Pressure Makes Diamonds, It'll Make Matt LaFleur
New deal should motivate the coach to have his best years yet.
By JosephR
It's the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, and Green Bay fans nationwide are haunted by what should have been a trip to Seattle, conjoined with the incessant taunting of Bears fans who not only stole the NFC North Crown, but also dashed the Packers' Super Bowl hopes after being on the ropes at halftime 21-3, to come back and win 31-27. Many placed the blame on the second-half collapse squarely on Head Coach Matt LaFleur, after a pedestrian second-half game plan when the Packers had the Bears set up for the knockout blow. What probably makes this playoff loss sting even more is that we've seen this before. The Browns, the Panthers, the Eagles, the Broncos... all winnable games until the Packers decided to take their foot off the opponent's neck.
Were there injuries along the way? Sure. Losing Micah Parsons, Devonte Wyatt, Tucker Kraft, and others down the stretch will certainly set you back. But injuries are a part of the game, and most of the losses were by one possession, and many of us can recall multiple drives where the Packers just put it in neutral offensively, hoping the defense would hold up and salt away a victory. But this is the NFL, where giants are slain by underdogs week in and week out. A game plan where you score two or three touchdowns and then try to run out the clock is almost assuredly a recipe for disaster if the opposition gets too many second chances.
And in the 4th quarter of that wildcard defeat, LaFleur suddenly had an epiphany that he had to coach for 60 minutes to win a football game in order to advance, not just 30. Unfortunately, he came to that realization too late, and with the Bears at home with the wind figuratively and literally on their backs, scratched out a last-minute win.
We've seen LaFleur coach 60 minutes before, we saw him do it twice to sweep the Lions, we saw it in Dallas which unfortunately ended in a tie when the Packers didn't have an adequate replacement for Wyatt, we saw it in Arizona when Jacoby Brissett looked liked an All-Pro, and we saw it in Pittsburgh when the Packers met up with their old friend Aaron Rodgers.
Let's hope this most recent lesson finally stuck, because it had yet to fully sink in all season, and much to the chagrin of some Packers fans, LaFleur inked up a "multi-year extension" today. Let's unpack that for a second.
For me, "multi-year" means three. LaFleur had one year remaining on his current deal, so let's expect to see LaFleur on the sidelines til 2030; 2031 at the latest.
In 2030, Jordan Love will be 32. Micah Parsons will be 31, Tucker Kraft will be 30, Devovnte Wyatt will be 32, Zach Tom will be 31, Christian Watson will be 31, Xavier McKinney will be 32, Edgerrin Cooper will be 29, and Matthew Golden will be 27.
In other words, the Packers' "young core" won't be so young anymore, but wily and aging veterans.
General Manager Brian Gutekunst and Director of Football Operations Russ Ball, who are both receiving extensions, too, have done a pretty good job at constructing this team. They've had some whiffs, of course, but what front office hasn't?
Team President and CEO Ed Policy, who is still somewhat of an unknown at this juncture, is probably willing to play the long game, given the Packers should still be contenders next season, but the question is for how long? Policy will be 60 in 2030, and the Packers took eight years to get to this point. So if LaFleur can't get it right by then, Policy has a chance to hit the nuclear button and try to make a run at a title before he hits mandatory retirement in 2040 at age 70 (technically 2039 as his birthday is October 6th).
So the pressure is on for LaFleur in 2026. He's likely forced to hire a new defensive coordinator, as Jeff Hafley is all but assured the Dolphins job, given the former Packers' Vice President of Player Personnel is their new General Manager. He still doesn't have an offensive coordinator (yea Stenavich I said it), and that's likely due to his unwillingness to give up playcalling duties, which could spiral if LaFleur goes back into his shell again during games the Packers should win but inexplicably lose. You've probably already heard the Packers don't like to spend too much on their coaching staffs, which explains why there will likely never be a "LaFleur Coaching Tree", but the Packers could save a few dollars by letting Rich Bisaccia go in favor of hiring some up-and-coming talent on both sides of the ball in addition to their needing a new special teams coordinator.
The man really has a lot on his plate right now, but what's so amazing is that it's all very doable. He just has to want to make the necessary changes, which he hasn't necessarily shown until he faced elimination in the playoffs last week and was ultimately bounced to the couch.
We know LaFleur isn't coaching for his job right now, but that extension he just earned has a very real end date. With no NFC Championship appearances since 2020, and two back-to-back wild card exits, the pressure is on for LaFleur to produce. The fanbase is frustrated, and while Policy is committed to him, there's certainly no guarantee of a second extension without results.
The pressure is on, but fortunately for LaFleur, that seems to be when we get the very best out of him. Rise to the occasion coach, all gas, no brake.
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Joseph has been an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers since 1997, citing an affinity for dairy products during his childhood and his favorite color, green. Born in Jacksonville, FL, Joseph currently is an Active Duty servicemember in the U.S. Armed Forces. Joseph considers himself a lifelong fan of the game of football, competing since his youth well into adulthood. When it comes to the Pack, Joseph is particularly impassioned about the NFL Draft and collegiate scouting process, and will contribute regularly on CHTV.com leading to that year's upcoming Draft. You can follow him on Twitter at @joeyreyallday.
