Offseason Report Card: Safety could require free agency and draft additions

Locked on Packers - Feb. 17 - Viewing Free Agency Through Draft Lens: The Green Bay Packers' top offseason needs correspond nicely to the depth in this year's draft. Among the possible needs are outside linebacker, tight end, running back and guard, where the team has notable free agents. by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Locked On Packers - February 28 - Do the Packers need to spend for a pass rusher? Plus OL offseason review: Some Packers fans insist the team has to get an impact pass rusher this offseason, but do they really? Plus, we look back at an injury-filled offensive line and look forward to how Green Bay could address the position moving forward. The draft offers few options, while free agency is loaded with quality players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Where does 2019 NFL combine leave Packers' draft plans?: The stopwatches are down and the interviews are over. How did a class ideally suited to the Packers needs measure up? We dive into this draft class, where Green Bay might be looking to address some of its needs and a possible list of players set to be available to them this spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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What if the Packers strike out on stars in free agency?: Packers fans are hoping for superstar players in free agency, but where do the Packers turn if the big names head elsewhere or simply stay put? Given the way this free agent class looks, Green Bay still has a chance to get better. Plus, the draft sets up perfectly to add blue chip talent even without adding big-name players through signings. We dive into how it could work on today's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Locked On Packers - January 23rd - What Are the Packers' Biggest Offseason Needs? How Might They Address Them?: Green Bay came up short this season without Aaron Rodgers, but the Packers are still a talented team with promise. Where do they need to get better to compete with the top teams in the league and how might they address those needs in free agency and the draft. Plus, a preview of our offseason positional review series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Exploding the "Packers want to be run heavy" narrative: So many people have assumed, based on the Packers offseason, Green Bay wants to be a run-first team. We explain why that narrative simply doesn't make sense and why the team's draft makes even more sense when you view it through this lens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Locked On Packers - February 16th - Looking back at disappointing tight end position in offseason review: The offseason positional review marches on with one of the most underwhelming positions on the roster. Big-name free agent signings blew up in the Packers' face and others simply failed to live up to expectations. Are there moves to be made in free agency this offseason? What about the top prospects in the draft? We break down how Green Bay can fix the tight end position for 2018 and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Packers attack key weaknesses at OT, CB with win-now draft: The Packers drafted a pair of cornerbacks and three offensive linemen to help with two of the big needs on the roster. They also added a receiver, defensive tackle, and running back to fill key roles. It may not be a "sexy" draft for Green Bay, but by drafting high-floor guys ready to contribute, they put together a draft to win in 2021 that can also help for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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What positions Packers should target in the draft after busy free agency: Green Bay filled their pressing needs in free agency, so where do they stand heading into the draft? We look at the premium positions and where the Packers stand with their depth chart. We examine players at key positions who could fit what Brian Gutekunst and Co. are looking for as they try to re-stock this roster through the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

27 min listen

Packers over/unders, plus searching for defensive line help: The BetOnline.AG futures came out and we discuss the Packers' projected win total, why it doesn't make sense and what other NFC contenders' odds are. Plus, we dig into the defensive line position, where Green Bay could find value and which players they could target. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

28 min listen

What's the plan at receiver without Davante Adams?: Without Davante Adams, the Packers face a massive hole in their offense. How do they fill it? A cheap-ish veteran and a couple high picks? Do they swing for the fences on another star receiver? Plus, while Brian Gutekunst has a great track record of turning picks into good players, the draft capital Green Bay acquired doesn't fit the Aaron Rodgers timeline. Just another reason it makes sense to trade some picks for players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

30 min listen

Locked On Packers - February 26 - Why testing matters for the Packers, plus how to upgrade at tight end: The NFL Combine matters for every team, but the Packers have historical thresholds they use at most positions and draftable players who fail to meet them could find themselves off Green Bay's draft board. We dive into some of them, why they matter, and who could be out as a result. Plus, a discussion on how to upgrade the tight end position this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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The 10 most pivotal Packers for 2021: The Packers boast plenty of top-end talent, but it's not always the elite players who decide the season. So who are the players whose play will swing the 2021 season in Green Bay? We break down the 10 guys who can bolster the Packers with upside, consistency or a combination of the two and no doubt a few of these names will surprise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

32 min listen

Locked On Packers - February 6th - Offseason review: OLBs, Who to Draft, Who to Sign and more: We look back at the 2017 Green Bay Packers outside linebacker position. It was an underrated season for Clay Matthews and Kyler Fackrell showed some improvement, but what else did we learn? Plus, we look at potential top EDGE players in the upcoming draft and who might be able to help in free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

28 min listen

Can the defense (finally) come through for the Packers?: Even when Aaron Rodgers has had a quality defense, his squad hasn't consistently come through for him and Green Bay in the playoffs. Can they change that trend this season? Plus, we break down why the safety position could be the deciding factor in this equation, particularly given the resources Brian Gutekunst added to that position during his tenure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

