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Jason Wilde
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Jason Wilde, host of ESPN Wisconsin's Wilde & Tausch, is in his 25th season covering the Green Bay Packers, having written for ESPN.com, ESPN Wisconsin, the Wisconsin State Journal, and now The Athletic. Any time Jason joins any ESPN Wisconsin program, yo
- 35 episodes
- Avg 18 min
- English
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- JWFriday · 19 min
Wilde: Will Josh Jacobs Be Suspended?
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe and Chewy to assess what the misdemeanor charges against Josh Jacobs could mean for his future with the Packers. Wilde explains why he doesn't believe Green Bay currently intends to release Jacobs while discussing the importance of the video connected to the case and the possibility of an NFL suspension. The conversation shifts to the Packers' addition of Jonnu Smith and what the veteran tight end could mean for Green Bay's roster construction. Jason also weighs in on Luke Musgrave's uncertain status, Drake Dabney's roster chances and whether more two-tight-end sets could impact Jayden Reed's playing time.
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Thursday · 33 minJordan Love Needs to Take the Next Step in 2026 - Weekly Wilde S3E1
Season 3 of Weekly Wilde is here. Jason Wilde joins Alex Strouf to break down where the Packers stand as training camp winds down and the 2026 regular season approaches. Jason explains why Green Bay may be entering the season with even more questions along the offensive line than it had at the start of camp, what he likes about Jonathan Gannon’s new defense, and why Brandon Cissé has impressed. Plus, Jason and Strouf discuss the next step Jordan Love needs to take to move from a very good quarterback into the NFL’s true upper echelon, the latest on Josh Jacobs and Tucker Kraft, Trey Smack’s strong preseason, and a few under-the-radar Packers who helped themselves during training camp.
- JWThursday · 24 min
Wilde: Packers Didn’t Finish When It Mattered
Jason Wilde gives his firsthand assessment of the Packers’ joint practice with the Cardinals and pushes back on the idea that the day was simply a draw. Arizona won all four two-minute periods, raising questions after Green Bay spent the offseason emphasizing its need to finish. Wilde discusses the Packers defense, Jordan Love getting more freedom in the offense and why Love’s next step doesn’t require matching Aaron Rodgers’ historic production. He also explains why speculation about a Josh Jacobs suspension has gotten ahead of the available information. Plus, Wilde examines Tucker Kraft’s unresolved contract negotiations and why Kraft may be growing frustrated as another potential deadline passes without a deal.
- JWTuesday · 17 min
Jason Wilde: Tucker Kraft Contract Concerns
Jason Wilde joins Molly & Jim! He weighs in on bands that are past their prime, Wisconsin vs Notre Dame predictions, why Packers fans shouldn't be concerned about Tucker Kraft's contract situation and much more!
- JWTuesday · 20 min
Jason Wilde: Packers Camp Fight & Offensive Concerns
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe and Chewy with the latest from Packers training camp after a heated practice featured multiple players getting involved in a fight. Wilde explains what he’s seen from Anthony Belton and the offensive line while discussing a rough practice for Jordan Love and the Packers offense. He also evaluates Marshawn Lloyd’s progress and the strong camps from Kyle McCord and kicker Trey Smack. Plus, Wilde breaks down Green Bay’s long-snapper situation and why the holder remains such an important part of the field-goal operation. He also revisits what Matt LaFleur revealed about Aaron Rodgers’ frustration with the Packers’ 2019 joint practices.
- JWAugust 20 · 16 min
Wilde: Kraft’s Risk and Love’s Real Voice
Jason Wilde joins Ben and Homer to discuss Tucker Kraft practicing while he still waits on a long-term contract from the Packers. Wilde says Kraft is doing and saying all the right things, but the risk is real enough that he would understand Kraft limiting his work until the deal is finished. He believes the contract still gets done before the opener, possibly even before the Cardinals joint practice. Wilde also digs into Kraft’s relationship with Zaire Franklin, saying the two competitive personalities may have used their practice barking to help give the team more edge. He then explains why Jordan Love’s quiet, careful public style may be boring, but it is also authentic and respected inside the Packers locker room.
- JWAugust 20 · 21 min
Wilde: Banks, Preseason and Love’s Next Step
Jason Wilde joins Homer and Bryan Bulaga to discuss how the Packers should handle preseason playing time before their matchup with the Broncos. Wilde says he expects most starters to play, but questions whether key players like Zach Tom and Tucker Kraft should be exposed to unnecessary risk. He and Bulaga debate whether Aaron Banks should play after returning to team periods, with Bulaga saying Banks needs reps if he is healthy enough because he has missed so much time. Wilde also pushes back on Matt LaFleur skipping more joint practices, arguing that Denver would have been a valuable test for Green Bay’s offense and defense. The segment closes with Wilde and Bulaga agreeing that Jordan Love’s best improvement would be staying healthy for all 17 games, even though Homer insists Love is already good enough if the rest of the team elevates around him.
