Packernet Podcast: Green Bay Packers

The Packers DC search just got very real. Ian Rapoport is reporting mutual interest between Green Bay and Wisconsin native Jim Leonard, currently Denver's defensive pass game coordinator. Both sides are hoping to meet after the AFC Championship game, and this one feels like it's heading toward a done deal. Meanwhile, Mike McCarthy lands his dream job in Pittsburgh, and Aaron Rodgers now has every reason to come out of retirement for a reunion with his former coach. Jim McMahon delivered the quote of the offseason, calling Green Bay the best organization he ever played for—devastating news for the only franchise he won a Super Bowl with. Brian Flores continues to be radioactive in coaching circles after Mike Pettine essentially confirmed what everyone suspected about working with him. Plus: A Lions fan literally crashed a car into the Detroit airport, the Vikings reportedly inquired about Joe Burrow, and we preview the AFC and NFC Championship matchups heading into Championship Sunday. This episode is bro

The late-night crew tackles the biggest questions facing Green Bay as the defensive coordinator search heats up and breaking news drops on Mike McCarthy's Pittsburgh hire. From passionate caller debates about the front office process to a brutally honest assessment of the cornerback room, this episode delivers the unfiltered takes Pack Nation craves. The show opens with a deep dive into the "Packer process" and how GM disciples like John Schneider, John Dorsey, and now John Eric Sullivan have built winners across the league. Callers weigh in on Jim Leonard emerging as the top DC candidate, with hiring timelines pointing to late January or early February. Chris from Alabama returns with a fiery breakdown of why an aggressive defensive scheme might not fit a cornerback room he calls "below average." The crew also settles the Jordan Love vs. Caleb Williams PFF debate once and for all, breaks down Malik Willis's potential Miami reunion with Sully and Hafley, and reacts to McCarthy officially landing in Pittsbur

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Ryan dives deep into the data after John Kuhn's confusing analytics tweet sparked debate about defensive aggression. Using actual NFL coverage numbers, the analysis reveals a shocking truth: coverage shells tell us almost nothing about how aggressive a defense really is. The Minnesota Vikings run cover two more than almost any team in football—traditionally the "bend don't break" coverage—yet they lead the NFL in blitz rate at 48%. Meanwhile, the elite Texans defense barely blitzes and avoids man coverage entirely. The episode breaks down why personnel determines possibility, why the best coverages work precisely because they're used sparingly, and why fans are actually craving unpredictability rather than aggression. Ryan also explains his continued support for Jim Leonard as DC candidate before wrapping with day one updates from East-West Shrine Bowl practice, including standout performances from Cade Klubnik, Harold Perkins Jr., and several stock-rising prospects Packers fans should watch. This episode

The callers came loaded tonight as we dive deep into the Packers' defensive coordinator search and why Jim Leonard checks all the boxes. Al Harris lands an interview—vindication for one persistent caller—while we explore what a truly intelligent defensive mind actually looks like beyond scheme preferences and coverage shells. The offensive line discussion takes an interesting turn when we compare Chicago's turnaround to what Green Bay desperately needs, and a wild Keon Coleman trade theory emerges thanks to his Michigan State connection with Jaden Reed. Uncle Rico delivers multiple passionate rants about the absurd "cheap Packers" narrative that refuses to die, and we put the fake Malik Willis rumors to rest—stop getting your news from Facebook, people. Plus, Nate learns the hard way that questioning the host's work ethic results in deleted voicemails and a very public lesson about privileges versus rights on this show. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get starte

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Christian Parker is officially off the board after accepting the Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator position, and Ryan breaks down what this means for Green Bay's search. With Parker gone, the remaining candidates each bring distinct philosophies—but does an aggressive, blitz-heavy scheme actually fit a roster built around elite pass rushers and questionable cornerback depth? The episode features powerful clips from the Miami Dolphins introductory press conference, where new GM John Eric Sullivan gets emotional discussing the Packers organization and new head coach Jeff Hafley calls his two years in Green Bay "the best of his life." Their testimonies serve as a reminder of what sustained success looks like—and why fans shouldn't take the Wolf-Thompson-Gutekunst pipeline for granted. Ryan also delivers a brutally honest breakdown of Jonathan Gannon's introductory speech in Arizona, questioning whether his reserved presence can inspire an NFL locker room. The episode concludes with a fascinating aggression

