Locked On Packers

Is Bo Melton enough? Nate Hobbs is already hurt. Keisean Nixon and Carrington Valentine aren't stars. But they were good enough last year on a good defense! Still, some assurances would be nice. Plus, MarShawn Lloyd's frustratingly special talent and the deepest OL in the league. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

After an impressive showing from Jordan Morgan and a struggle from Anthony Belton, where does the Packers offensive line stand and what does it mean for the future? Plus, is a Trey Hendrickson trade back on the table? And what to watch for in the final week of the preseason. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Anthony Belton had five first-half penalties of his own and once again the Packers couldn't do basic things like line up correctly on a consistent basis in their second preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts. But once the backups started playing backups -- instead of the Colts starters -- this game evened out, and we saw some young players step up. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

After joint practices and a preseason game, there's plenty on the line for some Packers as they head to Indy for Week 2 of the preseason. Who has the most to prove? Plus, Jake Arthur from Locked on Colts tells us about Green Bay's dominating defensive performance at joint practices. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

He was checking the boxes early, but the transformation into a more complete player in training camp suggests Lukas Van Ness will blossom into the star the Packers thought he could be when they picked him in the first round back in 2023. Plus, Jordan Love has two superpowers -- they're related. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Jordan Love will have thumb surgery on his non-throwing hand, but is expected to be back for Week 1. Luckily for the Packers, they're built to deal with injuries, even to QB1. Plus, an opportunity for the OTHER Packers rookie receiver. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Athletic's QB Tiers have Jordan Love behind some questionable names in yet another list. Mike Sando, who surveys NFL coaches and evaluators to make the list, joins us to talk about what teams value, where Love is among his peers, and more.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

No, the preseason opener isn't proof the Packers haven't gotten past the issues that have been problematic in years past, BUT for them to get to where they want to get (a Super Bowl), they'll have to do it when it matters most. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

No one could catch the ball, the first team defense got gashed, and it didn't get much better as the Green Bay Packers hosted the New York Jets in their preseason opener. Matthew Golden might be WR1 by Week 1, though and some players with something to prove stepped up. Unfortunately, Jayden Reed also seems to be hurt. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Matt LaFleur wants to play his starters to protect them from injury. Sound weird? I thought so too, but the numbers back up his call. Plus, what's there to be excited about in the preseason opener? And Locked On Jets host John Butchko to gives us some insight into what's on the line for New York. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Packers open their preseason schedule against the New York Jets on Saturday night and players like Jordan Morgan have a lot to gain by playing well. Plus, Matt LaFleur responds to criticism of Javon Bullard and Travis Glover is out for the season. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Signing Nate Hobbs was a crucial part of the Packers' plan at cornerback, and now he's going to be out a few weeks with a knee cleanup surgery. His absence will tell us a lot about how good Brian Gutekunst's plan at the position was. Plus, what's the expectation for starters in the preseason? Matt LaFleur gives a hint. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Terry McLaurin and Micah Parsons are holding out, the Lions are still/already banged up, and the Browns are the Browns. The opening part of the Packers schedule is already breaking right for them. Plus, Jordan Love on "manipulating" defenses vs. just playing. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Jordan Love missed a deep shot to Matthew Golden, but otherwise thrived on Family Night. So, why are people -- even Packers fans -- freaking out about it? Plus, where does the offensive line stand after a tough showing from Jordan Morgan at tackle on Saturday night? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

It's just a practice, but 70,000 people still showed up to Lambeau Field on Saturday night to watch as the Packers put on a show. These moments are mostly about young players. We break down the good and bad on a LIVE Locked on Packers after the practice. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

We haven't even seen the 2025 class play a game yet, but Matthew Golden's immediate impressions suggest this draft class could set a new template for the Packers. Plus, how good does Golden have to be for Brian Gutekunst to trade one of these other receivers? And Sterling Sharpe is FINALLY getting inducted into the Hall of Fame. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

For most teams to go on a long run competing for Super Bowls, the quarterback has to be elite, or the defense has to be amazing. Do the Packers qualify for either? Both? Plus, Jordan Morgan WILL get to compete at left tackle after all.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

There's still a long way to go, but the early returns have been good for Lukas Van Ness and a potential breakout campaign in 2025. Plus, it may already be time to take the L on Matthew Golden, and what's going on with the offensive line exactly?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Elgton Jenkins returned to practice for the first day of padded practices in Green Bay, but the Packers' offensive line and Jenkins' future are still shrouded in mystery. Plus, what record Jeff Hafley's defense wants to chase this season, and why Christian Wilkins is not coming to Green Bay.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

It's only been a handful of practices for Matthew Golden, but the way he's being used by the Packers in training camp suggests the expectations have to be raised for what he can do this year. Plus, the two players who can most benefit from the pads coming on this week.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…