William from Newburgh, IN

Win your one-on-ones but no mention of pad levels? Come on man!

I am so glad we've reached the end of another week.

George from Edinburg, VA

Guys, it has probably been 20 years since I first learned that, with this cool Q&A on the internet, a knowledgeable fellow like Mr. Christl can so thoroughly educate you (as have you guys since). I so appreciate he is on the Packer team, and I look forward to tomorrow's edition.

Cliff never comes up short. You don't want to miss his latest.

Tyler from Stetsonville, WI

"Packers need to start racking up wins now – not tomorrow, not after breakfast. Now." There are many movie references that I appreciate in II but this one gave me a good chuckle. I both agree with the statement and approve of the fantastic reference. Just beat LA.

Wes can hit you over the head with a movie reference, or subtly slip one in. The latter are my favorite.

Tom from Nolanville, TX

Good morning II, I didn't realize the Pack hasn't beaten the Rams in Southern Cal since '66. That would have been a sweep that year as the Pack beat them in an exciting radio broadcast in Milwaukee, 6-3. Ted Moore always had a flare for the dramatic. Every pass was "almost intercepted!" I had attended two of the past losses including the No. 88 game at the Memorial Coliseum in 2017. Grrrr. Time to get off the schneid this Sunday. GPG

I also enjoy slang that comes from card games. Not since '66? Mercy.

Greg from Denver, CO

Love all you guys do for the fans on a daily basis. I do have a quibble however. Pete Rose got exactly what he deserved. One rule in the sport and he broke it many times, lied about it for years then told the truth when he had a book to sell. There isn't a time limit or grace period. Sorry for his family and friends but no Hall for Pete.

I believe we're for the most part a forgiving culture when people own up to their transgressions. In the face of overwhelming evidence, Rose didn't own up to his – the greatest sin in the sport – for decades, so I have no problem with keeping him out. Same for the steroid users like Clemens, Bonds and others who refused to fess up when given ample opportunity. That's a different discussion, but too late now regardless.

Bruce from Jackson, WI

Mike, where do Packer greats go to whither and become irrelevant? The answer recently has to be the Jets. Tae has indicated why wouldn't he want to play with Rodgers? Respecting Tae's talents and career I have to hope he goes somewhere with more opportunities to finish his career. If you were his father or mentor, where would you advise him to go if salary cap weren't an issue and he had the choice? Would you say the Chiefs, 49ers, Commanders, Bills, Ravens or maybe the Packers?

If I were Tae, I'd look long and hard at Buffalo, unless he's just done with cold-weather games. And if I'm the Bills, I go into a full-court press to get him.

Julian from Gastonia, NC

With September in the books I'd like to offer three or four Packer players that are playing at an All-Pro level. On defense we have Xavier McKinney. On offense we have Zach Tom, Jayden Reed and perhaps Josh Jacobs. Do you agree? Have I missed anyone for their play in September? Overall Packer MVP of the month is Malik Willis.

I don't think you've missed anyone, and I think there's a lot more to come from Jacobs, especially this week against a run defense that ranks even worse than the Colts'.

Nick from Plainwell, MI

Good morning Insiders! I've been pleasantly surprised by Emanuel Wilson's play at RB this year thus far. He seems to be a nice complementary back to Jacobs. I enjoyed how when he scored his first touchdown he went right to the sidelines, reminded me of old Barry Sanders celebrations. Were you surprised to hear that maybe he was the better option for pass protection?

He's come a long way there, as many young running backs do. But he also missed the block on a blitz stunt the Vikings ran on a sack of Jordan Love. From what I've gathered regarding LaFleur's comment from Sunday, Jacobs missed a key blitz read in the game so they went with Wilson for a while. It doesn't sound like it was some sort of permanent re-ordering of reliability in that area.

Thomas from Cedar Rapids, IA

Since the kicker discussion won't die, let me add this: Against Indy, Brayden Narveson missed a 49-yarder. The next possession the Packers were at the 38. I know he was playing the field-position game but I was begging MLF to try a 55-yard FG. Not only to put the game away, but to give 44 a ton of confidence back in one swing of the leg. I don't recall wind conditions, but MLF opted to punt. I thought that was a show of no confidence. Would you have considered a FG?

First, it was a 45-yarder Narveson missed that game. Second, the next potential try would've been from 56. I understand what you're saying about confidence and icing the game. But with a six-point lead, less than 50 seconds on the clock, and the Colts out of timeouts, the risk of giving the ball back at the 46 wasn't worth it. Daniel Whelan's punt pinned them on the 5 and gave the defense 41 more yards to work with. That was absolutely the right call.

Arn from Kenosha, WI

It seems to me that with all of the soul-searching we do about what went wrong, we often fail to overlook, not the amount of, nor the distance, but rather the timing of penalties. Nothing destroys momentum more than penalties in the red zone or on third-and-short. Are there any statistics related to this?

Not that I know of, but I often go back and look at what happened right after a penalty was called to see the true impact. In Brazil, after an offensive holding turned second-and-1 into second-and-11, Love was intercepted on the next snap. Last week, a false start turned third-and-8 into third-and-13, and the ensuing field goal hit the upright. That kind of stuff is all over every game in this league.

Ethan from La Crosse, WI

I don't want to be rude, but the people clamoring for Willis over Love after four games need to be ridiculed out of the Inbox. Indy and Tennessee are both clearly inferior teams compared to Philadelphia and Minnesota. Get your heads out of the ground and find some common sense, or stop submitting questions about it. This has got to stop. Thanks Mike and Wes for all you do.

I tried. Appreciate your efforts, too.