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Comments (253)
Ron750
January 18, 2026 at 12:35 am
When did pressure bring out the best in LaFleur? He has a losing record in the playoffs. Collapsed in the fourth quarter twice within 3 weeks against our bitter rival.
I blame a lot of this on Gutekunst, but LaFleur folds under pressure. I don’t see them getting better with bad O and D lines, bad cornerbacks. The Packers made a big mistake passing over Eliot Wolf and now they’re reaping what they sowed.
GreenandBold
January 18, 2026 at 12:47 am
Bigger mistake was letting Schneider leave
Starrbrite
January 18, 2026 at 02:50 am
That’s what I believe also.
Packerlifer
January 18, 2026 at 11:06 am
Yeah, Holmgren stole him and Wolf watched them both go out the door with dc Fritz Shurmur and more. So let's blame that on the current Packers 28 years later.
Crazedcamel
January 18, 2026 at 03:05 pm
You are mistaken, he went from being the head of football operations in Green Bay in 2009 to GM in Seattle in 2010. That occurred on Thompson’s watch . He was hired after they named Pete Carroll head coach. Wolf and Holmgren were long gone.
Packerlifer
January 18, 2026 at 04:15 pm
Thanks for the correction. But the current Packers' administration is still not at fault for that.
KenEllis
January 18, 2026 at 03:58 am
I categorically reject the author’s premise that there is any pressure on Matty. His buddy Eddie just rewarded him with 10s of millions of dollars after 2 straight embarrassing choke job losses to the Bears and 5 straight losses to end the season.
Matty has 1 playoff win in 5 years and just got extended. Why would he feel any pressure at all?
There is no accountability or pressure in GB other than the pressure to lick the boot of your superiors super hard in order to keep your sweet gig.
barutanseijin
January 18, 2026 at 06:22 am
Obviously you’re a fan that needs the catharsis that a good firing provides. A team like the Packers or the Steelers is always going to disappoint you. Better to jump on the Jets bandwagon. That’s a team that has no patience for losers. Enjoy!
KenEllis
January 18, 2026 at 09:10 am
Come to think of it Chicago, Denver, Houston, New England, and Seattle all fired their coaches 1,2, or 3 years ago, wonder if those franchises wish they were more like GB where mediocre Matt gets a lucrative extension after 1 playoff win the past 5 seasons?
Packerlifer
January 18, 2026 at 11:09 am
Let's see how those teams finish the playoff run and look at them 2 or 4 years from now. MLF was 13-3, 13-3, 13-4 his first 3 years and listen to the mob now.
KenEllis
January 18, 2026 at 01:22 pm
And MLF was 8-9, 10-9, 11-7, 9-8-1 the last 4 years.
The trend line is downward since the former QB stopped playing at an MVP level.
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 01:34 pm
Aaron Rodgers had a bit to do with helping the new coach those years do t ya think?
Packerlifer
January 18, 2026 at 02:13 pm
Well, Rodgers couldn't do much to help McCarthy in 2018 did he?
dblbogey
January 18, 2026 at 02:31 pm
Rodgers did everything he could to get McCarthy fired.
Coldworld
January 18, 2026 at 04:35 pm
Aaron Rodgers suffered a fractured tibia and Grade 2 MCL sprain in week 1 of the 2018 season. He played through it, likely more than he should have in retrospect, but wasn’t nearly himself.
Add in the thorough review and adjustment of his technique he returned in 2019 announcing. He described that he had significantly improved his lower body strength and footwork while away from the team for the off season. It showed even in camp: better rhythm, balance, and accuracy. That only increased the difference in performance compared to the hobbled version we saw in 2018.
A huge factor in boosting the team in 2019 that is not down to LaFleur in any way. If you have to distract to this extent to save your point, maybe rethink your argument.
bjkdad44
January 19, 2026 at 08:56 am
No accountability… no pressure to do better!… INDEED!!
jvole
January 18, 2026 at 04:10 am
Oddly enough, I think Gute has become a better drafter over the years, and he has been good in free agency (except free agency this last year, uggh...I don't count Parsons, that was Jerry gift). If Morgan turns out better than R. Walker, then his drafts have been pretty solid. They need a better O-Line coach, so we will see.
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 10:53 am
Pressure brings out the best in MLF??? Still chuckling over that statement...come to think of it pressure also doesn't bring out the best in our stoic QB either...hopefully that will change...they can both show a little bit of "fire up" in the future ...maybe it will rub off on the rest of the team...Green Bay seems like a pretty comfortable place right now, not sure thats so good for the culture or not...
GreenandBold
January 18, 2026 at 12:43 am
The only epiphany LaFleur has ever had is when he looks in the mirror and realizes he needs a haircut .
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 06:40 am
And exactly what do you see in your own mirror, cry baby. Is your appearance perfect that you can only something personal?
GreenandBold
January 18, 2026 at 08:58 am
LaFleur must have broken his mirror he’s had 7 years of bad luck .
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 01:37 pm
As in “cry baby”?? the MLF extension has certainly emboldened the kool aid drinkers today!!
brenner
January 18, 2026 at 12:47 am
If I see another single shotgun inside zone 3rd and 2 again I'm gonna puke.
Gotta replace Hafley unfortunately and hope for coaching changes w/ a few position groups, somebodys leaving with Hafley for sure.
