Thank God.

Go big or go home. Time to get better. I'm sick of a defense that you can count on giving up a 30 burger in every damn playoff game.

MIKE SINGLETARY...THAT IS ALL...

So glad the Packer organization saved $ by “encouraging” MLF to keep Mike Pettine on until his contract ran out after this season.

Who cares if Pettine was actually Mike McCarthy’s guy as the defensive coordinator and who could blame a corporation for not wanting to pay Pettine to not coach in 2019 and 2020?

Between keeping Pettine for 2 more years after MM was fired and shrewdly not overpaying MLF’s personal choice for Special Teams coordinator in 2019 (Darren Rizzi) and instead going with bargain basement Shawn Mennenga, the organization undoubtedly save $millions for its shareholders.

What more could a Packer shareholder want but a management team that is always looking out for the financial bottom line?

Well done front office, well done.

Hire someone that will stay aggressive unless we are up by 30, a defensive coordinator that expects fundamental tackling from professionals or they are gone. A defensive coordinator that recognizes the importance of a quality ILB to quarterback the D.

I'm already reading about rumors that "they are looking at internal candidates." Oh please no! Don't screw this one up, Murphy. (Until proven otherwise, I am assuming that Mark Micro-manager is still calling the shots on all personnel moves,)

Give Jerry Gray a shot. He can't possibly be any worse the Pettine.

I'll wait for a statement from Gute on this one. Pettine was in a contract year, and maybe he decided to walk. Well, the friction between Lafleur and Pettine was too much in house. Still, the weight sits firmly on Lafleur now, no more excuses. Johnny Gray as DC is likely with how late this happened. Oh, and let's not forget, Lafleur is now in his contract year. Things getting interesting at 1265...

I was starting to get a very very Capers feel early this season Sort of glad Pettine wasn't retained. Meltdowns against the colts and the Bucs sealed his fate. Question is , whose out there thats better? Lovey smith would be an interesting fit. Kris Kocurek would also be a good choice if you wanted an up and comer.

Whomever they hire, he'd better be not a re-build need guy, as Rodgers don't have the time for that, if an SB for Rodgers is the priority.

I should think it’s always the priority. Despite appearances.

Thank god, mlf makes mistakes, but at least he doesn’t compound them by letting coordinators stay for YEARS !! Honestly I’d rather lose with someone else, I’ve seen enough of Mikey P.. Can we get a coach that doesn’t have the first name Mike ? It doesn’t seem to work here ha.. Who are some good guys to consider for the new Dc job ??

Two good moves; the Special Teams and DC; definitely two weak links. There is some talent on that defense and I suspect both openings will be an upgrade big time. I know King screwed up on that play at end of first half, but i don’t understand the scheme they used; definitely wasn’t prevent.

Pettine (HORSE) not renewed in his enemy year of the RAT. Gives up what Tony Dungy called "That may be the worst defensive design I’ve ever seen with 8 seconds and no timeouts left. Green Bay—I’m not sure how you play inside technique man to man and not just play zone and protect the sideline and the end zone? Amazing."

ENEMY YEAR STRIKES BACK!!!

Dear Prospective Defensive Coordinators,

Practice tackling or stay away.

Thank you, Jeremy

What nobody is telling you Packer fans. Is that Pettine was offered an extension.
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After improving Def. scoring by 5-6 PPG over the 2018 defense, after 2019, he turned down an offer to extend his contract. I'm surprised people more "in the know" than i am, haven't brought this up at all.
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I'm not so sure making the defensive players re-watch last seasons NFCCG loss, was the smartest motivational tool he could use.

Yay, that’s All I can say right now other than no internals please.

Jim Leonhard anyone?

Great news.! Jack Del Rio?

Could care less that he has no coaching experience, but at least give Ray Lewis a phone call.

Coaches coach, players make plays. A new DC and 2 more play makers on defense.

The fact that we will have a new DC and ST coach is encouraging news. As depressing as two consecutive NFCC losses are, if we can improve these two aspects of our team, you'd have to believe the 2021 Packers should be even better. Maybe the third time is the charm??