- JWAugust 20 · 18 min
Jason Wilde: Packers Have More O-Line Questions Than Answers
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe and Chewy to explain why Marshawn Lloyd should receive a much bigger workload in the Packers’ next preseason game. Wilde discusses the uncertainty surrounding Josh Jacobs and why Green Bay would like clarity on his situation before the regular season begins. He breaks down an offensive line that entered training camp with questions at every position and may have somehow created even more of them. Wilde also assesses Savion Williams and the Packers’ receiver competition before explaining Green Bay’s new “Protect Our Plays” approach to limiting filming at practice.
- JWAugust 19 · 8 min
Wilde: Banks’ Progress and Love’s Leadership
Jason Wilde joins Homer with an encouraging Packers update after Aaron Banks took part in team periods for a second straight day. Wilde says it was surprising because Banks had previously talked about knee soreness after strenuous football activity, but the progress is meaningful even if the Packers still need to manage him carefully. He also discusses Tucker Kraft continuing to practice without a long-term deal, Zaire Franklin bringing needed energy to the defense, and the way Franklin and Kraft reflect the team’s competitive edge. Wilde then breaks down Jordan Love’s leadership style, saying Love may not be fiery like Aaron Rodgers, but he is consistent, authentic and respected for being himself. He says that kind of leadership can still motivate teammates, especially if Love’s play takes another step this season.
- JWAugust 18 · 21 min
Wilde: Nixon Noise and Banks Alarm
Jason Wilde joins Homer to sort through what matters and what does not during Packers training camp. Wilde says Keisean Nixon is still likely to be Green Bay’s top cornerback, even if the Packers are using practice reps and public pressure to reinforce that he has to tackle better. He explains that Brandon Cissé may be the next No. 1 corner eventually, but Nixon remains the more realistic option for Week 1 unless something drastic changes. Wilde is much more concerned about the offensive line, especially Aaron Banks’ knee issue and how little he has worked next to Jordan Morgan. He says Banks getting back into team drills is encouraging, but the Packers still need a clearer plan for how he will handle the season if the injury continues to linger.
- JWAugust 18 · 17 min
Jason Wilde on Packers 2026 expectations and cornerback competition
Jason Wilde joins Molly & Jim to discuss Unsportsmanlike's take on the Green Bay Packers being one of the most overhyped teams in the NFL and Evan Cohen calling out ESPN Wisconsin hosts for overhyping the Packers. So what should the expectations be for the Packers in 2026? Wilde shares his optimism for this upcoming team, but notes that he's looking forward to the 2027 team competing for higher stakes than the 2026 team will. Plus, Wilde shares his belief that while Keisean Nixon is the best cornerback on the Packers roster, it's not going to bode well in Week 1 against Minnesota.
- JWAugust 18 · 17 min
Wilde: Tucker Kraft Deserves Better From the Packers
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe and Chewy with the latest from Packers training camp and explains why he wishes Green Bay had another joint practice on its preseason schedule. Wilde breaks down Keisean Nixon’s comments about feeling “punished” while competing for his starting job and explains why the perception of Nixon doesn’t necessarily match how teammates view him. The conversation turns to Aaron Banks, his lingering knee issue and how the Packers approach contract decisions. Wilde also argues Tucker Kraft has earned a new deal and questions why players are expected to honor contracts when NFL teams can move on from deals whenever it benefits them.
- JWAugust 17 · 15 min
Wilde: Kraft’s Risk and Nixon’s Full Context
Jason Wilde joins Kyle and Brust to discuss Tucker Kraft practicing while still waiting on a contract extension that could make him one of the NFL’s highest-paid tight ends. Wilde says Kraft is taking a real risk because football contracts are one-way deals, and injuries during camp or practice can change everything before a player gets paid. He explains that Kraft appears to be trusting the Packers to take care of him, but Wilde personally would avoid full 11-on-11 work until the deal is done. Wilde also discusses Keisean Nixon’s “punished” comment and says the full nine-minute conversation matters, because Nixon also talked about competing, confidence and working his way up from the bottom in Green Bay. He adds that the Packers’ cornerback conversation is complicated because Jonathan Gannon wants corners who tackle, but building a roster with bigger, more physical corners can come with coverage tradeoffs.