BritPack
January 18, 2026 at 12:53 am
Pressure creates diamonds, but it also bursts pipes. LaFleur is a pipe.
MaruishiEmperor
January 18, 2026 at 08:02 am
He's a pipe...that is a pipedream that he can ever win a championship. He's a choker.
PackBacker
January 18, 2026 at 04:18 pm
Exactly. And sometimes the only way to fix a burst pipe is to replace it.
Plus, something makes me suspect that the two down votes to your comment must be Lafleur and his wife.
Matt
January 18, 2026 at 01:00 am
This is all wishful thinking.
jvole
January 18, 2026 at 03:40 am
If Lafleur would change out some of his assistants, and alter his role (not play caller), I would be thrilled by this decision. But as it is, the organization is unlikely to change and that is going to be tough to watch over the next few years.
KenEllis
January 18, 2026 at 03:41 am
The HOPIUM is flowing strong.
Please point to all of the coaches who got better and led their teams to a Super Bowl victory after never going to a Super Bowl in their first 7 years as a head coach … there is only 1 — John Madden in year 8.
Well MLF ain’t John Madden and GB ain’t winning the SB in 2026.
jvole
January 18, 2026 at 04:06 am
Andy Reid (and he called plays). It can happen but he hired and paid top-notch assistants in KC. We don't.
KenEllis
January 18, 2026 at 09:12 am
Andy Reid had to get fired at his first job in Philly to find SB success in KC … so should have MLF.
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 06:43 am
Now point to the myriad of coaches who never even achieved a winning record in even less than 5 yeas and got canned! Look at it that way and Packers have had it damn great since Favre on!
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 08:44 am
Maybe next year he becomes another Madden if that is your hero.
SinceLombardi
January 18, 2026 at 04:11 am
Totally and 100% disagree with this premise. We have already had countless examples of MLF shrinking under pressure.
I hoped the Ed policy era would get off to a different start, a fresh start. The team is a punching bag for the serious contenders. It’s not even close. Carmen Policy, the apple fell far from the tree. Your son Ed things the abysmal failure of the past two seasons is worth an extension.
sugarbair
January 18, 2026 at 09:39 am
Fans were afraid we would turn into the Jets if we fired Lafleur. Turns out we had turned into the Jets when we hired Policy.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 10:01 am
Eddy and the Jets?
NickPerry
January 18, 2026 at 04:47 am
What a joke. Did we REALLY expect different though? I mean we all held out hope LaFleur would be gone but I'm really starting to believe the Packers ARE okay with just making the playoffs.
I'm to disappointed to say much more.
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 06:44 am
80% of fans wanted to retain LaFluer, where or where the "we"!
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 01:40 pm
Who the hell are you and where did you pop up from?? Go away with your fake ass stats…
Savage57
January 18, 2026 at 06:40 am
A week has passed since their playoff exit.
The site should still be called WaaahTV.
Y'all are like that horrid fishwife always in her man's ear about how big of a piece of shit he is, while she stumbles around in her mumu, sucking on her vodka and misery.
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 01:41 pm
Go on over to Packer.com lad, you’ll be happier there..
GreenandBold
January 18, 2026 at 07:23 pm
Sounds like you have some experience with horrid fish wife’s .
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 06:49 am
Arev you all still today saying how such a great coach and wizard Shanahan is after the pasting he took last night from the ensuing KO to the end. How great was Purdy? Let see what Denver does now with Nix gone with a broken ankle and Stidham subbing for him and if he does what LaFluer was able to get Willis to do so often when Love went down!
murf7777
January 18, 2026 at 07:53 am
I think our defense is holding us back. You put Denver's defense on this team with Jordan Love and we'd be kicking serious butt with LaFleur as head coach. That falls squarely on the DC's shoulders. I like Hafley the person, and he might succeed as a HC (doubt it) but I dislike his passive defense—it’s the same old story we had with the last two coordinators. I always liked a Jim Leonard from those dame Broncos.
After the end of the season, I was ready to fire MLF (60/40 split). But I cooled off. The guy is creative on offense, a great leader for the players, and a consistent winner. That's hard to find in the NFL. Yes, he’s had problems in the Playoffs, but many very good coaches have.
The dealbreaker for me is game management. He’s below average when he has both the HC role and play-calling duties. He must get a dynamic OC and hand over the play calling or get a great game manager assistant to make those calls. . Fix that, and I'm all in! Go Pack Go!
PS: It makes logical sense to trust a mgmt system that has worked for decades.
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 08:41 am
LaFluer need to somewhere find and inherit a killer instinct until very end of game unless they have 30 point lead, might be safe.
murf7777
January 18, 2026 at 09:27 am
Killer instinct is hard to measure, and I don’t think LaFleur is passive. Every team uses prevent defense at times, which helps explain why underdogs cover the spread more often than favorites, especially with a 6-point teaser. I watch most games because I love betting, and you’d be surprised how often teams pull off a backdoor cover—when the opponent is up by two scores, switches to prevent D, and allows a long drive that drains the clock. It infrequently backfires, but sometimes the trailing team scores twice late. Most head coaches play the percentages, which is why you see them going for it way more than 10 years ago on 4th and short, even in their own territory. Unfortunately, the Packers often end up on the wrong side of those odds, and while I’m not sure why, the offense definitely plays a role. Of course, when those percentages don't work the coaches get blamed, but when they work, normally there's not credit, just crickets.
