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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

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August 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.
August 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.
August 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.
August 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.
August 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.
August 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.
August 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.
August 11 · 23 min
Wilde: Love vs Rodgers, Preseason Starters, & CB Depth Chart
Jason Wilde joins Molly & Jim! He gives his thoughts on LaFleur's commentary regarding Jordan Love's presnap abilities compared to Aaron Rodgers from today, as well as weighing in on how much he thinks the starters will ACTUALLY play in the preseason, who the Packers' starting cornerbacks will be, and much more!
August 11 · 20 min
Wilde: Is LaFleur’s Jordan Love Praise Going Too Far?
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to break down the latest storylines from Packers training camp, starting with whether Matt LaFleur has changed his approach and become a better communicator with his players. Wilde explains what’s happening with Keisean Nixon’s practice reps and why his status in the Packers’ secondary is worth monitoring. He also dives into Green Bay’s offensive line concerns, including Jacob Monk’s emergence, Aaron Banks’ health and what the starting five could look like if the Packers had to play a meaningful game right now. Jason reacts to LaFleur calling Jordan Love the best quarterback he’s been around at protections and adjustments and explains why comparing Love’s command at the line of scrimmage to Aaron Rodgers is complicated. Plus, Wilde discusses Tucker Kraft’s health and why his contract situation could factor into how much work he takes on before the season.
August 10 · 16 min
Wilde: O-Line Worry, Cissé Buzz and Smack Pressure
Jason Wilde joins Kyle and Brust to sort through the Packers’ offensive line concerns and says panic would be premature, but apprehension is fair. Wilde points to Aaron Banks’ limited work, the uncertainty at right guard, Anthony Belton’s positional juggling, and Jacob Monk’s rise as reasons the group still has plenty to prove. He also clarifies that Keisean Nixon has only rotated briefly with the second-team defense, while still acknowledging that it is not exactly a vote of confidence. Wilde says Brandon Cissé has impressed with his maturity, steadiness and ability to avoid getting beat, making it possible the rookie could start against Minnesota. He closes by explaining why Trey Smack’s strong Family Night mattered, but why preseason kicks will be the next real test for the Packers’ rookie kicker.
August 7 · 14 min
Wilde: Fans, Family Night, & Trey Smack
Jason Wilde joins Molly & Jim! He has a request regarding his open, shows his appreciation for fans, tells them what to expect from Family Night, which isn't much, discusses Trey Smack's job security including his apparent skill kicking inside of Lambeau, and much more!
August 7 · 13 min
Wilde: Packers Still Waiting on Their Starting O-Line
Jason Wilde joins Jen and Chewy ahead of Packers Family Night and explains why the event has evolved from a true scrimmage into a much lighter practice. Wilde questions the team's attempts to limit scrutiny of kicker Trey Smack and explains why hiding the officials' signals won't keep observers from tracking his kicks. He also discusses the unresolved Josh Jacobs situation and whether a late development could impact his availability. Wilde breaks down an unsettled Packers offensive line, including the mystery surrounding Aaron Banks, before explaining how Green Bay could use Skyy Moore on offense and special teams.
August 6 · 21 min
Wilde: Parsons’ Rehab and Cissé’s Rise
Jason Wilde joins Kyle Wallace and Bryan Bulaga to react to Micah Parsons saying opponents should worry less about when he returns and more about how dangerous he will be when he does. Wilde says the confidence is a good sign for Parsons’ knee rehab, though he and Bulaga both stress that coming back from a major injury still requires caution. The conversation turns to Brandon Cissé, who has taken advantage of extra first-team reps and shown maturity beyond his age during Packers training camp. Wilde also explains why Zaire Franklin’s leadership has stood out, including how he reached out to Marshawn Lloyd after Lloyd stayed healthy deeper into camp than he had before. The segment finishes with concern about Javon Hargrave still being on PUP and the offensive line needing Aaron Banks and Zach Tom back so Green Bay can build real chemistry before Week 1.
