Jason Wilde

Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to explain why Tucker Kraft's No. 6 ranking among NFL tight ends won't last if the Packers star stays healthy, comparing his all-around game to George Kittle and praising his unique combination of blocking, athleticism and toughness. Jason also discusses why Kraft's versatility is more valuable than gaudy receiving numbers and why Green Bay's offense is built differently than many around the league. The conversation shifts to Josh Jacobs, including his No. 74 spot in the NFL Top 100, the latest on his unresolved legal situation and why a return to Matt LaFleur's outside-zone rushing attack could unlock another big season.

Jason Wilde joins Brian Bulaga to discuss the start of Wilde’s annual ranking of the most important Packers players, beginning with Javon Hargrave at No. 20. Wilde explains why Hargrave’s age, recent team history and role in Jonathan Gannon’s defense make him both intriguing and uncertain entering the season. Bulaga adds that Hargrave’s value should extend beyond run defense, because Green Bay needs veteran voices who can calm the locker room when games start to swing. Wilde connects that to Evan Williams’ comments after the playoff loss, saying the Packers needed more maturity to handle success, adversity and late-game pressure. The conversation also highlights Zaire Franklin, Xavier McKinney, Micah Parsons and the larger question of whether Green Bay added enough experienced leadership to avoid last year’s collapses.

Jason Wilde joins Kyle and Brust to react to Evan Cohen’s “sneaky hot seat” conversation around Matt LaFleur. Wilde says LaFleur’s extension does not make him completely untouchable, but he also does not expect the Packers to have a real reason to move on from him. He explains why Green Bay may have improved mostly by getting healthier, with Tucker Kraft, Christian Watson, Jaden Reed, Zach Tom and Micah Parsons all central to the team’s ceiling. Wilde also revisits how close the Packers were to a much different narrative before injuries and late-season mistakes changed the finish. The conversation closes with Wilde identifying offensive line and cornerback as the two biggest position groups that could determine whether Green Bay is truly dangerous.

Jason Wilde joins Jen, Gabe, and Chewy to preview the biggest storylines heading into Packers training camp. He weighs in on Anthony Belton as a potential breakout player, explains why Micah Parsons elevates everyone around him, and shares the latest on Tucker Kraft's expected contract extension. Wilde also discusses Devonte Wyatt's future, Green Bay's concerns at cornerback and offensive line, and why those position groups could determine the Packers' ceiling in 2025.

Jason Wilde joins Kyle Wallace to talk through the criticism surrounding Matt LaFleur after another painful Packers playoff loss. Wilde says LaFleur deserves scrutiny, but fans should not confuse compartmentalizing a loss with not caring about it. He explains why Green Bay’s next step depends on Jordan Love elevating, the offense getting healthy, and defensive players like Edgerrin Cooper, Evan Williams and Javon Bullard becoming difference-makers. Wilde also breaks down why the Packers roster is good enough to contend for a Super Bowl, even if he still sees them as potentially a year away. The conversation ends with Wilde’s impressions of new Wisconsin athletic director Sean Eichorst and what his arrival says about the direction of Badgers athletics.