It’s easy, and I’m guilty of it too, to criticize without stats to back it up. I think Hafley is too passive, and his blitz rate is in the bottom tier. Two teams in that group, the Seahawks and Houston, are still very good because they’re among the top pressure teams rushing just four—meaning they don’t need extra rushers to get pressure. The Broncos, on the other hand, have the third-highest blitz rate because they rely on it to create pressure. You could argue we don’t have the cornerbacks the Broncos do, and that’s fair, but is that on coaching or personnel? Certainly, it seems to be a personnel matter. Gutey, why didn’t you make more additions this offseason?
My biggest gripe with Hafley is when he lost Wyatt and Parsons, it didn’t seem like he adjusted the defense enough. The pressure rate was at 40% pretty darn good with Parsons and to 30% after which is bad. He might not have needed to blitz much with them on the field, but after they were out, it didn’t seem like he blitzed more. From what I read, he didn't blitz more. Naturally, our pressure and sacks dropped, and we lost games we should’ve won late in the season.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 10:10 am
After losing #1 Hafley certainly adjusted. The problem is #52 didn't step up but instead stepped aside after getting 7.5 sacks. Not sure if we'll ever get info about what happened there but it looked like he just quit.
murf7777
January 18, 2026 at 10:34 am
He should have rotated in other players or blitzed more. When you lose five straight and give up 23 points per game, there’s clearly something wrong with the defensive scheme.
LambeauPlain
January 19, 2026 at 08:28 am
When you play not to lose...often you do.
NickPerry
January 18, 2026 at 09:49 am
I'm not a huge Hafley fan myself, especially after the last 5 games. My hope is the hire Jimmy Leonard or Raheem Morris. Either would be excellent hires and probably an upgrade over Hafley.
BUT...I think we need to take a serious look at the talent overall on this team too. How Gute isn't/wasn't on the "Hot Seat" is amazing to me. Maybe he was and that was more hush, hush but Gutey has GOT to do a better job, especially without a first round pick for two years. Not that he was killing it with his first rounders anyways but still.
I'm sure I'm wrong but I really hope they only got another 2 years. This ship needs to turn and it needs to turn fast. Two years should about do it for those two.
murf7777
January 18, 2026 at 10:05 am
NP, I agree—it’s two years or it’s a clean house if they haven’t pulled it off by then. We’ll also be in salary cap trouble at that point.
Let’s face it, Gutey is aggressive, as shown in free agency and the trade for Parsons. Personally, I prefer the Wolf/TT approach, but that’s just my style: value draft picks, develop and retain your own players, and occasionally take a shot at top-tier free agents.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 10:11 am
We don't develop players. That's our biggest problem and it makes it impossible to evaluate Gutey.
NickPerry
January 18, 2026 at 01:34 pm
I put much of that on the Assistant Coaches that have worked under MLF. The who's who of who the hell are you coaching staff.
coolhand
January 18, 2026 at 02:22 pm
Have you noticed the non-existent level of excitement or desire to steal away MLF's assistants?
We all saw how Getsy did in Denver.
Now Hafley. But these are the only 2 in seven years. Quite different from the Holmgren coaching tree.
He doesn't hire good quality assistant coaches. He has mostly just promoted from within.
The O line is a disaster. Has been all season. Got worse as the year went on. Put Morgan at guard? He was terrible. Who makes these calls? Move Jenkins to center? Who's idea was that?
Oh, and we just got another delay of game penalty after a timeout!
jannesbjornson
January 18, 2026 at 10:21 pm
He's pretty easy to evaluate, just look at his draft picks.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 10:06 am
MLF isn't going to stop calling plays, but he certainly needs to delegate game management decisions as that entire area is his weakness.
You can't call our defense the problem, they did well enough to win games we lost and only had problems at the end of the season when our offense couldn't stay on the field. (The Baltimore game excepted, GB completely stank in that one)
murf7777
January 18, 2026 at 10:53 am
When you blow a 2-score lead in the last 5 minutes of 4 or 5 games, the defense is definitely part of the problem. How can you even consider it isn't?
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 06:55 am
I always thought it was quite obvious even to the casual observer LaFluer was going no where. With all the scramble of coaches let go and all the interviews etc it was clear the Packers were in no hurry to get rid of the head Coach and hire a new one. Thus he was staying otherwise it would have almost immediately him being fired.
Kevin Smith
January 18, 2026 at 06:57 am
First I want to say I like Matt and think he is a stand up guy. He is professional for sure and did not sink into the Ben Johnson level. On the other hand he does not seem to have the killer attitude needed to win the big one. He talks about all gas and no brakes but yet his teams always seem to be gas and then all brakes and let the other team back into the game and it is too late for the Packers to find the gas again. He is too loyal for his own good. How long did he believe in Joe Barry before finally moving on? Special teams stink every year and everyone knows it but yet nothing ever gets done. He is a big supporter of players like Love. Why? What has Love done to earn that? Everyone can see the offense moves better when Willis is leading them but yet Love is still the guy and an overpaid one at that.
