#583 Packers Unscripted: Celebrating a legacy

Mike and Wes discuss the legacy of the late Ted Thompson (1:10), the former Packers GM, sharing their personal memories (8:30) and discussing his best second-round draft pick (14:25), value pick (19:18) and under-the-radar acquisition (24:00).

Mike and Wes discuss the anticipated news of QB Aaron Rodgers winning his third NFL MVP (:31), joining a select group of all-time greats (6:15), and consider Charles Woodson's pending Hall of Fame selection (12:01). They also give their thoughts on Super Bowl LV between the Chiefs and Buccaneers (21:21).

Mike and Wes discuss the commitment expressed by GM Brian Gutekunst and Head Coach Matt LaFleur to Aaron Rodgers as the Packers QB (:30), revisit Rodgers' comments about uncertainty (7:46), and describe the team's desire to keep developing young QBs (9:25). They also discuss the changes afoot on the coaching staff with the special teams coordinator (16:00) and defensive coordinator (21:52).

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers' loss in the NFC title game (:30), including how the Buccaneers capitalized on turnovers when the Packers didn't (5:05), when the controversial and questionable moments occurred (9:48), and how out-of-character the Packers got (16:52).

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers' keys to victory against the Buccaneers on offense (:31) and defense (10:53), including a commitment to the ground game, the need to protect the ball (8:09) and preparation for any up-tempo offense (16:48) from Tom Brady. They also take a look at the AFC title game (19:11).

Mike and Wes review the Packers' playoff victory over the Rams and what made the difference in the offensive (:30) and defensive (6:10) performances. They also discuss the Buccaneers' victory over the Saints (10:22), the pending Aaron Rodgers-Tom Brady QB matchup (15:05), and the challenge against Tampa Bay's inside LBs (18:16).

Mike and Wes discuss the Packers' keys to victory against the Rams on offense (:30) and defense (6:20), and how Green Bay must be prepared to handle the momentum swings of a playoff game (13:21). They also preview the other NFC Divisional matchup, Buccaneers-Saints (16:18), and the two games in the AFC as well (20:25).

Mike and Wes discuss the Rams' wild-card victory at Seattle (:30), key matchups for the upcoming Packers-Rams divisional game (3:05), the rest of the playoff picture in the NFC (11:34) and AFC (16:30), and the Pro Football Hall of Fame candidacies of Charles Woodson and LeRoy Butler (18:43).