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800 - Does the last preseason game matter?
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The Packers have one last preseason game to figure out who’s going to be on their initial 53-man roster. How big of a difference will it actually make? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPP…
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799 - How concerned should we be about the Packers right now?
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The Packers didn’t look great in their second preseason game. How concerned should we be? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per mo…
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798 - What Packers fans are thinking right now
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What are Packers fans thinking about this year’s team? I wanted to find out, so I asked them. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 pe…
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AJ Dillon has generated a lot more buzz than you’d expect for a guy who only carried four times in one preseason game. Is the former second-round pick in danger? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/co…
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796 - Packers edging toward something resembling football
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The Packers are so, so close to something approximating actual football. What should we be watching on Saturday? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For…
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795 - What if everything goes right for the Packers?
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There are lots of good reasons to think the Packers will be good this year. So here’s a question: what if everything goes well for the Packers in 2024? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPP…
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794 - New Packers uniforms and listener questions
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The Packers have a new uniform and you’ve got questions about the Packers. Let’s take a look at both. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For as little …
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The Packers are shuffling their roster and Jordan Love is shuffling stacks of cash. Welcome to a new era of Packers football. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our …
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792 - What don't we know about the Packers?
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Now that training camp is underway, do we have a better idea who’s going to make the Packers’ final roster? Well, yes and no. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our …
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791 (for real) - Camp opens with contract questions
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Contract news is dominating the early portions of Packers training camp, some of it good and some of it less good. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - F…
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791 - Packers have heavy competition among their specialists
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Who will reign supreme among the Packers' specialists this summer? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Pat…
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790 - Packers rebuilt safeties face high expectations
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The Packers’ safeties were the offseason subjects of Extreme Makeover: Football Edition. What does that add up to this year? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our P…
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789 - Packers' cornerbacks look to rebound and rebuild in 2024
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Everyone expects the Packers’ defense to look different this year, but the biggest change might be for the cornerbacks. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreo…
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788 - Packers have plenty of options on the offensive line
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Once again the Packers are going to have a lot of options on the offensive line. How do those options fit together? It’ll depend on a lot of individual performances. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.co…
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787 - Packers' re-vamped linebackers are still an unknown
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The Packers linebackers are somewhat new, hopefully improved, and definitely playing in a new scheme. What does that add up to in 2024? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Dona…
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786 - Tight ends still have room for growth
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The Packers’ tight ends are young, promising, and exciting. What can we expect from this talented position group? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - Fo…
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785 - Can the Packers' wide receivers be even better this year?
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No position group on the Packers faces higher expectations than the wide receivers. Is that fair? No. Is it justified? Very yes. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to o…
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784 - How will the Packers' edge rushers handle the scheme change?
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Change is afoot on the Packers’ defense, and there’s no other position that will show a bigger visual change than the edge rushers. How will they perform under Jeff Hafley? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowers…
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783 - Will the Packers' re-vamped running backs succeed?
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The Packers didn’t do a full teardown and rebuild at running back, but they came pretty close. What will all their investments buy them this season? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT…
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782 - Talking ACL repair and recovery with Matt Ellison
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If you want to cover football, you've got to know what's going on with ACL recovery. Today, we talk to somebody who knows his way around the inside of a knee. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/conta…
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781 - Can the Packers' defensive line make their new scheme shine?
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The Packers’ new scheme could bring a lot more attention to their defensive line. Is the group up for the challenge? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon -…
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780 - All signs point to an elite year for Jordan Love
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Previewing the 2024 Packers starts with their most important position: quarterback. What does Jordan Love do in his second season as a starter? And how does the backup position shake out? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: ht…
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779 - What's on the line for Matt LaFleur and Jeff Hafley in 2024?
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It’s time to start looking ahead to the 2024 NFL season, starting with the Packers’ two most important coaches: Matt LaFleur and Jeff Hafley. What’s on the line for both this year? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://t…
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778 - Post-minicamp thoughts and questions
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There’s a lot going on in Green Bay as minicamp winds down. As we head into the dead period of the NFL calendar, let’s talk through a few of the issues and questions facing the Packers. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: http…
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777 - Why you should be very optimistic about the Packers' young tight ends
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The Packers have two young standout tight ends. Given what we know about tight end development, where do they stand heading into their second season? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPOR…
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776 - How do the Packers' young wide receivers stack up historically?
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The Packers entered last season with a historically young wide receiver corps. A year later, where do they stand compared to their historical peers? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT…
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775 - Devonte Wyatt is the key to the Packers' defensive line
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Devonte Wyatt is one of the most crucial pieces on the Packers’ defense both for 2024 and the future. Let’s examine why. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patre…
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774 - Is extending Kenny Clark a good idea?