If I was Matt I would be upset with all the shots that Johnson has taken at him and I would show him in those games why I am a better coach. Yet 3 games against the bears the packers outplayed the bears most of each game and still ended up 1-2 against them. We gave them a game to win the division to let the bears gloat more. Then could have ended their season but instead let them end ours! Now we have to hear it all off season. Where the bears a better team? No and the Packers showed that but were we out coached by a first year head coach? I have to say yes because if not we would not be sitting home right now. It is not like the defense did not do anything to prevent a loss either. Yes, I think Hafley is a good coach but the defense also caved at the end of multiple games so it was not like he made changes to the defense to prevent that.
The other thing is I do not understand why it seems some players seem to add juice to the team but they just do not stick with them. Or when someone is struggling often why not try someone else? Like the offensive line. Jenkins clearly was not that answer at center. He made the pro bowl at guard. The new over paid guard, Banks was clearly not that answer either. Why create 2 problems on the line instead of making a switch and fixing one and just having 1 problem? Could have put Jenkins back in his preferred spot and fixed the guard and tried others at center. Clearly that spot was not going to get worse than what Jenkins did there. yet they kept rolling out players in spots that did not fit them and the product showed on game days. The line was supposed to be bigger and badder this year and create running lanes. Instead it was terrible. How many times did we see Jacobs hit as he was getting the ball by not just one guy but multiple guys. Can only break so many tackles. Yet they just kept the same players out there hoping for different results. Then with the game on the line or trying to run the clock out it was 3 runs and punt.
We need a coach like Holgrem. Someone with a little attitude that does not take crap from someone like Johnson. Look at the Lions. They had as many or more injuries than Green Bay. Did they get beat by the bears? Nope, not even the game they had nothing to play for but pride. We had something to play for and lost 2 of 3 times. Not killer instinct at all. Some players we pay a lot to just folded. Did we see many of them at all raise their game when it mattered? No just happy to get their huge pay day and hope someone else made a play. The defense made some improvements under Hafley but yet they still allowed people open all of the time especially tight ends. How many 3rd or 4th and longs did we allow with the game on the line this year?
murf7777
January 18, 2026 at 09:42 am
Kevin, let me play devil’s advocate here—if everything you say is correct, and coming from people far more knowledgeable than either of us, then why has LaFleur would've been hired by so many teams so quickly, much like Harbaugh? As for Holmgren, I’d absolutely love to have him back—he was fantastic. You brought up the Lions as an example for how LaFleur should operate; what’s your take on their playoff record?
Honestly, I’m over people putting Campbell on a pedestal or constantly comparing him to our Coach. Not saying you are, but for those who do, his style hasn’t produced better results than LaFleur’s. A tough attitude doesn’t guarantee wins any more than a softer approach does. At the end of the day, the coach isn’t the one playing the game, and he can be just as demanding without the hard-edged persona.
Coldworld
January 18, 2026 at 04:43 pm
LaFleur got hired by us because we wanted a MvVey tree guy. He was about to get let go in Tennessee for failing to capitalize on Derek Henry or get anything out of Mariota. Indeed he bounced around quite a lot previously. That’s not always a good sign unless you are being poached.
GaryC
January 18, 2026 at 07:01 am
“He just has to want to make the necessary changes, which he hasn't necessarily shown …”
“… but that extension he just earned …”
“The pressure is on, but fortunately for LaFleur, that seems to be when we get the very best out of him”
I’m clearly missing something. Onwards and upwards.
Rick5952
January 18, 2026 at 07:02 am
“ The pressure is on, but fortunately for LaFleur, that seems to be when we get the very best out of him”. You’re delusional. Did you watch any of the melt down games this year?
egbertsouse
January 18, 2026 at 07:15 am
To anyone who believes the bullshit in this article: I have a unicorn ranch in Colorado that I’d like to sell you. No one ever gets better just because you pay them more money. I was in HR for 35 years and I have seen it.
Boneman
January 18, 2026 at 09:17 am
You are correct. Solving problems with more money going to the top employees, never, ever works. That's just delusional and smacks of organizational dysfunction. Spread some of that money around at lower levels, say position coaches, and you might see something improve.
NickPerry
January 18, 2026 at 09:52 am
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^THIS^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
SPEND some money on the position coaches, AND the DC and OC and maybe we'll see some change.
Savage57
January 18, 2026 at 11:35 am
I'm not sure I'd be making the fact I spent 35 years in HR public knowledge.
GVPacker
January 18, 2026 at 03:59 pm
I would like to add to that with I have a bridge In Brooklyn NY that Is also for sale!
Turophile
January 19, 2026 at 07:51 pm
I'll buy that bridge as soon as I've paid for the unicorn farm. Sign me up.....
MaruishiEmperor
January 18, 2026 at 07:18 am
LaFraud wouldn't have even made the playoffs the past three years if the NFL had not expanded the playoffs in 2021. With his resigning, it's obvious that winning titles is no longer a priority for this organization. My prediction for 2026 is a losing record and more answers by LaFraud to questions including "That's a good question. We'll have to take a look at that."
Since'75
January 18, 2026 at 09:56 am
I don't think that, winning titles, isn't the focus or the priority.
They want to......they just can't.
