Blue 58 - A Packers Podcast
Episodes
917 - What do we think of the initial 53-man roster?
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have an initial roster. What do we think of it?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe...
916 - A 100% correct 53-man roster prediction
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers are nearly done with training camp. Let’s try to predict their initial 53-man roster.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself ...
915 - Packers enter final week of training camp very injured
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have two preseason games in the books and a week to go until cutdown day. GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future e...
914 - Eyes on Matt LaFleur in the Packers' second preseason game
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What should we be looking for in the Packers’ second preseason game? It might start all the way at the top. Let’s talk about why we should be watc...
913 - Let's play Headline or Story
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Training camp is a couple of weeks old and we’ve got one preseason game under our belts. Let’s take a second and sort through the stories so far. ...
912 - Building a watch list for the Packers' first preseason game
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers are days away from their first preseason game. What should we be watching?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future e...
911 - What could go wrong (and right) for the Packers in 2025?
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nate Hobbs is hurt, and that gives us a chance to ask an important question: what could go wrong for the Packers this year?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voic...
910 - Early training camp roster prediction
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With training camp now underway, we should pause for a moment to take a big swing at a big prediction: who’s going to make the initial 53-man roster...
909 - The four biggest storylines of training camp so far
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have about a week of work under their belts at training camp, so we’ve got some catching up to do. But there’s a bigger question we sh...
908 - Zach Tom has a lot of money
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Tom has a lot of money in his pocket and Blue 58 listeners have a lot of questions before training camp gets started. Let’s make like the Packe...
907 - 2025 Preview: Packers' secondary enters year two of makeover
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ secondary makeover was the story of last offseason. What do they do in their second year together?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and ...
Nine Years (And Counting)
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for nine great years of The Power Sweep and Blue 58.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
906 - 2025 Preview: Packers offensive line is deep and talented
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ offensive line looks much like it did last year: solid and deep. What should we expect?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourse...
905 - 2025 Preview: Wide receivers primed for a big step forward
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ wide receivers were a disappointment in 2024, but Brian Gutekunst added three this offseason. Will that cure what ails them?GET IN TOUC...
904 - 2025 Preview: Packers linebackers should be elite
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have done a lot of investing at linebacker over the past few years. That should have created an absolutely elite unit. Will this be the ye...
903 - 2025 Preview: Packers tight ends are still young and exciting
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just as they’ve been the last few years, the Packers’ tight ends are young and exciting. Can they take it to the next level?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a...
902 - 2025 Preview: Packers' defensive line needs to improve
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers haven’t added much talent on the defensive line the last few years. How are things shaping up this year?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail...
901 - 2025 Preview: Packers edge rushers have a lot to prove
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ pass rushers were one of the most disappointing units on the team last year. Can they turn it around in 2025?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voi...
900 - 2025 Preview: RBs and QBs poised for big years
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We start our position-by-position look at the Packers by previewing the running backs and quarterbacks. How do they need to perform to meet expectatio...
899 - How should we think about the Brian Gutekunst and Matt LaFleur partnership?
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s turn our attention to the 2025 season, and there’s no better place to start than right at the top. What do Brian Gutekunst and Matt LaFleur ...
898 - How worried should you be about the Packers' cornerbacks?
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jaire Alexander is officially gone. How worried should you be about the Packers’ secondary?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a f...
897 - Offseason injury news for Kenny Clark and Lukas Van Ness
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Injuries are a part of football, and we’re getting new information this week on how a pair of injuries affected the 2024 season.GET IN TOUCHLeave us...
896 - Tight end development and Tucker Kraft
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Tucker Kraft prepared to take a big jump, or has the big jump already happened?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episo...
895 - OTAs sound the starting gun in position battles
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers are off and running at OTAs, and that means it’s time to dial in on two of the biggest position battles on this year’s team.GET IN TOU...
894 - How could regression shape the 2025 Packers?
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The word “regression” comes up a lot this time of year. How could it affect the Packers? And what if it’s actually good?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a v...
893 - Did Jeff Hafley really blitz more in the second half of the 2024 season?
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s take a look at one of the strongest narratives from the 2024 season. Did Jeff Hafley really increase his blitz rate in the second half of last...
892 - What stories are the Packers telling themselves?