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Kenny Clark has been one of the brightest stars in Green Bay over the last half-decade. What does his future look like? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreo…
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773 - How the Packers' offense could be the most explosive we've seen under Matt LaFleur
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The Packers’ offense had a strong finish to 2023, but we have good reason to think they could be even better in 2024. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon …
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772 - OTA talk, plus how high could Josh Jacobs climb?
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Organized Team Activities are happening in Green Bay. Let’s check in on a few of the storylines we should be watching. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon…
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It’s time to look back at what could be Brian Gutekunst’s biggest swing as a general manager: selecting Jordan Love in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contac…
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770 - Breaking down the 18-course meal of the Packers' schedule
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The Packers’ 2024 schedule is out and it looks like a fascinating menu of future football. Let’s dig in. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For as litt…
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769 - How often has trading up worked out for Brian Gutekunst?
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Brian Gutekunst has a reputation as a guy who likes to move around the draft board and isn’t shy about trading up. He did it three times in the 2024 draft alone! Is it a good idea? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://t…
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Now that the 2024 NFL Draft is over and done, let’s hop in the time machine and go back to 2021. What could the Packers have done differently? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE …
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With free agency a distant memory and the NFL Draft now over, it’s time to take a crack at predicting this year’s Packers roster. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to …
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People have questions after the Packers finished up their draft class, and I have answers. Well, sort of. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For as lit…
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Undrafted free agents are a hallmark of the Packers’ success over the years. Who have they nabbed this time around? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - …
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764 - How Did the Packers Do on Days 2 and 3 of the Draft?
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The Packers double and triple dipped on the offensive line and at safety on days two and three of the 2024 NFL Draft. Was it the right move? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58…
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763 - Packers Add Arizona Offensive Lineman Jordan Morgan
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The Packers add a big body on their offensive line, selecting Arizona offensive lineman Jordan Morgan. Let’s break it down. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Pa…
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762 - What Will the Packers Do in the 2024 NFL Draft?
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We’ve done all the prep. What are the Packers actually going to do? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Pa…
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761 - Justis Mosqueda and Tyler Brooke Explain the NFL Draft
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After weeks of trying to figure out what the Packers should do in the NFL Draft, it seemed like a good time to bring in a couple of guys who know what they're doing. Justis Mosqueda and Tyler Brooke. Listen to what they had to say, then check out their work at Acme Packing Company. Justis Mosqueda - @JuMosq on X Tyler Brooke - @tylerdbrooke on X GE…
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We take your questions on anything and everything that’s on your mind. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access…
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759 - Plenty of Talent to Consider on the Defensive Line
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The NFL Draft is nearly here and that means we’ve got to wrap up our pre-draft previews. If the Packers are ready to add talent on the defensive line, where should they look? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowe…
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758 - How Will the Packers Handle the Offensive Line in the 2024 NFL Draft?
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If the Packers have a big need on offense, it’s on the offensive line. How and when should the Packers address it? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to our Patreon - F…
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757 - The Packers Don't Need Another Tight End (But I Want One Anyway)
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With two promising young tight ends already on the roster, the Packers definitely don’t need to draft another one, right? Right?! GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 Donate to …
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756 - Packers Need a Dance Partner at Safety
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Xavier McKinney solved the Packers’ biggest defensive need, but the Packers need to give him a running mate. So let’s find him one today, and throw in another slot defender if we can. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https:…
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755 - Packers Have Options at Cornerback in 2024 Draft
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The Packers probably could use some help at cornerback, but the kind of help they need will depend a lot on their internal opinion of the position. Where does that leave this year’s draft class? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out h…
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754 - Why the Packers Shouldn't Ignore Wide Receivers in the 2024 Draft
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The Packers don’t need a receiver, but ignoring the position can bring its own problems. Fortunately, there is a full menu of options available in this year’s draft. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.co…
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753 - Packers Need a Linebacker in the 2024 NFL Draft
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The Packers are in need of some help at linebacker, but what help is there to be had? Let’s take a look at this year’s class of prospects. GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach out here: https://thepowersweep.com/contact SUPPORT BLUE 58 D…
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752 - Quarterbacks and Running Backs in the 2024 NFL Draft
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The Packers seem all but set at both quarterback and running back, but there’s reason to think they’re in the market for more. How do you find a good one and who’s looking good in this year’s class? GET IN TOUCH Leave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episode https://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweep Prefer more old-school contact? Reach o…
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