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PackersNow
by Ben Kurkowski
Get the latest updates on the Green & Gold because it’s always Packers season at PackersNow.
Episodes
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Packers vs. Cowboys: Overcoming the Rest Disadvantage & Exposing the NFL's Worst Defense
The Green Bay Packers are preparing to take on the Dallas Cowboys in a matchup that could turn into an offensive shootout. But with injuries piling up and Dallas holding a significant rest advantage, can Green Bay overcome the odds? In this episode of PackersNow, we break down everything you need...
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What A Satisfying Win; Packers Beat Bears 31-7
The Green Bay Packers dismantled the Chicago Bears 31-7, and for the first time this season, we finally got a glimpse of what this offense can be when Jordan Love has time to throw. Matt LaFleur made a massive adjustment, increasing play-action usage to 41.2% of dropbacks, more than doubling…
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How to Beat the Bears | Packers Must Exploit Chicago's Biggest Weaknesses
The Green Bay Packers are preparing for a massive NFC North showdown against the Chicago Bears, and the pressure on Matt LaFleur is growing. With nearly $95 million in player salary cap space unavailable due to injuries and suspensions, Green Bay has been forced to overcome significant adversity....
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Injuries Keep Hitting the Packers; Replacement Options Before It’s Too Late
The Packers escaped with a 17-14 win over the Buccaneers, but it certainly didn’t feel like a performance worth celebrating. Green Bay barely survived a winless Tampa Bay team without its starting quarterback, and once again injuries have created even more questions about where this team goes…
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The Cavalry Has Arrived: Packers Completely Rebuild Their Offensive Line; Preview Bucs
The Packers finally did something about their offensive-line disaster. Kevin Zeitler. Mekhi Becton. Laken Tomlinson. After three weeks of historically bad pass protection, Brian Gutekunst has aggressively attacked Green Bay's biggest weakness — and these additions could completely change what…
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The Packers Have an Offensive Line Crisis
The Packers have a serious problem, and it starts up front. Green Bay's offensive line has been one of the worst in football through three games, Jordan Love is getting pressured at an alarming rate, and the running game has completely disappeared. But I don't believe this is primarily a Matt...
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Packers-Falcons Preview: Pressure Penix & Let Jordan Love Attack
The Packers return to Lambeau Field on Thursday night looking to improve to 2-1 against the Atlanta Falcons. Michael Penix Jr. is back under center for Atlanta, but after three ACL tears and nearly a year away from meaningful football, Green Bay has to make him uncomfortable. Lukas Van Ness has...
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Packers FINALLY Finish! But the Offensive Line Needs Help NOW
The Packers FINALLY found a way to finish. After losing Jayden Reed, Zach Tom, Aaron Banks and Donovan Jennings during a rainy game at MetLife — and then fumbling the football down 10 in the fourth quarter — it looked like Green Bay was headed toward another crushing loss. Instead, the Packers…
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Packers vs. Jets Preview: Can Green Bay Fix Its Biggest Problems?
The Packers have a chance to bounce back in Week 2 — but the Jets may be built to test the exact weaknesses that crushed Green Bay last week. New York is willing to run the football over and over again, while Aaron Glenn's defense blitzed on 46% of its opponent's dropbacks in Week 1. That's a…
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Can This Packers Team Win? The Offensive Line Could Ruin Everything
The Packers just suffered another crushing loss — and at this point, it’s becoming a trend. Green Bay was outscored 22-0 in the fourth quarter against Minnesota, and over its last five meaningful games, the Packers have now been outscored 87-12 late in games without scoring a single touchdown. So...
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Packers vs. Vikings Week 1 Preview: 3 Keys to Starting 1-0
The Packers open the 2026 season Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings, and there are a LOT of unknowns on both sides. Minnesota has completely changed its offense with Kyler Murray at quarterback and Frank Smith bringing over concepts from Miami’s run game. With a healthier offensive line and...
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The Packers’ Final 53 + Where Gutekunst Got the Practice Squad Wrong
The Packers’ initial 53-man roster is officially set, and quite a bit changed from what we expected just a few days ago. In this episode of PackersNow, I go position by position through Green Bay’s final roster, the moves Brian Gutekunst made to get there, and the Packers’ 16-man practice squad.…
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Josh Jacobs’ Future, Jonnu Smith Signs + My Final 53-Man Roster
The Packers have some major decisions to make before final roster cuts — and two huge stories broke before we even got there. We start with the charges filed against Josh Jacobs, what they could mean for his availability in 2026, and why I believe this will ultimately be his final season in Green...