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What stories are the Packers telling themselves? And how will it shape the upcoming season? GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in...
891 - Re-doing the 2022 NFL Draft
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We take another shot at the 2022 NFL Draft. What should the Packers have done differently? What would stay the same if they had the chance to do it al...
890 - 2025 is the year of the first round pick
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ 2025 season will be determined by a bunch of different things, but a big factor will be the performance of their first round picks.GET ...
889 - Roster questions aplenty
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve got roster questions. I’ve got…roster questions too, but some of them might help answer your questions.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail a...
888 - Predicting the 2025 Packers Roster
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have made their draft picks and signed their undrafted free agents. Can we predict their 2025 roster?Support this show http://supporter.ac...
887 - Welcome to the 2025 UDFA Roundup
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Draft is over, and that means we’ve got a parade of undrafted free agents making their way to Green Bay. Do any of them have a chance to make th...
886 - Recapping Days 2 and 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers were busy on the final two days of the draft, adding interesting athletes on offense and defense. Let’s break them down!GET IN TOUCHLeav...
885 - Packers select Texas WR Matthew Golden
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers add a wide receiver in the first round, taking Matthew Golden out of Texas. Are they allowed to do that?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail a...
884 - What will the Packers do in the 2025 NFL Draft?
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've speculated for months, now it’s time for the big question: What are the Packers going to do in the 2025 NFL Draft?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voice...
883 - 2025 NFL Draft Mailbag
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody’s got questions about the 2025 NFL Draft. Let’s see if we can answer a few.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a futur...
882 - Defensive line options abound in the 2025 NFL Draft
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We finish off our position-by-positon preview of the 2025 NFL Draft with a look at defensive linemen. There is a lot to like in this class. GET IN TOU...
881 - Plenty of offensive line depth in the 2025 NFL Draft
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers could use some depth on the offensive line, and this year is a great year to get just that.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yours...
880 - Are there any good safeties in the 2025 NFL Draft?
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers redid their safety group a year ago, and that’s a good thing because this is a really bad year to need one.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicem...
879 - Are there tight ends worth pursuing in the 2025 NFL Draft?
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could the Packers add another tight end in the draft? It’s not as crazy as it might sound, but how do you find a good one?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voi...
878 - Plenty of useful corners in the 2025 NFL Draft
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers need a cornerback, but maybe not as badly as they did at the end of the season. How does this corner class align with what they need?GET I...
877 - What do you do with a unicorn?
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when you find a player in the NFL that is actually unique?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps:/...
876 - Can the Packers find a wide receiver in the 2025 class?
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody wants a receiver in Green Bay. Are there any to be found in this year’s draft? GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in...
875 - Linebackers, what are they
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are there good linebackers in the 2025 class? Maybe, but that might depend on what you think a linebacker is.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear...
874 - How do you develop a quarterback? Do the Packers need a running back?
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers don’t need a quarterback or a running back, but how do those two groups stack up in this year’s draft class?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voi...
873 - Can the Packers find an edge rusher in the 2025 NFL Draft?
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers could use another edge rusher. Is there one that fits the bill in this year’s draft class?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear your...
872 - Packers sign Aaron Banks and Nate Hobbs early in free agency
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers spent with the big boys again early in free agency. What do we think about Aaron Banks and Nate Hobbs?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and...
871 - 2024 Packers' Free Agency Preview
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Free agency is nearly upon us. What should the Packers do? Will they make another big splash?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a f...
870 - How the Packers' offensive line performed in 2024
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the NFL turns its attention to the Combine and free agency, we’re finishing up our position recap with a look at the offensive line. How did they...
869 - Packers' defensive backs largely made the grade in 2024
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re talking defensive backs. Who stepped up, who missed out, and where are these guys headed for next season.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and ...
868 - Packers wide receivers are tough to evaluate in 2024
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ wide receivers might be the most complicated position to review. What do we even do with this unit?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and...
867 - How did the Packers' linebackers perform in 2024?
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers linebackers are a product of a long rebuilding process by Brian Gutekunst. What dividends did it pay in 2024?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicem...
866 - Packers tight ends were literally perfect in 2024
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about the Packers tight ends. What went well in 2024? What went wrong? And what can this season tell us about the future?GET IN TOUCHLeav...
