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EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 36 MIN

Optimism vs Reality — Did the Packers Actually Improve This Offseason?

from PackersNow · host Ben Kurkowski

The Green Bay Packers offseason can be viewed two completely different ways.In this episode of PackersNow, I do something I almost never do first… I put on the optimism hat.We break down:Why the Packers may have executed their long-term plan perfectlyThe compensatory pick strategy setting up a loaded 2027 draftWhy moves like Jayden Reed’s extension, Benjamin St-Juste, Javon Hargrave, and Dani Dennis-Sutton could pay off BIGAnd why Green Bay believes this roster is still built to compete for a Super BowlBut then…We flip the script.Because there’s another side to this offseason:Did the Packers fail to maximize key opportunities?Did they do enough to improve the offensive line and depth?Was there a better path available at NT and linebacker?And are the Vikings now the scariest team in the NFC North?💥 This episode is a full honest breakdown of BOTH sides:The optimism… and the reality.🎧 If you want the full picture of where the Packers stand heading into 2026, this is the episode.

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