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Packers Escape Denver Healthy, Special Teams Turnaround + O-Line Concerns
The Packers came out of Denver with a 33-10 win, but more importantly, they escaped a place that wrecked their 2025 season without a major injury. We break down the biggest takeaways from preseason game #2, including Kamal Hadden emerging as a legitimate option in the slot, Jonathan Ford's rise…
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What We Learned in Preseason Game #1 + The Packers’ Fatal Offensive Line Mistake
The Packers’ first preseason game gave us a few important takeaways, from Trey Smack’s huge night to growing questions about Keisean Nixon, the depth at slot corner and safety, and some encouraging signs from Jonathan Ford. But the biggest concern coming out of the game is the offensive line.…
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Training Camp Begins, Positive Injury Updates & Why the Packers Are Playing The Odds
Training camp is officially underway, and Ben breaks down everything we've learned through the first three practices, including Luke Musgrave's injury, surprise performers in the secondary, concerns along the offensive line, and why Tucker Kraft's return could completely change Green Bay's…
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Devonte Wyatt’s New Deal, the Packers’ Two-Year Window + What I got Right and Wrong
The Packers made another important move for their future by signing Devonte Wyatt to a new contract extension, and with that deal, Green Bay has essentially locked in its core roster through the 2027 season. I break down why I think Wyatt's contract is one of Brian Gutekunst's best moves, what it...
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Summer Update #2; Joey Bosa, Special Teams Problems, and the Packers' Biggest Weakness
The Green Bay Packers are getting closer to the start of the season... But there are still some major questions that haven't been answered. In this episode of PackersNow, I break down three areas that could define Green Bay's season. We discuss: Why special teams could once again cost the Packers...
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Watson's New Deal, Jacobs Uncertainty, and the Rams Going All-In
The Packers made one huge move, got concerning news on another star player, and watched an NFC contender push all their chips to the middle of the table. In this episode of PackersNow, I break down Christian Watson's new contract extension and why I think Green Bay got an incredible deal on one…
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The Packers Schedule Couldn’t Have Worked Out Better 👀
The Green Bay Packers schedule is officially out… and honestly? This might be the PERFECT setup for Green Bay. In this episode of PackersNow, I break down: Why the first month of the season sets up perfectly without Micah Parsons The huge rest advantages the Packers received Why the lack of…
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Optimism vs Reality — Did the Packers Actually Improve This Offseason?
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 perfectly The compensatory pick strategy setting up…
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Jayden Reed Extension + Did Gutekunst Get This Draft WRONG?
The Green Bay Packers made a big move before the draft… and then followed it up with a strategy I don’t fully understand. In this episode of PackersNow, I break down: The Jayden Reed extension (and why it’s actually a really solid deal) How the contract gives the Packers flexibility moving…
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The Ideal Mock Draft + Final Steals Before Draft Night
The NFL Draft is finally here — and this is the final blueprint. In this episode of PackersNow, Ben Kurkowski breaks down his ideal mock draft for the Green Bay Packers, built around one of the most important draft principles you can follow: 👉 Don’t beat the board — let value come to you. Using...
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Should the Packers Go ALL IN for Dexter Lawrence?
Should the Green Bay Packers stop playing it safe… and go ALL IN? With reports that Dexter Lawrence could be available for a 2nd + mid-round pick, this episode breaks down whether Green Bay should make the move—and what it would actually look like. We dive into: The REAL hit rate of Day 2 draft...
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The PERFECT Trade-Back Draft (13 Picks for the Packers?)
