Second String Opinions

Alex Strouf remains the “last man standing” in Matt LaFleur’s corner, but even his confidence is being tested by the Packers’ offensive struggles and questionable late-game decisions. Alex, Josh DiMaggio and Will Sommers break down Green Bay’s offensive line problems, LaFleur’s play-calling and the encouraging starts from Lukas Van Ness and the Packers defense ahead of Thursday night against the Falcons. The guys also turn to the Brewers after they clinched an NLDS bye, discussing Robert Gasser, Milwaukee’s postseason pitching plans and which National League teams could present problems in October. Plus, One Word covers Caleb Williams’ injury reaction, Ichiro Suzuki, Sauce Gardner, Steven Adams and Romeo Doubs.

Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf after the Packers blew a 17-point lead and allowed 29 unanswered points in a Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Jason breaks down an ugly performance from Green Bay’s offensive line, the decisions that led to Donovan Jennings and Jacob Monk starting at guard, and how much responsibility belongs with the players, coaches and Brian Gutekunst. Plus, Jason discusses the ongoing mystery surrounding Aaron Banks, Jordan Love surviving 18 hits and showing off his unusual “fadeaway” throws, Christian Watson’s explosive return, and encouraging Week 1 performances from Keisean Nixon and Edgerrin Cooper in Jonathan Gannon’s defense. Then, a first look at what needs to change Sunday against the New York Jets.

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and Will Sommers unpack another brutal Packers collapse after Green Bay surrendered 29 unanswered points to Minnesota, with the offensive line taking much of the heat. They debate Matt LaFleur’s fourth-down decision, Jordan Love’s performance under relentless pressure and whether Sunday’s matchup with the Jets already feels like a must-win. The conversation turns happier as Strouf makes the case that the Brewers’ improved offense, pitching and MLB-best record give Milwaukee a legitimate World Series opportunity, while Josh and Will remain skeptical. The guys also discuss Milwaukee’s postseason pitching and bullpen before wrapping up with One Word Wednesday, including Drew Brees considering an NFL comeback and Netflix revisiting the Stanford Prison Experiment.

Week 1 is finally here. Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf ahead of the Packers’ season opener against the Vikings in Minnesota to break down the biggest questions Green Bay is finally about to answer. Jason discusses the uncertainty surrounding an offensive line with Jordan Morgan, Aaron Banks and Zach Bako-Bewele on the injury report, what to expect from Jonathan Gannon’s defense without Micah Parsons, and why he believes Tucker Kraft’s contract extension should already be done. Plus, the Packers’ unsettled running back rotation and rookie Brandon Cisse’s massive first test against one of the NFL’s best receiving corps.

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio and Will Sommers celebrate the start of the NFL season by breaking down what they know—and still need to learn—about the Packers entering Week 1 against the Vikings. The guys dive into Green Bay’s offensive line uncertainty, Jonathan Gannon’s defense, the running back situation and their season-long Packers predictions. Then, they pick every NFL division, conference championship matchups, Super Bowl winners and MVP candidates. Plus, can the Brewers’ pitching staff carry a 90-win team deeper into October, and how much confidence should fans have in Milwaukee’s postseason chances? The show wraps with One Word Weekly and a look at a loaded opening weekend across the NFL.