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  1. Packers Drop in NFLPA Grades — Are Owners Afraid of Accountability?

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    Packers Drop in NFLPA Grades — Are Owners Afraid of Accountability?

    The NFLPA released its annual player report cards — and the Packers dropped from 7th to 21st. But the bigger story? NFL owners tried to block the grades from becoming public. In this Friday conversation on Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Good Karma Brands founder and CEO Craig Karmazin reacts to the controversy, breaking down what these grades actually mean — and why billionaire NFL owners may not love being evaluated by their own players. 022726 Craig on JGC 🏈 Owners Don’t Like Being Graded Craig explains the dynamic clearly: NFL owners are mega-billionaires. They are rarely publicly evaluated. Now players are grading them. There’s even an “Owner” grade on the report card. For organizations used to operating without public scrutiny, that’s uncomfortable. Craig’s take: This isn’t necessarily about the Packers getting worse. It’s about other teams investing heavily to avoid embarrassment. Nobody wants an F next to their name. 📊 What Do You Actually Do With Bad Grades? The conversation shifts to leadership philosophy. When your organization gets: A C in the training room A drop in coaching grades A lower overall ranking Do you panic? Or do you contextualize? Craig explains how his own company handles internal surveys: Read the comments, not just the scores Look at timing and context Determine whether lower “likability” equals lower effectiveness Just because Matt LaFleur dropped from an A-minus to a B-minus doesn’t automatically mean he’s worse at his job. 🧠 The “Best Friend at Work” Question One of the most interesting moments comes when Craig explains why organizations ask: “Do you have a best friend at work?” It’s not fluffy. Research shows it’s the question most correlated with: Engagement Retention High performance When teammates feel connected, organizations win. That philosophy applies to football teams, too. 🏀 Bucks 8-2 Without Giannis The segment also pivots to the Milwaukee Bucks, who are 8-2 in their last 10 games — despite Giannis being out. Craig credits: Resilience Youth stepping up Trade deadline noise lifting He suggests the heavy trade speculation earlier may have weighed on the locker room more than fans realized. With that cloud gone, the team looks freer — and more dangerous. ⚖️ The Bottom Line The Packers’ grade drop isn’t a five-alarm fire. But the NFL trying to suppress transparency? That’s revealing. When billionaires don’t want to be graded, it tells you something. And whether it’s player surveys or playoff pushes, accountability and culture still matter — on and off the field. 🎧 A smart, leadership-focused conversation about NFL transparency, Packers perception, and Bucks momentum — with Craig Karmazin on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.

    15 мин.
  2. Adam Schefter: Malik Willis Could Get $50M?! QB Market Is About to Explode

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    Adam Schefter: Malik Willis Could Get $50M?! QB Market Is About to Explode

    Malik Willis may be the most fascinating quarterback on the free agent market — and the numbers being floated are staggering. In this edition of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins the show live from airport chaos en route to the NFL Combine to break down why Willis’ timing could lead to a massive payday — potentially in the $40–50 million per year range. 022526 Schefter on JGC 🏈 Why Malik Willis’ Timing Is Perfect Schefter explains the simple equation: Weak quarterback draft class Limited veteran options Multiple QB-needy teams Desperation across the league That combination creates leverage. He compares the situation to Justin Fields’ deal last year — but notes the ceiling may be significantly higher because of market scarcity. Timing + talent = money. 🔄 Kyler Murray, Tua & The Domino Effect The conversation expands to other quarterbacks whose futures feel uncertain: Kyler Murray — Are the Cardinals truly committed? Tua Tagovailoa — Contract complications and durability questions Daniel Jones — Could the Colts make a move? Schefter makes it clear: When quarterback supply is thin, even imperfect options gain serious value. 🧀 What This Means for the Packers Green Bay may not need a starting quarterback — but losing Willis could force them into the veteran backup market. Schefter notes that for quarterbacks who can’t land starting jobs, a place like Green Bay could be appealing: Stable organization Strong coaching staff Opportunity to reset But the price may surprise people. 💰 Seahawks Sale: $10 Billion?! In one of the most jaw-dropping parts of the interview, Schefter discusses the Seattle Seahawks potentially selling — and how the number being floated could reach $10 billion. NFL franchise values continue to skyrocket, and ownership investment remains one of the most stable assets in sports. The NFL’s financial engine isn’t slowing down. ✈️ Combine Week Chaos Schefter also shares how the NFL Combine functions behind the scenes: Agents recruiting Teams quietly discussing trades Information flowing everywhere Deals forming before anyone realizes Even before he lands in Indianapolis, conversations are already happening. ⚖️ The Bottom Line Malik Willis’ value is real. The quarterback carousel is about to spin. And when supply is limited, prices get outrageous. The NFL offseason hasn’t even started — and it’s already volatile. 🎧 A fast-moving insider look at quarterback chaos, market leverage, and billion-dollar ownership moves — with Adam Schefter on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.