The Green Bay Packers just made a move… and it changes EVERYTHING. In this episode of PackersNow, I break down: The shocking Dontayvion Wicks trade and what it REALLY means Why Green Bay may be setting up for a massive trade-back strategy How the Packers could turn 8 picks into 13+ draft…
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The Packers Are Drafting for 2027 (And Here’s Why That Changes Everything)
The Green Bay Packers aren’t just drafting for 2026… they’re building for 2027. In this episode of PackersNow, I break down exactly how Brian Gutekunst’s long-term strategy is shaping this year’s draft—and why understanding expiring contracts is the key to predicting what Green Bay will do next.…
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Packers Blew Free Agency? The Moves Gutekunst Got Wrong (Gary, Sweat, Devin Lloyd)
In this episode of PackersNow, Ben Kurkowski takes a hard look at the Packers offseason and asks the big question: did Brian Gutekunst get free agency wrong? Now that the dust has settled, Ben breaks down the moves that could come back to haunt Green Bay—and what should have been done…
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Packers Offseason Chaos: Rashan Gary Trade, Offensive Line Shakeup & Big Defensive Moves
In this episode of PackersNow, Ben Kurkowski breaks down a wild start to Packers free agency and reacts to all the biggest moves shaping Green Bay’s roster. The episode starts with the Rashan Gary saga, from the confusing social media drama to the Packers ultimately trading him to the Cowboys for…
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Packers Already Making Offseason Mistakes? Gutekunst Misses T’Vondre Sweat Trade + Special Teams Miscue; The Smart Free Agency Plan
In this episode of PackersNow, Ben Kurkowski breaks down several key developments in the Green Bay Packers offseason. First, the Packers were late to hire a new special teams coordinator after Rich Bisaccia stepped down, forcing Green Bay to choose from the final remaining candidate pool. What…
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Build the Line, Win the Super Bowl
If you study Super Bowl winners and losers, one pattern shows up every single year: Bad offensive lines do not win championships. In this episode, we break down why the Packers should go all in on one major free agent move — and why that move isn’t at corner or defensive tackle. We dive into: The...
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Coaching Updates & the Blueprint: How One Offseason Can Completely Change a Team
The Packers keep reshaping their coaching staff — and it matters more than people realize. Green Bay adds Bobby Babich to the defensive staff alongside Jonathan Gannon, and this hire might be one of the most important moves of the offseason. Babich just led the NFL’s best pass defense in 2025…
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Not the Flashy Choice, the Smart One: Breaking Down the Gannon Hire
The Packers have their new defensive coordinator. Green Bay officially hires former Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon to replace Jeff Hafley, and while the move wasn’t obvious at first glance, the logic behind it is sound. In this episode, we break down: Why Gannon wasn’t initially on the…
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The Right Call: Why Extending Matt LaFleur Was Essential — and the DC Decision That Matters Next
The Packers made the right move. Green Bay officially extends Matt LaFleur, and despite how the season ended, this was the best possible outcome for the franchise. In today’s NFL, elite offensive head coaches are the most valuable asset in the league — and letting one walk would have guaranteed a...
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A Collapse We Can’t Ignore: Bears 31, Packers 27
This one hurts. After blowing a 21–3 halftime lead and losing 31–27 to the Bears, we break down how a game that was fully under control slipped away, and why it never should have happened. The passing offense was excellent. Jordan Love played like one of the best quarterbacks in football. We...
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Win or Go Home: The Blueprint to Beat Chicago in the Wild Card Round
It’s official — we’re heading back to Chicago for the Wild Card Round, and this matchup is far more layered than it looks on the surface. Before diving into the Bears, we address the one mistake from Week 18: playing Javon Bullard in a game that didn’t matter. Health was the priority, and we…
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Packers Add Trevon Diggs, Ravens Expose the Roster, and the Week 18 Reset
Midweek brought real news — and it forced a reality check. With Nate Hobbs and Kamal Hadden officially out for the season, the Packers made a surprising but necessary move by claiming Trevon Diggs off waivers. We break down why Green Bay felt compelled to spend real money, why Diggs could...
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Packers Are In the Dance: Ravens Preview and the Case for Rest Over Risk
Despite two of the most crushing losses we’ve experienced as Packers fans, the Packers are officially in the playoffs — and that changes everything. No matter what happens against the Ravens on Saturday or the Vikings in Week 18, the Packers are guaranteed at least the 7 seed. That reality...
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We Had It. We Dropped It. Season on the Brink After Bears OT Loss
We just lived through one of the most impossible losses I can remember. With Jordan Love knocked out on a helmet to helmet hit, Josh Jacobs clearly not right, and the offense forced to lean on Malik Willis in brutal wind, we still had the Bears dead in the water. Our defense played its heart out,...
