Sweating Out Free Agency

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The Packers are already doing much more than I thought they would this offseason.

Maggie Loney and Perri Goldstein open the episode by noting their return and the Packers' busy offseason. They discuss the theme of 'addition by subtraction,' highlighting releases like Rashawn Gary (traded for a fourth-round pick), Elgton Jenkins (signed with Cleveland), and Nate Hobbs (cut after one year). The hosts analyze the signings of Zaire Franklin (inside linebacker), Benjamin St. Juice (cornerback), Javon Hargrave (defensive tackle), and Sean Rhyan (re-signed offensive lineman). They debate the defensive line depth, noting injuries to Micah Parsons and Devonte Wyatt and the need for more help. The cornerback room is described as confusing, with St. Juice seen as a potential starter but questions about Keyshawn Nixon's future. The hosts touch on special teams improvements with the signing of returner Skyy Moore. They discuss players like Zaire Franklin and Javon Hargrave having connections to Jonathan Gannon, suggesting his appeal as a coach. Offensive line restructures for Xavier McKinney and Aaron Banks are mentioned, with speculation about cap space. The episode wraps with thoughts on departed players like Malik Willis (signed with Miami) and Romeo Doubs (signed with New England), and the hosts express overall satisfaction with the Packers' proactive approach.

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A Packers offseason check that makes defensive-front depth feel like the roster's pressure point.

Pack's What She Said returns to a Packers offseason the hosts frame as unusually short, with the defensive front sitting at the center of the roster worry.

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