#343 Packers Unscripted: Keys to victory

In their last show before taking a bye-week break, Mike and Wes discuss the Packers coaching staff’s task during the week off (1:20), the tight bunch of teams atop the NFC following the Monday night result (5:42), and their biggest surprise for Green Bay so far through 10 games (15:48).

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ down-to-the-wire victory over the Panthers, reviewing the final drive (:47), the overall defense on RB Christian McCaffrey (5:10), Green Bay’s ground game behind RBs Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams (11:33), and the performance of WR Davante Adams (16:00). They also take a look at other key action in the NFL from Week 10 (20:21).

Mike and Wes discuss the keys to Packers vs. Panthers, beginning with the running back matchup (2:57), the pass protection for both teams (6:45), and the factor the weather could play (10:00). They also take a look at other games around the NFL in Week 10 (16:43).

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ offense getting the running backs more involved again (1:06), the defense getting S Ibraheim Campbell back in the mix (13:12), and this year’s team nominee in the Salute to Service initiative, FB Danny Vitale (19:33).

Mike and Wes break down the Panthers on both sides of the ball, focusing specifically on RB Christian McCaffrey (2:02), QB Kyle Allen (6:14), and LB Luke Kuechly (13:16).

Mike and Wes review the loss to the Chargers (1:08) and discuss it in the context of a big NFC showdown with Carolina this week (8:28). They also take a look at the rest of Week 9’s results and where the Packers stand (14:30).

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ keys to victory against the Chargers (:49), the anticipation of a unique venue and environment for Sunday’s game (8:12), and other action around the league in Week 9 (12:17).

Mike and Wes discuss seeing WR Davante Adams back on the practice field (:54) and how his return could impact the Packers’ other receivers (2:25) and opposing defenses (5:01). They also discuss Wes’s profile piece on DL Tyler Lancaster (8:42).

Mike and Wes break down the Chargers’ season thus far (3:35) and take a look at their offense (7:20) and defense (11:52). They also update some changes on special teams for the Packers (16:58).

Mike and Wes discuss Matt LaFleur’s weekly 1-0 approach, how it fits the Packers (1:21) and the role the veterans play in backing up the message (5:21). They also review some results from Week 8, including the game involving the NFC North rival Bears and this week’s opponent, the Chargers (14:12).

Mike and Wes discuss several key components of the Packers’ victory in Kansas City, including the performances of RB Aaron Jones (1:00) and QB Aaron Rodgers (6:22), the handling of momentum shifts (10:26), key defensive plays by DT Tyler Lancaster and CB Chandon Sullivan (15:28), and the offense’s final drive to kill the clock (18:37).

Mike and Wes discuss the keys to victory for the Packers in Kansas City on both the defensive (:51) and offensive (6:12) sides of the ball. They also look at some of Green Bay’s history at Arrowhead Stadium (10:59) and review where things stand in the NFC North in Week 8 (14:25).

Mike and Wes discuss the injury situations with Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (1:03) and Packers WR Davante Adams (4:07) and S Darnell Savage (6:07). They also take a closer look at Green Bay’s tight ends, including Robert Tonyan (8:24) and Jimmy Graham (11:45), and how the Packers have stayed strong in the fourth quarter much of the season so far (15:16).

Mike and Wes take a look at the Chiefs, including backup QB Matt Moore (2:15), star TE Travis Kelce (5:41), speedy playmaker Tyreek Hill (7:34), and Kansas City’s defense (10:41). They also discuss the kind of atmosphere to expect in prime time at Arrowhead Stadium (13:48).

Mike and Wes discuss what the last three weeks might do for the Packers’ WR corps in the long run (3:47) and review some of the other happenings around the NFL in Week 7, including the Vikings-Lions result (8:18), the Bears’ loss (12:28) and some perspective on the Monday night blowout (16:10).

Mike and Wes review several aspects of the Packers’ victory over the Raiders, including QB Aaron Rodgers’ perfect passer rating (1:01), Oakland QB Derek Carr’s game-changing turnover (5:25), other key stops by the Green Bay defense (9:13), and the work of the Packers’ offensive line (16:47).

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ keys to victory against the Raiders on offense (:52), including the work of RBs Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams (4:37), and on defense (8:17). They also examine other key games around the NFL in Week 7 (14:18).

Mike and Wes examine Oakland on offense (3:16), including Green Bay native and fullback Alec Ingold (7:29), as well as on defense (10:50). They also look at the Packers’ new addition in WR Ryan Grant (13:02) and discuss QB Aaron Rodgers’ recent performances with injuries to his perimeter players (16:44).

Mike and Wes discuss some of the lesser-known moments from Monday night’s victory turned in by players like CB Jaire Alexander (3:04), G Elgton Jenkins (4:08) and DL Dean Lowry (6:55). They also share their thoughts on the officiating controversies (10:47).

Mike and Wes discuss the performances of WR Allen Lazard (2:22), RB Jamaal Williams (11:39), and the Packers’ defense (16:34) in the last-second won over the Lions.

Mike and Wes take a look at the Packers’ injury report (:50) and then examine the keys to victory over the Lions on offense (4:33) and defense (11:32).

Mike and Wes dive into the Detroit Lions, looking at how they got to 2-1-1 (1:01), the play of QB Matthew Stafford (4:27), the look of their defense (12:27) and some key matchups for Monday night (14:45).

Mike and Wes discuss two players down the depth chart who had a big impact in the Packers’ victory over the Cowboys – cornerback Chandon Sullivan (1:47) and offensive lineman Lucas Patrick (8:25). They also review some key happenings around the league from Week 5 (19:12).

Mike and Wes recap the Packers’ road victory over the Cowboys, focusing on RB Aaron Jones’ superb performance, the defense’s ups and downs (10:19) and the play of CB Kevin King (12:25).

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers’ keys to victory against the Cowboys, first on defense (:51) with containing RB Ezekiel Elliott, then on offense (7:09) with RB Aaron Jones and QB Aaron Rodgers. They also take a look at Week 5 around the NFL, beginning with Thursday night’s NFC West result (15:35) and other notable games on Sunday (18:59).