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Numerous Devastating Injuries + Offseason Failures Exposed… Must play Perfect to Beat the Bears
Sunday in Denver was the definition of heartbreak, not just because we lost, but because we watched the season change in a single stretch. We were up 23–14 and controlling the game… then everything flipped. A key pressure leads to the interception, Christian Watson goes down, and soon after Micah...
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The Mile High Test: Packers vs Broncos Preview
The Packers control their destiny — and now face their toughest challenge yet. This week we travel to Denver to take on the AFC’s #1 seed, the 11–2 Broncos, at altitude in one of the NFL’s most unique home-field environments. In this episode, we break down: Why playing at 5,280 feet drastically...
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Packers Run the North: Beating Bears, Lions, & Vikings to Take Control
The Packers just ripped through the NFC North gauntlet — blowing out the Vikings, stealing a short-week win in Detroit, and grinding out a cold-weather classic over the 9–3 Bears at Lambeau. A month ago we were 5-3-1 and sitting in the 7-seed. Now the Packers are back in the division driver’s…
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The Biggest Packers vs. Bears Game in a Decade: Full Preview
The Packers and Bears face off in their biggest matchup in over a decade, and the NFC North hangs in the balance. Chicago is 9–3, winners of nine of their last ten, and playing their best football of the season. The Packers are surging as well, and both teams completely control their own playoff...
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Packers Take Down the Lions — But Major Issues Remain
The Packers pulled off a massive Thanksgiving win over the Lions, improving to a record of 8-3-1, but still not in the lead in the NFC North. In this episode, we break down everything that happened — the clutch moments, the lucky breaks, the injuries that changed the game, and the concerns this…
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Packers Beat Vikings; Lions Preview: How Green Bay Can Takedown the Reigning NFC North Champs
The Packers took down the Vikings on Sunday, and now we’re on a short week heading into Detroit with a chance to take control of the NFC North. In this episode, we break down what went right — from a smart run-heavy approach to protect an injured Jordan Love, to using six offensive linemen, to...
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Packers vs Vikings Week 12 Preview: Jordan Love’s Quick-Game Advantage & Defensive Gameplan
It’s rivalry week. We break down everything you need to know before Packers vs Vikings — a matchup that could decide control of the NFC North. We explain how Jordan Love’s quick-game dominance against the blitz gives Green Bay a real edge over a Minnesota defense that leads the NFL in blitz rate....
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Packers Beat Giants 27–20: Offensive Struggles, Drops & Jordan Love’s Resilience
The Packers escape New York with a 27–20 win — but it wasn’t pretty. We break down how seven dropped passes, four dropped interceptions, and poor depth play nearly cost Green Bay another winnable game. From Luke Musgrave’s benching to Sean Rhyan’s first start at center, we dive into the offensive...
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Should we fire Matt LaFleur? Preview Giants
Should Matt LaFleur be fired—or does Green Bay need smarter decisions and better alignment? Ben breaks down the week’s headline: questionable personnel usage (McManus over Havrisik, Bo Melton snaps over Savion/Heath), early-down run bias, shotgun overuse, and how public call-outs can lose a…
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Packers Collapse vs. Eagles: Coaching Confusion, Injuries, and Playoff Fallout
The Packers fall to the Eagles — and it wasn’t just about execution. Ben Kurkowski breaks down the coaching and roster disconnect between Matt LaFleur and Brian Gutekunst that’s crippling Green Bay’s season. From Brandon McManus’ ongoing quad injury and baffling 4th-down calls, to Bo Melton…
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Deadline Silence & Monday Night Showdown: Packers vs. Eagles Preview
The NFL trade deadline has passed, and the Packers stood pat. We break down why that might’ve been the right call, but a few moves the Packers should've made like Keion White and Asante Samuel Jr.. Then, it’s on to the biggest matchup of the year: Packers vs. Eagles under the lights on Monday…
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Stunned at Lambeau: 16-13 Loss, Tucker Kraft Lost for the Year, and the Playoff Implications
After a stunning defeat, the Packers lose at home against the playoffs, and lose their star player Tucker Kraft for the season. This has wildly terrible playoff implications moving forward, is there any hope for this team at the trade deadline?
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