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Jason Wilde

Jason Wilde

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 Jason Wilde, host of ESPN Wisconsin's Wilde & Tausch, is in his 25th season covering the Green Bay Packers, having written for ESPN.com, ESPN Wisconsin, the Wisconsin State Journal, and now The Athletic. Any time Jason joins any ESPN Wisconsin program, yo2024, Good Karma Brands, LLC Football (American) Politics & Government
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  • Jason Wilde on the Packers Draft, Roster Gaps, and Gutey’s Next Moves

    Jason Wilde on the Packers Draft, Roster Gaps, and Gutey’s Next Moves
    Apr 10 2026
    Jason Wilde joined Jen, Gabe, and Chewy for a wide-ranging Packers conversation centered on the upcoming draft, Brian Gutekunst’s roster-building philosophy, and where Green Bay still has real questions to answer. Jason explained why “best player available” is often more complicated than the cliché suggests, sharing a great Ted Thompson story to illustrate how need can still break ties on a draft board. He also compared Gutekunst’s approach to John Schneider’s, arguing that while there are many ways to build a roster, the Packers GM has so far built teams that are good, but not yet truly championship-level. The conversation also dug into cap space, possible restructures, and what Green Bay’s offseason may look like from here. Jason suggested the Packers could lean more toward draft picks, bargain signings, and extensions for players they already know they want to keep, with names like Tucker Kraft and Christian Watson coming up in that context. He also pointed to one of his biggest concerns with the current roster: not the frontline starters, but the lack of enough draft capital to properly backfill future departures. Wilde questioned whether the Packers have done enough to prepare for contract decisions looming at wide receiver and elsewhere, while making it clear that cornerback still feels like the most obvious immediate need.
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    16 mins
  • Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour

    Jason Wilde on The Homer Hour
    Apr 9 2026
    Packers reporter Jason Wilde joined The Homer Hour to break down expectations for the upcoming season. Wilde discussed whether 10 wins should be considered the bare minimum for this Packers team and what that says about where the franchise is right now. He also highlighted potential “starters in waiting” on the roster — young players who could be ready to take on bigger roles — and weighed in on whether Edgerrin Cooper played better last season than many people realized. The conversation wrapped with a look at pressure on leadership, as Wilde outlined what kind of win total could put Matt LaFleur and Brian Gutekunst in trouble this season. A big-picture look at expectations and roster development in Green Bay on The Homer Hour.
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    20 mins
  • “They Don’t Care” - Jason Wilde on NFL’s 18-Game Push & Player Safety

    “They Don’t Care” - Jason Wilde on NFL’s 18-Game Push & Player Safety
    Apr 9 2026
    The NFL is pushing toward an 18-game season — but at what cost? In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Jason Wilde delivers a blunt and emotional take on the league’s priorities, following news surrounding Steve McMichael and the ongoing conversation about player safety. 🚨 The Core Message Jason doesn’t mince words: 👉 “They don’t care.” As the NFL continues to expand, the conversation focuses on: Player safety vs league growth The long-term effects of football And whether the league is truly prioritizing its players 🧠 The 18-Game Debate The league is clearly moving toward: An 18-game regular season Expanded international games Even greater revenue growth But Jason raises the key issue: 👉 What are players actually getting in return? ⚠️ CTE, Concussions & Reality Using past examples and personal reflection, the discussion highlights: How normalized injuries used to be How quickly major issues fade from public attention And how little the conversation around concussions exists today compared to before 💰 What Players Should Be Fighting For Instead of smaller concessions, the argument is: 👉 Players should demand meaningful long-term support Including: Lifetime healthcare Real post-career protections Benefits that actually matter after football 🏈 The Bigger Picture The reality is clear: The NFL continues to grow financially Owners continue to push for expansion And the burden continues to fall on players
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    28 mins
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