865 - Packers' defensive line is a roster building problem
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ defensive line didn’t get it done this year. Was it their fault?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episod...
864 - Packers running backs succeed in philosophical shift
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ running backs had a big year. Did they meet expectations? GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps:/...
863 - The Packers needed more from their edge rushers in 2024
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our position-by-position look at the 2024 Packers turns to the edge rushers. Not to spoil it too much, but it looks like it’s kind of how we’...
862 - How did Jordan Love and the Packers' quarterbacks fare in 2024?
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to look at quarterbacks. How did the Packers fare there in 2024? As with a lot of the team, things were pretty solid with a couple of impo...
861 - Evaluating the Packers' three coordinators
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ coordinators all received head coaching interviews this offseason. What do the Packers have in Adam Stenavich, Jeff Hafley, and Rich Bi...
860 - How did Matt LaFleur do in 2024?
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt LaFleur wrapped up his sixth season as the head coach of the Green Bay Packers this year. How did he do?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear...
859 - The State of the Packers in 2025
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers are taking a long, hard look at themselves, so let’s take a long, hard look at the Packers. What’s this team like, and what do they ne...
858 - A dose of high-grade Packers copium
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ season ended sadly and badly. But what if we ignored how it ended and focused exclusively on the bright future?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a v...
857 - A billion questions about the Packers
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ playoff loss to the Philadelphia Eagles raised a lot of questions. Today, we’re going to try to answer them. GET IN TOUCHLeave us a v...
856 - Wildcard Round Recap: Packers lose the way they lost all season
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers lost the way they did all season: by getting in their own way again and again and again. And once again, it was just too much to overcome....
855 - Wildcard Round Preview: Can the Packers finally beat a good team?
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers haven’t beaten a top team in the NFL all season long. Now, it’s win or go home…and all they have to do is beat one of the NFL’s ve...
854 - Positive things from the 2024 Packers regular season
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers gave us a disappointing ending to the 2024 regular season, but there is still plenty to be excited about heading into the playoffs. GET IN...
853 - Week 18 Recap: Packers back into playoffs with embarrassing loss to Bears
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers had a chance to end the 2024 season on a high note and enthusiastically turned it down. How did it happen?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voi...
852 - Week 18 Preview: Packers finish 2024 like they finished 2023
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers finished off the 2023 regular season with the Bears and they’ll do the same this year. GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yoursel...
851 - New Year's Resolutions for the 2025 Packers
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the very last day of 2024. What should the Packers resolve to do better in 2025?SUPPORT OUR 2024 CHARITY DRIVEhttps://thepowersweep.com/blog/do...
850 - Week 17 Recap: Packers again fail to finish
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stop me if you’ve heard this one: the Packers came out slow against a good team, battled back, and came up short. Kind of getting to be a pattern, r...
849 - Week 17 Preview: Can the Packers' defense slow down the Vikings?
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have a chance for a statement win this weekend in Minnesota. Can they keep their five-seed dreams alive?SUPPORT OUR 2024 CHARITY DRIVEhttp...
848 - Week 16 Recap: Packers cruise to easy win over the hapless Saints
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers came out and took care of the Saints. What can we learn?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www....
847 - A Packers gift guide
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s not Monday night yet, so here’s a little appetizer to get you through the rest of the day before kickoff.SUPPORT OUR 2024 CHARITY DRIVEhttps:...
846 - Week 16 Preview: Can the Packers lock up a playoff spot?
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have a chance to lock up a playoff spot on Monday, and the only thing standing in their way is the New Orleans Saints…who barely stand i...
845 - Uniforms, fifth-year options, and more
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
People have a lot on their minds after the Packers’ win over the Seattle Seahawks, so we’re going to try to answer it all, from uniforms to fifth-...
844 - Week 15 Recap: Packers move one step closer to the playoffs
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers needed a win on the road and got a convincing one, hammering the Seattle Seahawks to all but secure a playoff spot. GET IN TOUCHLeave us a...
843 - Week 15 Preview: Gut check time in Seattle
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers are going on the road as they try to get back into the win column. Can they handle the Seahawks?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear ...
842 - Is there such a thing as a good loss?