- JWAugust 14 · 12 min
Jason Wilde: Trey Smack Shines, Nixon Struggles
Jason Wilde breaks down what mattered from the Packers’ preseason opener against the Steelers, starting with an encouraging night from kicker Trey Smack. He explains why simply getting Marshawn Lloyd and Jordan Love through the game healthy was important and examines Green Bay’s makeshift offensive-line rotation. Wilde discusses what the Packers were trying to evaluate during the first-team offense’s opening drive and why Smack’s 58-yard field goal mattered. He also reacts to Keisean Nixon’s ugly tackling effort and the scrutiny surrounding his place in the secondary. Meanwhile, Brandon Cisse continues to make a strong case for a significant role when the regular season arrives.
- JWAugust 13 · 19 min
Wilde: O-Line Mystery and Gannon’s First Look
Jason Wilde joins Kyle Wallace and Bryan Bulaga to preview the Packers’ preseason opener against the Steelers and focuses on Green Bay’s biggest unresolved issue: the offensive line. Wilde says the Packers somehow have more questions up front than they had when camp opened, with Aaron Banks still limited, Anthony Belton no longer clearly locked in at right guard, Jacob Monk rising, and Jordan Morgan still needing meaningful reps. He and Bulaga discuss why Banks’ knee situation is concerning, especially because nagging camp injuries rarely disappear once the regular season begins. Wilde also wonders how much of Jonathan Gannon’s defense Matt LaFleur will allow the Packers to show, while noting that live-game communication could be valuable for a new coordinator and a young group. He adds that Aaron Rodgers is not expected to play for Pittsburgh, but the Rodgers-McCarthy reunion still gives the preseason matchup some extra history.
- JWAugust 13 · 11 min
Wilde: Smack, O-Line and Rodgers’ Exit
Jason Wilde joins Kyle and Brust to preview Packers-Steelers preseason night and says the offensive line and kicker Trey Smack deserve equal attention because they are Green Bay’s two biggest concerns. Wilde says the offensive line somehow has more questions than it did when camp opened, especially with Anthony Belton sliding away from the starting right guard job, Jacob Monk rising, and Aaron Banks still not getting enough team reps. He also agrees that Matt LaFleur’s choice not to signal whether camp kicks were good or no-good was soft because it made the rookie kicker seem like he needed protection. Wilde says Brandon Cissé and the cornerbacks are also worth watching once they face players who are not their own teammates. He closes by comparing Aaron Rodgers’ Packers departure to Brett Favre’s and says the Favre exit was far more contentious, even though Rodgers clearly still views his own ending in Green Bay as difficult.
- JWAugust 13 · 13 min
Wilde: Is Playing Jordan Love Worth the Risk?
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Homer and Joshy ahead of the Packers' preseason matchup with the Steelers and explains why he questions the value of putting Jordan Love and other established starters at risk. Wilde discusses uncertainty along the offensive line, including Aaron Banks' continued absence from 11-on-11 work. He also weighs in on whether Aaron Rodgers will suit up against his former team and why he would be surprised to see him play. Plus, Wilde breaks down the Packers' running back depth and why staying healthy is crucial for Marshawn Lloyd as he tries to establish a role in Green Bay's offense.
- JWAugust 12 · 16 min
Wilde: Sit Love and Save the Stars
Jason Wilde joins Ben Brust on the Homer Hour to discuss Packers-Steelers preseason week and Aaron Rodgers’ return to the Packers conversation from Pittsburgh. Wilde says Rodgers was disappointed the preseason matchup was not at Lambeau Field and explains why a return to Green Bay would have created a much different atmosphere. He also says Jordan Love should not play in the preseason because the Packers already saw the danger last year when Love tore a ligament in his non-throwing thumb during a preseason game. Wilde argues the same caution should apply to Christian Watson, Jayden Reed, Matthew Golden and Tucker Kraft, while the offensive line should still get major work because that group lacks cohesion. He also weighs in on Jonathan Gannon’s fiery personality and says fans should care less about coaching style and more about whether the Packers win.
- JWAugust 12 · 18 min
Wilde: LaFleur’s Love Praise Went Too Far
Jason Wilde joins Homer to react to Matt LaFleur saying Jordan Love is the best quarterback he has been around at protections and adjustments. Wilde says the comment may have been a case of LaFleur getting too hyperbolic, but he also notes that Stacey Dales did exactly what a reporter should do by immediately following up with the Aaron Rodgers comparison. Wilde and Homer role-play how LaFleur could have clarified the answer by praising Love’s communication while still acknowledging Rodgers’ brilliance at the line of scrimmage. The conversation expands into what Love still needs to show, with Wilde saying the next step is delivering more games where he elevates the Packers when everything around him is not working. Wilde also stresses that Green Bay’s offensive line has to be better, because even great pre-snap adjustments do not matter if the protection breaks down.