    16 мин.
  3. Mike McCarthy Joins Wilde and Tausch

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    Mike McCarthy Joins Wilde and Tausch

    Mike McCarthy--Former Green Bay Packers Super Bowl champion and new head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers--joins Wilde and Tausch.

    27 мин.
  4. Jason Wilde: Packers O-Line Is a Bigger Problem Than You Think

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    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.

    15 мин.
  5. Adam Schefter on Rich Bisaccia’s Exit, Packers Culture Questions & Why the NFL Combine Is Changing

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    Adam Schefter on Rich Bisaccia’s Exit, Packers Culture Questions & Why the NFL Combine Is Changing

    Adam Schefter joins Jen, Gabe, and Chewy to break down Rich Bisaccia stepping down as the Packers’ special teams coordinator and associate head coach. Schefter reveals Bisaccia had considered leaving last year, explains why veteran coaches across the league are stepping away, and why late February is an unusual, but manageable, time for a coaching change. The conversation dives into whether Green Bay should be concerned, how quickly Bisaccia could land another job, and what options the Packers realistically have with the coaching carousel nearly complete. Schefter also weighs in on where “culture” really comes from inside an NFL organization and whether the Packers’ youth movement needs more veteran presence to get to the next level. Plus, a look ahead to the NFL Combine — why fewer coaches are attending, how the event has evolved, and what it means for teams like the Packers moving forward.

    15 мин.
  6. Craig Karmazin: The Bucks Should NOT Tank — And Giannis Proves Why

    13 ФЕВР.

    Craig Karmazin: The Bucks Should NOT Tank — And Giannis Proves Why

    The Milwaukee Bucks have won five of their last six games — and Craig Karmazin is not interested in tanking. In this Craig Karmazin segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, the Bucks minority owner explains why he believes competing — even in a complicated season — is the right move for the franchise, for Giannis, and for the NBA as a whole. 021326 JGC Hour 2 🏀 Why Tanking Isn’t the Answer With fans debating lottery positioning and draft odds, Craig makes his stance clear: The Bucks shouldn’t tank. He points out: Nearly a third of the NBA appears to be “not trying to win” That’s bad for fans paying for tickets It’s bad for the league’s credibility And it’s not what championship organizations do Craig argues that Giannis himself embodies that mindset — choosing to compete rather than shut it down when he easily could have. 🧠 You Can Win Without Tanking Craig references franchise history to make his case: Giannis wasn’t the No. 2 pick — Jabari Parker was. The Bucks won a championship without Parker — and without getting value back for him. His takeaway: You don’t have to bottom out to win. The franchise built a title team through development, trades, and bold decisions — not just draft position. ⚖️ The Ownership Reality The conversation also gets candid about NBA finances. After the Jazz were fined $500,000 for overt tanking, Craig explains how ownership works: Fines ultimately impact the organization’s bottom line Minority owners receive capital calls when the team runs losses Luxury tax and second apron spending create real financial pressure It’s a reminder that decisions about tanking and competing aren’t just strategic — they’re financial. 🔥 Giannis Sets the Tone Craig believes Giannis deserves credit for not choosing the easy path. In a season where: Draft positioning could improve Health risks could justify shutting it down Giannis has continued to push for wins. Craig sees that as leadership — and as a signal that the Bucks should follow suit. 🏁 The Bottom Line Craig Karmazin’s stance is firm: Compete. Respect the game. Respect the fans. Trust that winning culture matters more than lottery odds. Whether it works this season or not, the Bucks are choosing competitiveness over cynicism — and Craig believes that’s the right call. 🎧 A direct, ownership-level perspective on Giannis, tanking, and why the Bucks are betting on competitiveness — only on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.