The legend of Chris from Alabama continues as the man himself calls in to apologize for his epic rant—only to receive nothing but love and respect from the entire Packer Nation community. Callers from Tennessee, Minnesota, South Carolina, and beyond phone in just to thank Chris for saying what everyone was feeling, proving that sometimes the most unfiltered moments create the strongest connections. Liz from New York delivers a passionate takedown of Caleb Williams, calling out his arrogance and questioning whether the Bears' success has anything to do with his actual quarterback play Deep dive into new backup QB Kyle McCord's college stats, including his 90 PFF grade at Syracuse and what development under Matt LaFleur's quarterback coaching could look like Daniel from California sparks a transparency debate about the Packers organization keeping fans in the dark on coaching decisions and personnel moves DC search analysis covering concerns about Gannon's cringy motivation style and why Raheem Morris

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The Packers have officially interviewed legendary cornerback Al Harris for their defensive coordinator position, and Ryan breaks down why this homecoming could be exactly what Green Bay needs. Plus, the Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula delivers one of the most disastrous press conferences in NFL history, publicly throwing his coaching staff under the bus and trashing his own second-round pick Keon Coleman while the player is still on the roster. Al Harris becomes the first candidate to sit down with Green Bay for the DC job, bringing his reputation for developing ball-hawking secondaries and his deep connection to the franchise Terry Pegula's press conference disaster proves why Packers fans should be grateful for community ownership, as he blindsides his GM and publicly blames fired coaches for draft picks Romeo Doubs speaks with Kay Adams about free agency, delivers a passionate defense of Matt LaFleur, and confirms the Bears rivalry hatred is very real after that dirty hit on Jordan Love Brian Flo

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The Packers defensive coordinator search just got serious with Jonathan Gannon emerging as a legitimate candidate. Ryan breaks down what the former Cardinals head coach and Eagles DC architect would bring to Green Bay, including his "prevent big plays" philosophy and four-man pressure scheme that generated 70 sacks in Philadelphia's Super Bowl run. This episode tackles the dangerous habit of Packers fans creating fictional narratives from thin air. Rob Demovsky's revelation that Matt LaFleur's contract took just one day to negotiate exposes how wrong the fanbase's assumptions were. Plus, the Jim Leonard "turned down an offer" story? Never happened—LeFleur never made a formal offer. Ryan also covers the Trayvon Diggs release, Baker Mayfield's explosive callout of Kevin Stefanski for ghosting him after Cleveland, Mike McDaniel landing in LA as Chargers OC, and Indiana's aggressive push to steal the Bears. The NFL's 18-game agenda gets exposed straight from Robert Kraft's mouth. This episode is broug

The phones were on fire tonight as callers weighed in on Jeff Hafley officially becoming the Miami Dolphins head coach, leaving the Packers scrambling in their defensive coordinator search. The conversation quickly turned into an all-out debate about Matt LaFleur's future, with passionate defenders demanding critics name a single replacement who'd do better. The show covered the college football national championship implications for the draft, with a deep dive into Indiana cornerback D'Angelo Pons and his elite coverage performance. Discussion also touched on the Bears' brutal cap situation compared to Green Bay's flexibility, why Al Harris surprisingly hasn't received any DC interview requests, and the dangerous "lore" fans create about this team that doesn't match reality. Then Chris from Alabama delivered what might be the greatest caller rant in show history—a profanity-laced, no-holds-barred defense of LaFleur that turned into an impromptu rap anthem. His message was simple: if you want the coach gon

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The NFL coaching carousel is spinning and the Packers find themselves at a crossroads. With Buffalo firing Sean McDermott and Baltimore parting ways with John Harbaugh, two successful franchises have decided winning isn't enough—they need change. Green Bay chose differently, betting on youth and Matt LaFleur's continued leadership. Which path leads to a championship? This episode breaks down why the Packers' situation differs from Buffalo and Baltimore, analyzing the young core of Jordan Love, Micah Parsons, and Tucker Kraft that makes staying the course the smarter play. Plus, we dive deep into the DC search with a full breakdown of Christian Parker—the 34-year-old Eagles DB coach who helped build the league's top pass defense and develop two All-Pro corners. Is he the high-risk, high-reward hire Green Bay needs, or should they pursue the more experienced Jim Leonard? We also take a victory lap watching Lions fans cope with the Drew Petzing hire (spoiler: Arizona hated him), react to Bears fans melting do