Need a DC who puts some nasty in the attitude of the defense and who focuses on tackling. Thanks, Since ‘61

Looks like there are teams still out there looking at Wade Phillips. Now that would be a good choice. Lets hope that Matt has been looking already before he fired Pettine.

As I've stated in a reply. Our defensive coordinator may already be on the roster. Gray is a well respected Defensive Coordinator and his defenses for the most part were really good. The years they weren't he was lacking talent. Now I'd welcome anyone who won't call single high safety with 8 seconds left in the half and the other team clearly going for points and not just 3.

Last year, at the end, when many of you called Pettine head, I told you that he will walk after this season. He said in his very first interview after signing vontract with Packers that no coordinators should stay with team more than 3 years, because game evolve and teams need fresh ideas.

He shows us that he was talking the truth. And tjat he follows his philosophy.

This move should have happened when MLF took over team. Although I can understand keeping him for continuity reasons - he ultimately perpetuated the MM poor defensive-play hang over. A fresh coach on defense may have instilled a different attitude and possibly influenced draft selection as well.

Before he went back to NE Matt Patricia would have been my choice, I know look at his time in Detroit not good. But when he was in NE for years their defense was always right up their next they would say it was Bill that did the job, he may have helped but Patricia would have been an upgrade in GB. I just want a guy that has a handle on 3rd down, for past years 3rd down has completely killed them, smart stud ILB that commands respect of teammates is needed as well. The rooks certainly were ok little on the injured side but overall ok. Slot receiver and another run stopper. Sign another vet CB, King has left the building (hopefully) he can bring his stare down and back patting to another team too soft a player.

Where was the leadership. If Woodson would have been on the field, I'd bet my house he would have called a time out. Amos said he wished he had, Pettine didn't, HC didn't, King didn't, the clock was stopped WTF ..............WHY? They all are supposed to be professionals , did they not know WTF to do? No excuses in an NFCCG.

I would prefer a DC from outside the organization who has no loyalty to the existing defensive staff or players. Someone who will bring a sense of urgency to the defense on every play. Someone who sends a message to the staff and the players that if you don’t perform you’re gone.

We also need a DC who understands situational football and has his players prepared for it.

An inside guy could be OK but he is going to have his favorites, it’s only natural. If the Packers want to consider inside candidates they should hire a 3rd party to evaluate those candidates along with any outside candidates. My business partner and I did this for years when we needed to fill positions in our consulting company and it was one of the best decisions we ever made. I hope the Packers take their time and finally hire the right guy because allowing an of 35 points in the conference championship is never going to get us to the SB whether we have Rodgers, Favre, Marino, P. Manning, Montana, Unitas, Brady or Starr as our QB. Thanks, Since ‘61

I don't know who it is but I want an aggressive DC , Someone who rattles the QB on every play , rush 4-5-6 , Jaire , and Savage back Greene and Amos in the box. Let Zee, Clark and Gary loose. First round in April get the biggest, fastest, baddest (available) MLB in the draft. Carry On !

Hey, at least Capers isn’t an option!

“The Lions announced Friday they have hired former Carolina Panthers and Houston Texans head coach Dom Capers as the team's senior defensive assistant.”

I feel sorry for Lions fans.

I don’t have any idea who to hire, just hope it’s someone outside the organization. Our D has been our achilles heal for years now, please take your time and pick the right guy.

As much as I'd hate to see Jimmy L leave the badgers, I think he's just what the pack needs. somebody that can take a roster of average talent, then teach, scheme and motivate them to outplay and outsmart the opponent. He changes schemes up week to week to attack opponents' weaknesses. He's not a rah rah guy, commands respect because he's been there and done that, very well. GPG

I was undecided about Pettine given the late season improvement. But I know that I like ML so I will trust he made the right call.

I'll also say that I don't buy into the excuse that Pettine didn't have the right players to win. He had more than enough talent. The next guy will have more than enough, too.