️ Hosted by Ahman Green — Green Bay Packers All-Time Leading Rusher

With the season over, the Packers wasted no time setting the direction of the franchise before the NFL Combine. In this episode, Ahman Green walks through the critical checklist items Green Bay needed to address early in the offseason — and why acting quickly gives the Packers a competitive edge.

Ahman starts with Matt LaFleur’s multiyear contract extension, explaining why the move reinforces stability, trust, and accountability within the organization. He details how LaFleur’s leadership through quarterback transitions and roster turnover has earned him the opportunity to continue shaping the Packers’ identity.

The conversation then turns to the biggest structural change of the offseason: the departure of Jeff Hafley and the hiring of Jonathan Gannon as defensive coordinator. Ahman breaks down why Gannon’s experience as both a coordinator and a head coach appealed to LaFleur, and how Gannon’s previous success with the Eagles aligns with a Packers defense built around Micah Parsons and Xavier McKinney.

Ahman also explains why timing mattered — how moving quickly allowed Green Bay to secure Gannon before other teams could, even if it meant missing out on interviewing Jim Leonhard. The episode closes with a look at what still needs to be finalized before the Combine, including possible additional staff changes, front-office extensions, and defensive identity alignment heading into Indianapolis.

• 00:00 – 01:30 | Intro & why the pre-Combine window matters

• 01:30 – 05:00 | Matt LaFleur contract extension breakdown

• 05:00 – 10:00 | Defensive coordinator change: Hafley out, Gannon in

• 10:00 – 12:00 | What Jonathan Gannon brings & why it fits the roster

• 12:00 – 14:30 | Timing, missed interviews & beating the market

• 14:30 – 16:48 | What still must be done before the Combine

• Matt LaFleur signs multiyear extension

• Jonathan Gannon hired as defensive coordinator

• Fourth defensive coordinator in LaFleur’s tenure

• Defense built around Micah Parsons & Xavier McKinney

• Packers moved quickly to secure Gannon amid league-wide interest

• Additional staff changes still possible

• Front office extensions expected

• Combine focus now aligned with defensive vision

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Hosted by Ahman Green — Green Bay Packers All-Time Leading Rusher

The Packers’ season came to a painful end at Soldier Field, falling 31–27 to the Bears in the NFC Wild Card round after surrendering a 25–6 fourth-quarter run. Green Bay controlled the game early, jumping out to a 21–3 halftime lead behind four touchdown passes from Jordan Love, but couldn’t close the door as Chicago stormed back with its seventh fourth-quarter comeback of the season.

Ahman breaks down how the Bears adjusted offensively, how Caleb Williams settled in after early struggles, and how missed opportunities — including a missed extra point and a missed field goal — loomed large late. He explains why the absence of Micah Parsons changed the defensive ceiling and how the Packers struggled to generate pressure when it mattered most.

The episode closes with a broader view of the season, including:

• Why Jordan Love’s growth is still a positive takeaway

• How injuries derailed momentum down the stretch

• What the Packers must address in the offseason

• Why Matt LaFleur’s contract extension makes sense given the team’s sustained competitiveness and successful transition at quarterback

“This loss hurts — especially against the Bears — but it doesn’t erase the progress this team has made. The next step is learning how to finish in January.”

• 00:00 – 01:45 | Intro & Wild Card stakes

• 01:45 – 03:30 | Packers dominate early (21–3 lead)

• 03:30 – 4:30 | Fourth-quarter collapse & missed chances

• 4:30 – 6:00 | Caleb Williams’ comeback performance

• 6:00 – 8:30 | Life without Micah Parsons

• 8:30 – 10:00 | What went wrong structurally

• 10:00 – 12:30 | Season evaluation & roster outlook

• 12:30 – 14:00 | Matt LaFleur contract extension

• 14:00 – 16:30 | Offseason priorities

• 16:30 – 18:35 | Final thoughts & closing

• Packers led 21–3 at halftime, 27–16 early in the 4th

• Bears outscored Green Bay 25–6 in the 4th quarter

• Love: 323 yards, 4 TDs

• Missed XP + missed FG proved decisive

• Bears win 3rd of last 5 vs Packers

• Packers finish 9–8–1

• LaFleur: 6 playoff trips in 7 seasons

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BLEAV in Packers with Ahman Green
Soldier Field | Saturday Night | NFC Wild Card

In this episode of BLEAV in Packers, Ahman Green breaks down the NFC Wild Card matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears, a rivalry meeting for the third time this season with everything on the line. With both teams knowing each other inside and out, Ahman dives into the tape, tendencies, and playoff-specific factors that will decide who advances.

Full Episode Description

Ahman Green previews Saturday night’s playoff clash at Soldier Field, where the Packers and Bears renew the NFL’s longest-running rivalry under the postseason spotlight. The two teams split the regular-season series, and familiarity shapes every part of this game — from coverage tendencies to late-game decision-making.

On offense, Ahman explains how Jordan Love and the Packers can attack Chicago’s defense by staying patient against zone looks while capitalizing on man coverage opportunities, particularly with Christian Watson stretching the field. He discusses why Green Bay must be efficient early, protect the football, and finish drives instead of settling for field goals.

When the Bears have the ball, Ahman breaks down Chicago’s run-first identity and how it sets up Caleb Williams for play-action throws. With Green Bay adjusting defensively after losing Micah Parsons, Ahman highlights how quarterback mobility, underneath targets, and tempo control could favor Chicago if the Packers don’t generate pressure.

The episode also explores:

Why turnovers and fourth-quarter execution are the defining factors

How third-down efficiency and red-zone performance will decide the outcome

Which players are positioned to swing the game in a single moment

How playoff football compresses margins and rewards discipline over flash

Ahman closes with his keys to the game, matchup-based betting insights, and what Green Bay must do to survive a cold, physical night in Chicago.

️ Timestamps

00:00 – 01:30 | Intro & Wild Card atmosphere

01:30 – 05:30 | Rivalry context & what the tape reveals

05:30 – 10:00 | Packers offense vs Bears defense

10:00 – 14:30 | Bears offense vs Packers defense

14:30 – 18:00 | Turnovers, pace & fourth-quarter edge

18:00 – 20:00 | Ahman’s keys to the game & prediction

Key Episode Notes

Packers and Bears meet for the third time this season

Packers look to exploit man coverage with Watson and deep routes

Bears aim to control tempo with the run and play-action

Turnover differential heavily favors Chicago

Red-zone execution is critical for Green Bay

Fourth-quarter composure likely determines the winner

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