Jordan Morgan and Matthew Golden, break down why the Brewers came up short in the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes, and debate whether Milwaukee values "controllable years" too much when a World Series is within reach. Plus, another hilarious edition of One Word Wednesday features Justin Herbert's engagement, Zach Hample getting denied a home run ball, a movie theater evacuated by a legendary fart, and much more.
29 juil.

Ep. 409 Packers Training Camp Is HERE + Tucker Kraft Contract Drama

Football is officially back as Packers training camp gets underway, and Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers break down everything from Day 1 in Green Bay. The guys react to Brian Gutekunst and Matt LaFleur's opening press conferences, debate the latest on Tucker Kraft's contract extension, discuss Keyshawn Nixon's mysterious hamstring injury, and play a new game of "Does It Matter?" to sort through the biggest storylines entering camp. Plus, they debate whether the Brewers will actually make a blockbuster trade before the deadline, revisit the latest Freddy Peralta rumors, and wrap up with another entertaining edition of One Word Wednesday.
22 juil.

Ep. 408 Packers Hype, Matt LaFleur's Biggest Questions & Will's Ireland Adventure

On this week's Mr. Irrelevant, Alex Strouf and Josh DiMaggio are live from Door County Distillery as Packers training camp sits just one week away. The guys debate whether Green Bay has officially crossed into Super Bowl contender territory, discuss Matt LaFleur's biggest questions entering camp, and break down why the offensive line, kicker, and cornerback remain the team's biggest concerns. They also revisit the never-ending Sal Frelick debate after his trip to the injured list, discuss Jacob Misiorowski's workload, react to LeBron James' free agency saga, and dive into SEC expansion talk. Plus, Will Sommers returns from Ireland with stories about working on a dairy farm, joining a bachelor party, buying a rugby ball, and everything in between.
15 juil.

Ep. 407 Jordan Love vs. Caleb & Brewers Make a Move

Jordan Love's place among the NFL's top quarterbacks sparks a spirited debate after ESPN's rankings leave him behind Caleb Williams, leading to a bigger conversation about expectations, MVP potential, and whether Love is ready to become undeniable. The guys also discuss Matt LaFleur's offense, the Packers' lack of nationally recognized stars, and why 2026 feels like a defining season in Green Bay. On the Brewers side, they break down Milwaukee's first-half success, Jacob Misiorowski's workload management, and the club's very Brewers-style trade for Lance McCullers Jr. They wrap up by discussing the Bears' obsession with beating the Packers, Colston Loveland's comments, and why Milwaukee still needs to be aggressive before the MLB trade deadline.
8 juil.

Ep. 406 The Most Important Packer Isn't Who You Think + Luis Lara Is Here... Now What?

On this week's Mr. Irrelevant, Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers dive into a heated debate over Sal Frelick's future after Luis Lara's impressive MLB debut. The guys argue whether the Brewers should stick with Frelick or make room for their top prospect, discuss Brandon Woodruff's latest injury setback and what his role should be if he returns, and break down the Packers' most important players heading into training camp. Plus, Will shares the story of waking up to a smashed car window, One Word Wednesday returns with plenty of nonsense, and the crew somehow ends up debating World Cup soccer, Taylor Swift's wedding, and time zones. Business as usual on Mr. Irrelevant.
6 juil. · Bonus

State of the 2026 Green Bay Packers - Hour 1

Alex Strouf, Jason Wilde and Gabe Neitzel open State of the Packers from Summerfest by debating Matt LaFleur’s fresh contract extension, the late-season collapse, and whether “finishing” is really something a team can practice. They weigh how much blame belongs to LaFleur versus Brian Gutekunst after injuries, offensive line issues and the Micah Parsons trade all shaped the 2025 ending. The guys then turn to Jordan Love, asking whether 2026 is the year he goes from good to great and starts elevating everyone around him. The hour also digs into Green Bay’s streamlined pass-catching group after extensions for Christian Watson and Jayden Reed, with Tucker Kraft expected to be next and defined roles replacing last year’s overcrowded receiver room. They close with the running backs, including Josh Jacobs’ uncertain offseason situation, Marshawn Lloyd’s mystery, and how much Chris Brooks can realistically handle.

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Best product ESPN Wisconsin has produced in a long time

13/09/2025

Hukb75

The interaction between Alex and Josh is a very fun listen and does not feel forced or over the top. Josh continues to be my favorite personality on the network and any chance he is given to have a more prominent presence is well deserved. Love Will’s wide eyed earnestness and great youthful energy. Keep it up guys!
Lighthearted and fun sports show

13/08/2024

hawkfly

Alex brings a great personality to his show along side a few other characters. If you want to stay up to date on Wisconsin sports, banter, drama, an all things in between this is a great way to do so!

Alex Strouf -- alongside his friends and enemies -- provides a comedic and chaotic commentary on all things Wisconsin sports each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.