Rebelgb
January 18, 2026 at 10:09 am
Talent wise with Parsons and Kraft healthy its unlikely the Packers have a losing record next year.
Not saying they are going anywhere at the end of the year, just the doom and gloom people have to get real a little bit. This team is good enough to at least have a winning record, especially with the 17 games instead of 16.
LambeauPlain
January 19, 2026 at 08:41 am
But that is the rub after 7 years with LaFleur. He will win more regular season games than he loses (and the last 4 years has been flirting with being a 500 coach), then lose over twice as many playoff games as he loses, often in jaw dropping displays.
Making the playoffs is not a very heavy lift today with 44% of the teams getting a Playoff ticket. Word is they are planning to dilute the playoff quality even more and qualify 16 teams or half the league for the playoffs.
Going forward, if making the Playoffs is the Policy goal, LaFleur should be able to retire as Packers HC as 7-10 teams could be qualifying for the tourney soon.
LaFleur seems to following in the footsteps of Marty Schottenheimer...he will get you there, then break your heart.
Houndog
January 19, 2026 at 10:51 am
Lambeau,
The fact is that once Rodgers left, LaFleur declined, likely due somewhat to Rodgers ability to change plays at the LOS coupled with LaFleur's own shortcomings.
People can argue his winning percentages, his 6 playoff appearances, etc., etc. but many are looking at stats and not watching games.
They don't see the collapses, the conservative play calling, the lack of urgency, and inability to get his players up for big games, or playing down to the competition. They just see numbers, which ain't that bad, but here's what we see:
Mike Vrabel, 1st year, AFCC game vs Sean Payton, 3rd year
Mike Macdonald, 2nd year, NFCC game vs 'wonder child McVay looking for SB #3.
How in hell does MLF get a mulligan?
Turophile
January 21, 2026 at 05:22 pm
This 7 year thing is a bit misleading. The Packers have been a good team for several years but not a great team. The addition of Parsons, the maturation of Love and Kraft, the rise of Watson and the quality now with ILBs and Safeties, puts the Packers closer to that top bracket of teams that have a real good chance to go deep in the playoffs - and with luck, the Superbowl.
The most important time for the Packers is/was 2025, 2026, 2027. Too many injuries to key players in 2025 (not just starters, key players). The next two seasons will tell the tale on LaFleur. Either he will get the team to realise its potential and go deep in the playoffs, or we get a new HC.
stockholder
January 18, 2026 at 07:25 am
I'm not disappointed at all.
I've always believed MLF has gotten
the most from his players.
The Overachievement vs Excellence
is obvious.
The end results are more of a relief,
or a desire to avoid a negative outcome.
.
In Gute You Trust- Rather than MLF.
Every year his tasks carry a heavy history of past struggles.
His achievements turn into burdens,
that feel like a necessary "fix".
Rather than the focus on the outcome.
The pressure must stay on the GM.
jannesbjornson
January 18, 2026 at 11:11 am
As in letting the Bears score 25 straight points in the Fourth Quarter last week in the Windy City.
GreenAndGold_1963
January 18, 2026 at 07:35 am
5 year 100 million for not winning a SB or even going to a SB is gross negligence and management malpractice. Your GM and this regime is is way worse than Ted Thompson era. This is pure and simple extortion. They are stealing money at this point. Beyond ridiculous. This organization has no shame.
NFLfan
January 18, 2026 at 09:09 am
That is one of the reasons they don't bring in a new, competent GM/HC.
Rebelgb
January 18, 2026 at 10:10 am
Please tell me thats not the deal he got? That would be lunacy.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 10:17 am
He doesn't know but it seems like the ballpark. (Maybe 5 years $75MM on the low end?)
NickPerry
January 18, 2026 at 11:02 am
THAT'S what they paid him? 5 years, $100 million??
IF that's the contract then we know Policy is completely off his rocker. For Matt LaFleur? A Head Coach who's did squat in the postseason, ESPECIALLY with Love.
This could be a very long SB drought!
Crap!
dblbogey
January 18, 2026 at 02:36 pm
A lot of people believe everything they read on the internet is true.
murf7777
January 18, 2026 at 03:19 pm
Like my dad taught me many decades ago son believe 50% of what you read.
LambeauPlain
January 19, 2026 at 08:34 am
My Dad, a voracious reader, once told me "don't believe everything you hear...and believe what you read even less."
13TimeChamps
January 18, 2026 at 11:56 am
Someone throws out some unsubstantiated numbers with no basis in reality...and now it becomes a fact.
Gotta love the internet.
Oppy
January 19, 2026 at 07:48 am
What the Packers spend on coaching staff has zero affect on salary cap, so why do you even care?
Turophile
January 19, 2026 at 07:56 pm
....and yet CEO Policy who is paid the big bucks to make big decisions, flat out disagrees with you, 100%.
if you are that angry at the whole regime, you should be rooting for Seattle, KC, the Cowboys, pretty much anyone other than the Packers.
WD
January 18, 2026 at 07:44 am
I know injuries are part of the game and no excuse but losing Micah Parsons , Wyatt and Tucker Kraft sounds like a pretty good excuse to me.. We held our own even without them. They are part of our core players on both offense and defense. I am really optimistic about next year.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 10:19 am
Also notice the stark difference in the last game before and after losing Cooper. Zach Tom missed the exact same games #1 did, and his knee injury requires surgery and doesn't have the improved recovery record ACL tears do.