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there such a thing as a good loss? And if so, does the Packers’ loss to the Lions qualify?SUPPORT OUR 2024 CHARITY DRIVEhttps://thepowersweep.com...
841 - Week 14 Recap: The Lions are better than the Packers
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers managed to make things interesting against the Lions, but still fell disappointingly short. What can we make from this game, if anything?G...
840 - How much have the Packers grown since they faced the Lions?
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The NFC North has been anything but easy this year, and as the Packers start their second trip through, their first repeat matchup is the Detroit Lion...
839 - Week 13 Recap: Packers dominate Dolphins, move to 9-3
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers gave us plenty to be thankful for when they lit up the Miami Dolphins during the dessert course of Thanksgiving football. Let’s dive int...
838 - Are running backs old now?
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thankful for Thanksgiving football? You’re getting some whether you want it or not. Let’s talk Packers/Dolphins.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voi...
837 - Week 12 Recap: Packers pummel 49ers to move to 8-3
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers beat up on a banged up 49ers team, giving them a strong start to a tough stretch in their season. Let’s break down how it all happened. ...
836 - Week 12 Preview: Packers start tough stretch against the 49ers
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have a tough stretch coming up, with two games in five days and then a third on another Thursday night. It all starts with the 49ers, and ...
835 - What will it take to fix the Packers' pass rush?
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What can the Packers do to fix their pass rush, both now and in the future? Well, the path in the future is clear. The present is a little more dismal...
834 - Week 11 Recap: Packers steal one from the Bears
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers stole a win from the Bears at Soldier Field, but that’s what it takes sometimes in the NFL. Let’s talk through how it happened. GET IN...
833 - Week 11 Preview: Packers look to set the tone for the second half
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers are back from a bye and they’ve got the Bears on tap. Can you think of a better way to kick off the second half of the season than with ...
832 - Can Dontayvion Wicks turn things around?
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listeners have questions about the Green Bay Packers as the team comes back from its bye week. What’s the outlook for Dontayvion Wicks as he heads i...
831 - Checking in on the Packers defense
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers finally did what people wanted and moved on from Joe Barry in the offseason. At the midway point of the season, how is Jeff Hafley doing a...
830 - Goodbye Preston Smith, plus a midseason look at the Packers' offense
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ offense is a core part of their team identity this year. At the midpoint of the season, how is the unit doing?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a vo...
829 - Week 9 Recap: Lions take the Packers apart
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers were thoroughly handled by the Lions. How big of a concern is it?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehtt...
828 - Week 9 Preview: Packers prepare for tough test against the Lions
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Detroit Lions are ready to give the Packers their toughest test of the season. Are the Packers up for the challenge?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicema...
827 - The Packers can win without Jordan Love (but let's hope they don't have to)
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers are curiously positioned for their Week 9 matchup with the Detroit Lions. What needs to happen for them to win? And how much depends on Jo...
826 - Week 8 Recap: Packers overcome Jaguars and themselves
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers survived the Jacksonville Jaguars and themselves to get a win. Do we really know anything about this Packers team?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a v...
825 - Week 8 Preview: The Packers should hammer the Jaguars
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off a comeback win against the Houston Texans, the Packers face an opponent they should beat. Can they handle the Jacksonville Jaguars?GET IN TO...
824 - Is Rich Bisaccia the problem for the Packers' special teams?
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers’ special teams have been a bit of a weak spot this year. How much should we really blame Rich Bisaccia?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail ...
823 - Week 7 Recap: Packers hang on to beat Texans
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers tried their best to get in their own way, but did just enough to pull off a win over the Texans.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear ...
822 - Week 7 Preview: Let's learn something about the Packers
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers have a tough game against a good team on Sunday when the Houston Texans come to town. How will they fare?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail ...
821 - How fast do players develop in the NFL?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers gave us a lot to think about after their Week 6 win. What does their success say about player development? What is Jeff Hafley’s defensi...
820 - Packers put together their most complete performance in win over Cardinals
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a rainy start in Green Bay, the Packers cruised to a 34-13 win in their most complete performance of the 2024 season.GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voic...
819 - Can the Packers avoid the trap game against the Cardinals?
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Packers host the 2-3 Arizona Cardinals at Lambeau Field this weekend. Can they slow down a streaky Cardinals team?GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail...