Jason Wilde

Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to react to the latest NFLPA Report Card for the Green Bay Packers. The conversation centered around how the organization graded overall and what stood out — both positively and negatively — for the Green & Gold.

Wilde weighed in on why head coach Matt LaFleur dropped a full letter grade, discussing possible factors behind the decline and whether it reflects internal frustrations or shifting player expectations. He also shared what surprised him most in the report card and what it says about the current state of the franchise heading into the offseason.

Should the Packers pay Jayden Reed now — or let him hit the market?

In this edition of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, ESPN Wisconsin reporter Jason Wilde dives deep into the Packers’ looming wide receiver contract decisions and what they reveal about Brian Gutekunst’s roster philosophy.

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🏈 The Jayden Reed Question

Reed has played just over 50% of offensive snaps in his first two seasons — yet he’s been one of Green Bay’s most productive weapons.

Jason explains the tension:

When Reed is healthy, he’s dynamic.

When he hits the ground, fans hold their breath.

And the Packers historically extend about 1.5 players per draft class.

If Tucker Kraft is the clear priority from the 2022 class, where does that leave Reed?

💰 What Does the Market Say?

Jason outlines comparable contracts for mid-tier wide receivers:

Khalil Shakir: 4 years, $53M

Darnell Mooney: 3 years, $39M

Rashod Bateman: 3 years, $36.75M

Darius Slayton: 3 years, $36M

The likely Reed range?
$12–18M annually.

But the Packers’ cap situation complicates everything.

🔄 Christian Watson & Romeo Doubs Ripple Effects

Reed’s decision doesn’t exist in a vacuum.

Christian Watson may choose to bet on himself.

Romeo Doubs is heading to free agency.

Devonte Wyatt’s future isn’t guaranteed.

If multiple wideouts leave, Green Bay could go from “too many receivers” to thin quickly.

🧱 The Defensive Alignment Curveball

The conversation also touches on Jonathan Gannon’s defensive system shift:

4-3 vs 3-4

Stand-up edges vs hand-in-the-dirt

Collin Oliver deployment

Whether the Packers’ personnel fits the new structure

Jason admits the answers aren’t entirely clear — even from the front office.

⚖️ The Bigger Picture

Jason’s main point is philosophical:

The Packers preach “draft and develop.”
But if developed players walk before second contracts, what exactly is the payoff?

Jaden Reed represents that tension perfectly:
Dynamic.
Valuable.
But expensive — and not without risk.

The next year will show whether Green Bay prioritizes stability or flexibility.

🎧 A thoughtful, insider breakdown of Packers roster math, receiver contracts, and what the future holds for Jaden Reed — with Jason Wilde on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.

Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to share what’s currently at the top of his Packers offseason priority list, with much of the conversation centered on Rashan Gary’s future in Green Bay. Wilde discussed whether he believes Gary will be back next season, if GM Brian Gutekunst might present a low-ball offer, and what Gary’s true market value could be.

The segment also explored whether a potential return could come in the form of an incentive-laden deal as both sides weigh risk and production.

Jason Wilde joins Jim alongside his co-host Jesse Nelson, as they discuss the takeaways from Gutey's comments at the NFL Combine today and the latest wonderings about Aaron Rodgers possibly joining the Vikings over the Steelers this offseason! First, Jason shares his BAD ATTITUDE as he's stuck in the snow on the highway before finding out that Molly -- not Jason -- got to go Indianapolis for Combine week! He also shares which Rodgers landing spot would make for a more compelling story, and Jim asks why the Packers seem so okay just letting Rasheed Walker walk in free agency -- is Gutey's answer at LT a good one?

Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to react to Ben Johnson’s comments that the Packers and Bears should hate each other and what that means for the rivalry moving forward. He also broke down GM Brian Gutekunst’s latest remarks, including the possibility of Rashan Gary returning next season and Gutey’s firm belief that Josh Jacobs will be the No. 1 running back.

The conversation also covered why it’s taking so long for the Packers to hire a special teams coach, whether Rich Bisaccia assumed he was coming back, and why the team didn’t have a more reliable returner last season.