29 min listen

Why not taking a WR or LB early could make sense for the Packers: Fans desperately want a playmaker for Aaron Rodgers and a centerpiece on defense, but could it make sense to go a different direction early? Why the unpopular pick could be the right one for Green Bay as part of Mock Draft Monday breaking down possible options for the Packers in the NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Can we use betting odds to handicap the Packers pick at 29?: BetOnline.AG came out with some player props for top players in the 2021 NFL draft. Can we use those odds to figure out the likely group of guys who will be available for the Packers? Plus, we dig into the draft hot list for the Packers and why this class breaks down so well for Green Bay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Under-the-radar Packers in 2020, plus 3 QBs?: The Packers offseason focused around the receiver position, and potential improvements from some young players, but there are guys flying under the radar who could have a big impact on the 2020 season. Who are they and how could they impact the team? Plus, with the threat of COVID-19, would it be smart for Green Bay to keep three QB on the roster? We discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Packers Run Defense Remains a Major Cause for Concern by Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast

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Randall Cobb trade rumors, Packers getting healthy and more: Multiple reports suggest the Packers have had conversations with teams about trading Randall Cobb, but who is initiating these calls? Why it's important to be a smart consumer of sports media in situations like this to decipher conflicting reports and parse rumor from reporting. Plus, we discuss the importance of health for Green Bay this season and the team heads toward the regular season with a remarkably healthy roster. Their depth is as good as it's been in recent years, but the starters should be among the best in the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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More improvements needed: Offense vs Defense: On today's Locked On Eagles: Does the offense or defense need to improve more from 2019 to get the Eagles back to NFC dominance? Was it just about injuries for the offense? Were there enough changes on defense in the offseason? A look at which unit has been the more reliable one during the Doug Pederson era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Eagles - Daily Podcast On The Philadelphia Eagles

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Why a free agent CB unlocks the Packers draft: The Packers are highly likely to sign a free-agent cornerback this spring. Doing so fits with Brian Gutekunst's MO as general manager, but also would free them up to be extremely flexible in the upcoming draft given where the talent lies and where Green Bay could be looking to get it. Plus, a veteran tight end previously coveted by the Packers hits the trade market. We discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Packers should take a page from Rams playbook, be aggressive in free agency: Even though the Packers don't have a rookie QB salary, they do have a compressed timeframe that salary creates. The Rams and Bears used that window to build in free agency and create contending teams in the NFC. Green Bay has enough money to spend this offseason with quality players at need positions available. They should consider taking a similar approach to going all-in for the short-term in order to maximize Aaron Rodgers while he's still Aaron Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

27 min listen

Locked On NFL Draft - 4/18/2020 - Guest Mock Draft Pick 30: Green Bay Packers (With Owen Riese): TOPICS: What is Aaron Rodgers in 2020? How Rodgers has evolved, but the Packers have not Green Bay has a "type" at WR -- and why they should break it Biggest areas of need for Green Bay Why this team plays so much nickel defense A controversial, yet logical, pick for GB at No. 30 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On NFL Draft - Daily Podcast On The NFL Draft, College Football & The NFL

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Just how good can the Packers defense be?: Struggles in the NFC Championship Game once again mask the progress made by key players for the Packers. With the internal development, a scheme change, and a few draft picks, how much better can Green Bay's defensive group be? The answer may surprise you, plus why it's good this team won't have to rely on many rookies in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

32 min listen

The We Are podcast - Ep. 81: Why the transfer portal really stinks: Cory Giger discusses Penn State and college sports on the We Are podcast by DK Pittsburgh Sports: Daily podcasts on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates!

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Packers digging into QBs in draft, plus your questions: Multiple reports have the Packers doing plenty of due diligence on this QB draft class. What dose it mean and could Green Bay actually pull the trigger? We discuss, plus take your questions about CB draft possibilities, Year 2 leaps, Rashan Gary at DE and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

25 min listen

Locked on Packers - Dec. 7 - Are Packers Too Young?: Are the Green Bay Packers too young? Do they rely too much on college free agents? You might think differently after listening to this podcast. Plus, Aaron Rodgers isn't the only quarterback going through a subpar statistical season. by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Patience with Packers in free agency, secret star Adrian Amos, more: In a historic free agent class, packed full of former starters, the Packers can afford to be patient, which is about all they can afford. Plus, we explain why Adrian Amos is one of the most important Green Bay defenders coming into 2021 and how his familiarity with the defense will be essential to his side of the ball hitting the ground running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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Locked On Packers - March 21st - Why the Packers should trade up for a top DB in the draft: Green Bay desperately needs talent at defensive back after trading Damarious Randall and letting Morgan Burnett leave for the Steelers. While there are still some solid free agent options, the Packers have considerable draft resources to aggressively seek out the best defensive backs in the draft. The best three of whom also happen to be the top defensive trio in the class. We dig into why it makes sense and how it could work out for Brian Gutekunst on draft day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

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