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 07:48 am
I woke up this morning hoping it was a bad dream...ArGh!
Grow Titletown Grow!,
Pantz
*in theory, building Titletown is great. I could be wrong but money generated on-site doesn't need to be shared with the rest of the NFL. So more money, more money to spend on quality and experienced Packer Assistants.
What message does rewarding Coach LaF send the players? You will be rewarded for what? How does this help build an identity or accountability?
Man, I hope I am wrong..I so hope I am wrong. But, I can't take this version of the Packer's office seriously anymore.
MaruishiEmperor
January 18, 2026 at 08:18 am
Except they don't...and they won't. Or are you just being sarcastic with that comment about spending money on assistants.
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 08:19 am
I am being serious.
Since'75
January 18, 2026 at 09:51 am
Very serious!!
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7w-5M6dS8TM
13TimeChamps
January 18, 2026 at 07:19 pm
.
13TimeChamps
January 18, 2026 at 07:25 pm
Cool selfie dude! I had no idea you were a you tube star. Rock on with your bad self!
Since'75
January 19, 2026 at 06:13 am
If ya got it, ya got it!!
Since'75
January 19, 2026 at 04:02 pm
Well....that's just hurtful, man.
There goes my day, shot to hell.
murf7777
January 18, 2026 at 10:41 am
And how do you know they don’t spend it on coaches? Isn’t the SC coach the highest paid when hired? They likely will, since there are no owners hoarding the profits and money spent on coaching doesn’t count against the salary cap. So there’s really no logical reason they wouldn’t.
LambeauPlain
January 18, 2026 at 08:06 am
"New deal should motivate the coach to have his best years yet."
Why? Because his old deal did not? How will the new deal make LaFleur a better coach than the old deal that has encouraged a slow, steady descent into status quo, committee driven, unaccountable mediocrity?
Not sure I agree with your police work there, Joseph.
LaFleur = Marty Schottenheimer. Marty had 21 years of winning more regular season games than he lost, went 5-13 in the playoffs and never sniffed a SB.
CheesePuff
January 18, 2026 at 08:19 am
LeFleur’s extension was the right decision for the Packers. As the NFL’s only small market, publicly owned team, the Packers business model appears to be to field a team that is in the playoff hunt each year and maintaining organizational stability as they do so. La Fleur does that. As for getting beat by the Bears like a drum, I would urge LeFleur to skip the postgame handshake with BJ and avoid the humiliation.
LambeauPlain
January 18, 2026 at 08:50 am
The NFL wants to go to a 16 team playoff field. Soon 7-10 teams will be in the "play-ons".
Making the playoffs is not a heavy lift now. It is going to get lighter.
Since'75
January 18, 2026 at 09:36 am
Yes....the head coach of the Packers should cower away from the other team's coach to avoid humiliation?
***********
Wait....what....huh?
Is this what the Packers have become in your eyes CheesePuff?
***********
Man.....this isn't Ron Wolfs version of the Green Bay Packers anymore.
"The Packer Way'...seems a far distant memory.
Notice the term 'Title Town' doesn't get used much anymore.
I mean, we are Title Town, but it just seems odd to say it lately.
Coldworld
January 18, 2026 at 11:25 am
The leadership we have now has renamed it Entitled Town, after they persuaded themselves that we’ve been a fairing success for a decade derailed only by misfortune. It just takes time for the world to appreciate what winners they remind themselves that they are every day.
NFLfan
January 18, 2026 at 08:50 am
After watching the Seahawks last night, it is clear the Packers are a substantially inferior team. And, Schneider is next level compared to Gutekunst, same with Mike MacDonald and MLF. I've often wondered why MLF and Gute don't have more pride and self-respect? They are clearly multi-millionaires but mediocre @ what they do and they do it publicly. Why not buy a ranch, or do something more in tune with their aptitudes? They embarrass themselves every season.
All of them: Murphy, Policy, Gute and MLF are disingenuous and incompetent and managed to kill my interest in the Packers--(20-yr fan), I refuse to live in 'Alice in Wonderland' and reject their nonsensical spin.
Major Snafu
January 18, 2026 at 09:37 am
Hell when I look at Seattle, Denver, Bears, Rams, all of them, they are all way more talented then the Packers who eeked into the playoffs with five loses in a row.
We had three wins against teams missing their QB's. Otherwise we would be middle of the pack and missing playoffs by a mile. Next season we wont be that lucky.
canadapacker
January 18, 2026 at 02:04 pm
Wrong - with 2 better special teams plays - we would have had 2 more wins. Anyone can look at the game in a different manner. Denver should have lost to the Bills in overtime - the same call goes in the favor of the Steelers against the Ravens and goes against the Bills in Denver. Ball on the 20 and an easy field goal for the Bills. That is the NFL - get over it.
