#905 Packers Unscripted: Missed opportunity in Minnesota

Mike and Wes review the loss to the Vikings, from the snowball effect in the fourth quarter (:30) to the early-game regrets as well (7:00). They also discuss the officiating (15:45) and look around the league at Week 1 (27:00).

Mike and Wes discuss the keys to victory in Minnesota, including containing the Vikings' passing game (:50), finding balance on offense (6:10), and dealing with U.S. Bank Stadium (12:00). They also review the kickoff opener in Seattle (19:39) and look around at other key matchups in Week 1 (22:06).

Mike and Wes provide an overview of the Minnesota Vikings, including their new QB (1:30) and veteran-heavy defense (8:20). They also discuss the expected atmosphere in U.S. Bank Stadium (13:16), having division matchups in Week 1 (17:00) and the first two games that'll kick off the NFL regular season (22:13).

Mike and Wes take a look at the most important developments of the past month (1:30), including the re-emergence of TE Tucker Kraft and RB MarShawn Lloyd (5:30), the Packers' biggest strengths (9:53) and concerns (16:45) heading into Week 1, and who are this team's sleepers in 2026 (28:00).

Mike and Wes review all the roster moves made by the Packers in recent days, including three trades (:45), the acquisition of a new QB3 (5:10), the signing of TE Jonnu Smith (6:10) and the focus on depth in the trenches (12:50). They also revisit DT Anthony Campbell's story (16:05), discuss WR J. Michael Sturdivant making the team as an undrafted rookie (23:36), and provide the latest injury updates (26:50).

Mike and Wes provide their thoughts on the new Rivalries uniforms (:35) as well as review their top takeaways from the second preseason game in Denver (2:35). They also discuss a spirited Monday practice that included standout performances from LB Edgerrin Cooper and CB Keisean Nixon, and they share what they're looking for in the joint practice and preseason finale vs. the Cardinals (21:47).

Mike and Wes preview Friday's second preseason game against the Broncos, discussing players who will look to stack another good performance on top of the Pittsburgh opener (3:35), the desire for No. 2 QB Tyrod Taylor to settle in (7:21), the ongoing competition and potentially difficult decisions coming at defensive tackle (14:50), and a final thought on what to look for in Denver (20:22).

Mike and Wes review the standouts from the preseason game in Pittsburgh, including rookie K Trey Smack (:40) and No. 3 QB Kyle McCord (7:00). They also discuss TE Tucker Kraft's return to 11-on-11 work in practice (11:24), the continued emergence of DE Brenton Cox Jr. (23:30) and the competition at the DT position (30:30).