    14 мин.
  7. Evan Cohen on Jordan Love vs Sam Darnold & Malik Willis, plus the Packers' Roster-Building Problem! - on Jim, Matt & Molly

    13 ФЕВР.

    Evan Cohen on Jordan Love vs Sam Darnold & Malik Willis, plus the Packers' Roster-Building Problem! - on Jim, Matt & Molly

    Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike joins Jim, Matt & Molly to talk about the Packers and his takeaways from the Seahawks winning the Super Bowl, including the HEAT he received for saying Sam Darnold is now BETTER than Jordan Love! They also explore a theoretical trade for Love that would allow the Packers to replace him with the cheaper Malik Willis -- would he provide a better VALUE at QB? Can Packers fans trust their "good but not great" Big Three of Love, Matt LaFleur & Gutey, do the Packers feel like they're stuck as an "almost" team, and do Packers fans currently see any scenario where they win the Super Bowl next year? Evan wraps up giving his advice for newly-announced expecting father Matt Hamilton!

    24 мин.
  8. Jeff Levering Breaks Down Brewers Spring Training, Third Base Battle & Freddie Trade Reaction

    11 ФЕВР.

    Jeff Levering Breaks Down Brewers Spring Training, Third Base Battle & Freddie Trade Reaction

    Spring training is almost here — and for the Milwaukee Brewers, that means questions. A lot of them. In this hour of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering joins the show to break down what camp will look like in Arizona, including the biggest mystery of all: who’s playing third base? 021126 JGC Hour 1 With pitchers and catchers reporting soon and single-game tickets about to go on sale, the optimism of a new season is building — but the roster still has unanswered spots. ⚾ The Third Base Competition Levering acknowledges the reality: Seven different Brewers played third base last season. Only one remains on the roster — and he logged just one inning there. This spring will determine: Whether a new face claims the job If the Brewers lean internal Or if flexibility becomes the default strategy again It’s one of the most open competitions on the roster, and Levering expects it to be one of the most interesting battles of camp. 🔄 Life After Freddie Peralta The conversation also turns to the Freddie Peralta trade, and whether Milwaukee moved him at the right time. Levering believes the Brewers likely got the best deal they could, noting the return mirrors what they previously netted for Corbin Burnes — young, controllable talent with major-league upside. The debate isn’t whether Peralta was valuable — it’s whether waiting would have produced a better return. Levering leans toward decisive action over deadline uncertainty. 🧩 Replacing Versatility & Depth Another quiet but important loss: Andrew Monasterio’s utility role. Levering explains why that final infield/bench spot matters more than fans realize: Late-inning defensive flexibility Pinch-running ability First-base coverage in tight games Defensive substitutions under Pat Murphy’s system Spring training will determine who fills that gap — and it’s a bigger job than it appears on paper. 🌵 Camp Energy & Expectations Levering shares his excitement about heading to Arizona, noting: A mostly stable core roster A few new faces to integrate High expectations internally despite external skepticism The Brewers aren’t rebuilding — they’re recalibrating. And in Milwaukee, recalibrating usually means competing. ⚖️ The Bottom Line The Brewers enter spring training with: Stability in the rotation Questions on the left side of the infield A clubhouse built around continuity and culture The roster isn’t fully defined — and that’s what makes February compelling. 🎧 A fresh look at Brewers baseball, roster battles, and the start of another season with Jeff Levering on Jen, Gabe & Chewy. Milwaukee Brewers, Jeff Levering, Brewers spring training, Freddie Peralta trade, Brewers third base competition, Brewers roster preview, Brewers utility player, MLB spring training, Brewers 2026 season, Wisconsin sports, ESPN Milwaukee, Jen Gabe and Chewy

    14 мин.
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