Brendon from San Antonio Tlayacapan, Mexico

Do I remember accurately that Rodgers was inconsistent in fourth quarters until about midway through 2009, his second season as our starter? If so, it bodes well for Love as the story of this season unfolds.

While Rodgers didn't get his first fourth-quarter comeback victory until Week 1 of 2009, I always thought the knock was unfair because in '08 he led multiple fourth-quarter scoring drives only to have the defense give it right back. That said, the bottom line is one month into their second seasons as starters, Rodgers was 8-12 while Love is 10-11 (including playoffs). The Packers are going to be just fine.

Dan from Richmond, VA

I'm fine with GB bringing Edgerrin Cooper along slowly. It's the wise thing to do. But I have a question regarding Mike's observation that Cooper "lined up on the wrong side of the defensive formation in Brazil." While the onus is ultimately on Cooper to get it right, don't we have a veteran or two on defense who are supposed to recognize an improper alignment and make the necessary adjustments before the snap? Especially when it comes to rookies with minimal experience?

For sure, and somebody should've corrected him. But that was also the first game with a new coordinator and new scheme, and the first time the defense was in a red-zone situation. It happens.

Erik from Rydal, GA

I watched last week's game between the Chiefs and Chargers. The aerial views of SoFi Stadium really made me appreciate it more. It was beautiful how they made the landscaping blend into the stadium. What venue or venues made a different impression on you after seeing them for the first time?

When I was a kid, the first NFL game I attended was a Packers-Bears contest at Soldier Field. That place had a really special feel to it back in the day. Not so much anymore. Otherwise, I'd say the setting in Pittsburgh and the tailgate scene in Kansas City always catch my eye.

Herbert from Palm Desert, CA

Good morning. I'll be making my first trip to Sofi this Sunday, and judging from the seating diagram, I'll be in better position to see the game than both of you. Seems like a rotten spot for a press box. I feel like the keys to victory for the Pack will be the ever important turnover ratio, pressure from the D line and eliminating holding calls while keeping Love clean (nine accepted in four games is a black mark on a talented front line). Am I close to your assessment?

My assessment is you just greatly dampened my enthusiasm for this trip, but I confess I am growing accustomed to crappy press box views. Last year in Vegas we were so high up the next elevator button was for the moon.

Mike from Charlotte, NC

I don't mean to compare directly, as it is just a quick observation that does seem to suggest some similarities in pattern when comparing this defense to that of 2011. The penchant for INTs is strikingly similar, as are their general performance metrics. Though, that doesn't ever tell the full story. What do these guys have that is different than in 2011 that you feel will help them improve and excel as the season progresses?

I believe this defense has a lot more depth, particularly within the front seven, than the '11 defense did. That should serve the unit well in the long run.

Jeff from Puyallup, WA

Mike, really random question here, when practice is closed to the media is Larry allowed to watch by virtue of his organizational status or is he considered "media"? Thank you guys for all you do!

In his capacity as the team's radio analyst, Larry is allowed to watch all of practice to prepare for the broadcasts.

Chris from Catawba, WI

Much was debated in the offseason regarding the hip-drop tackle. Now that we are a few games in, seems nothing but crickets. Has the league issued any fines for the new rule and if so have any Packer players fallen victim?

There were six fines for hip-drop tackles issued in Weeks 1-2. I haven't heard if there were any for Weeks 3-4. I don't believe any Packers have been fined for that. Jacobs received a whopper of a fine for illegal use of the helmet in the Tennessee game, which he's appealing. It was a big number because he was fined for it in the past with the Raiders.

George from Green Bay, WI

In the Miami-Tennessee game when the Dolphins attempted an onside kick/punt after a safety, I was wondering if you knew the reason for the ball being placed at the 10-yard line after the penalty? Also, what was the exact penalty that was called?

Miami's onside kick attempt went beyond the designated set-up area for onside kicks, so the Dolphins were flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct. Because the free-kick spot after the safety was the 20-yard line, the penalty was half-the-distance and the ball was placed on the 10.

Tucker from Belton, TX

What's frustrating about the officiating situation in the NFL is that they know how to address it, they just choose not to. My theory is that until ratings take a hit because of officiating (they won't), the NFL couldn't care less about missed calls.

Until the league decides getting the calls right is more important than a few extra minutes added to every broadcast, the discussion of officiating will never end. The league does like the debate and controversy, I believe, as long as potential gambling scandals stay away.

Caleb from Johnson City, TN

In a season filled with wild upsets thus far, do you foresee any this weekend?

If they can be foreseen, are they really upsets? It wouldn't shock me if Andy Dalton goes back to Chicago and wins against the Bears.

Erik from Anchorage, AK

While the Vikings game was bizarre, the first quarter of the season has been equally bizarre. Leaving the Eagles game most fans would be happy with the Packers sitting at 2-2. What's is your take on this October stretch of games?

Just beat the Rams.

Jennifer from Middleton, WI

Boy, some of my fellow IIers need to take a breath. Sure, I watch the shows full of hot takes but I roll my eyes when four games in MVPs are anointed and case in point, this morning it was said if we don't beat LA then Love is an issue. I appreciate Mike and Wes because in this well-cultivated space, temperance is appropriate for a week-to-week league. They acknowledge the problems and celebrate the good but reason is king, not emotion or click bait. As always, thanks boys.

No, thank you.

James from Appleton, WI

If the Packers win this week and start a streak, they'll have found their stride in half the time it took last season. Next season, they can find themselves after splitting the first two games, then the next year after that they'll rally in the second half of the opener. It's kind of a Zeno's Paradox, but for nervous football fans.

That'll do it for me. Happy Friday.