August 6 · 15 min
Wilde: Lloyd, Morgan and Love’s Footwork
Jason Wilde joins Kyle and Brust to break down the biggest Packers training camp storylines, starting with Marshawn Lloyd’s touchdown backflip. Wilde says Lloyd is easy to root for and clearly overdue for good luck, but he also notes that Matt LaFleur told him not to do it again and that the team is still cautious because of Lloyd’s injury history. Wilde then explains why Jordan Morgan’s one-on-one success against Lucas Van Ness matters, while also noting the bigger concern is Green Bay’s lack of a clear backup left tackle. He discusses Jordan Love’s focus on cleaning up his footwork while keeping the off-platform throws that make him dangerous. Wilde also details Jonathan Gannon’s defense, its pre-snap disguise approach, and why Trey Smack will remain a storyline until the rookie kicker proves himself in games.
August 6 · 18 min
Jason Wilde: Matt LaFleur Can't Protect Trey Smack
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to break down the biggest storylines from Packers training camp, including why he's baffled by the team's approach to protecting rookie kicker Trey Smack and Matt LaFleur's decision to stop signaling made field goals during practice. Jason also shares his thoughts on Jonathan Gannon tailoring the defense around Micah Parsons' absence, questions the Packers' depth at backup left tackle, and discusses the cautious optimism surrounding MarShawn Lloyd. He also explains why Luke Musgrave's neck injury remains concerning and why the Packers still haven't been able to unlock the dynamic tight end duo they envisioned.
August 5 · 15 min
Wilde: Packers Camp Flashes and Tight End Worries
Jason Wilde joins Homer to explain why Anthony “Homer” Campbell has stood out at Packers training camp by batting down four passes in two practices. Wilde connects that to Homer’s theory on young players, saying flashes matter because they reveal what a player might eventually become. He also reflects on Tremon Williams as a classic example of a camp flash turning into a real Packers success story. The conversation turns to Green Bay’s defensive line depth, Javon Hargrave’s PUP status, and Luke Musgrave’s neck injury, which Wilde says remains concerning without more clarity. Wilde also identifies Josh Whyle as a possible No. 2 tight end and discusses how the offensive line, including Zach “Z-Bach” Tom, can affect Tucker Kraft’s role in the Packers offense.
August 4 · 19 min
Jason Wilde on Smack's Struggles, O-Line Play, & CBs
Jason Wilde joins Molly & Jim! He breaks down everything regarding Smack, including his belief that the Packers should have retained Lucas Havrisik. He also chatted about Jordan Morgan, Green Bay's OL, Kesean Nixon, and much more!
August 4 · 17 min
Packers Camp Overreactions? Jason Wilde on Tucker Kraft, Jordan Love & More
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy from Packers training camp to separate the real storylines from the early overreactions. Jason discusses Tucker Kraft's contract negotiations, why he's preaching patience with rookie kicker Trey Smack, Jordan Love's start to camp, and why the Packers' biggest concern remains replacing Micah Parsons' impact. He also explains why fans shouldn't blame Keyshawn Nixon for being the Packers' top cornerback, shares his early impressions of rookie Brandon Cissé, and breaks down how Green Bay plans to use Matthew Golden, Christian Watson, and Jayden Reed in Matt LaFleur's offense.
July 31 · 15 min
Jason Wilde on Kraft, Kesean, & Camp Superlatives
Jason Wilde joins Molly & Jim, who may have forgotten he was scheduled to appear... he gives the lowdown on Green Bay three days into training camp, including updates on Tucker Kraft & Kesean Nixon, as well as going through a few training camp superlatives which include some sleepers Packers fans need to keep an eye on!
July 31 · 15 min
Jason Wilde on Packers Camp Reality
Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to recap another day at Packers training camp, share stories from Tremon Williams' Packers Hall of Fame celebration, and look back at some of the best offensive lines he's covered in Green Bay. He also weighs in on Aaron Banks' belief that the Packers can have the NFL's best offensive line and explains why he's more optimistic about the defense than the offensive front. Jason provides the latest on Keyshawn Nixon's contract situation, why the veteran corner is handling it the right way, and what he learned from speaking with him after practice.

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