13TimeChamps
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Bye
CheesePuff
January 18, 2026 at 01:34 pm
There are no more loyal fans than Packer fans. If you want a pure definition of "hope", just point to a Packer fan - year in and year out. From what I've read, Lambeau Stadium is sold out every season, and the waiting list for season tickets is generational. Packer fans will grump and groan, with good cause, but they will keep coming back. So, yeah, keeping LeFleur makes sense as far as Packers management is concerned. He's proven that he can keep the Packers relevant well into December and even January. And the diehard fans will always be there, win or lose. The 70's and 80's proved that.
cdoemel
January 18, 2026 at 10:59 pm
Ahhh. Hahaha. All the boys crying again. So predictable. The Madden boys who think everything should be just so. So funny
Oppy
January 20, 2026 at 07:46 am
Definition of fair-weather fans- They've only known abundance of success, and want to cheer for a different team after a couple of lean seasons- Not even losing seasons- just not winning enough for their tastes.
5 losing seasons in 20 years.. and NONE of them under LaFleur / Love.
Packerpasty
January 19, 2026 at 10:50 am
and Seattle wasn't even predicted to win that division this season but coaches got the very most out of their players especially on defense and also made their QB a game manager and competent..coaching counts..
Oppy
January 20, 2026 at 07:38 am
You keep on throwing around "20 year fan" like it's some crazy achievement.
You do realize that there's a pretty sizeable number of us who have been posting here at CheeseheadTV for literally 20 years since it first went online, and who were posting on Jersey Al's AGP before that.. and were "20 year fans" (or longer) back then?
I would wager the average commenter on this site is in their late 40's with many well into their 60s,70s and older.
Congrats on being a 20 year fan. We're happy to have you. Just know that's junior status around these parts. All 20 year fan tells us is that you barely remember the Favre years much less the 60s, 70s, 80s and what it means to be a fan when the organization is under REAL dysfunction.
Gman1976
January 18, 2026 at 09:17 am
There's pressure on MLF to perform? Apparently, there wasn't any pressure before. Being rewarded after so many recent losses is mind boggling. I do not like the way the team has been trending these past few years. I suspect we have some rough going before we have another Harlan and Wolf.
Major Snafu
January 18, 2026 at 09:35 am
When you have a guaranteed contract you dont have any pressure to perform because you get paid no matter what. They fire your ass and you get to keep the money.
This deal with seal the deal for the Pack being bottom of the barrel for many years to come.
Since'75
January 18, 2026 at 09:24 am
'Pressure Makes Diamonds'
"So the pressure is on for LaFleur in 2026...." JoeR
***********
Well, one could argue the pressure is off.
(Like when Gary signed his 4 year 96 million deal.)
(When JaMarcus Russel signed his rookie deal for 36 million)
MLF probably signed for 4,5 years at 15-20 million/year...guaranteed.
Are we all of a sudden going to get different results that history has taught us the last 7 seasons?
Or are we going to get more of.......
We had a really good week of practice
We need to do better
We have to put our players in a better position to win games.
We have to do a better job of game planning.
We had a lack of execution
Week 17: "I'm befuddled"
We need to be more focused
Too many missed opportunities
We had a great week of practice, really.
We don't use injuries as an excuse, but.....
I need to do a better job
We have to coach them up better
We're going to have to fix that
I have to look back at the tape and figure out, what went wrong.
We need to do a better job of overcoming adversity.
Blah,blah, blah blah.......ad nauseum
FumundaStank
January 18, 2026 at 01:42 pm
Perhaps if they got more serious about pad level all these failures would end.
Dragon5
January 18, 2026 at 09:24 am
MLF born GOAT year
GBP franchise founded GOAT year
Best shot for Super Bowl acknowledging the above will be 27-28 season when GOAT year is in full swing; unfortunately Super Bowl that year will be in beginning of the Monkey year but it appears what is done is done. Can only hope the incompetence transitions to execution in the years ahead--having leaders on the field is paramount.
Zapato
January 18, 2026 at 09:27 am
Come on Joseph! I thought you were a better reporter than this!
Hope, is not a method.
LaFleur has proven that he is not a champion. He's just a nice guy. Next year will be more episodes of playing down to the level of your competition and late game meltdowns. He doesn't know how to defeat his opponents will to play the game or put a dagger in his opponent.
You want hope? Let's hope the owners voice their dissatisfaction at the next owner's meeting in July.
Rebelgb
January 18, 2026 at 10:16 am
The leaders in this organization HATE the owners meeting. You better believe that. This group has a general disdain for Packer fans. They thing we are all a bunch of cry babies and know it alls. Just watch one of MLF's press conferences once. He talks to the media like he is a Pharoah and the reporters are his subjects.
I cant imagine the things they say behind closed doors about having a meeting with a bunch of fans who own a worthless piece of paper that declares them "owners".
NFLfan
January 18, 2026 at 09:31 am
Who is supervising this Cabal? Anyone taking a look @ where the money is coming from to whom it is going?
Major Snafu
January 18, 2026 at 09:32 am
Good for the packer org. Lets just add some more logs to this dumpster fire called the green bay packers. Now stop and ask Lefleur how you gonna get rid of and replace that secondary before next season. How you gonna fix that O line before next season? Do you need a kicker who can kick field goals, where are all these guys coming from?
Right now I'm saying 6 loses in our division and at least 4 other from whomever we play with talent and this team will be the bottom of the NFC North and deserves to be. The stupid Love will get you a few wins but thats it.
Expect a long run at the bottom.
Handsback
January 18, 2026 at 09:38 am
I don't like to post unless I can add another idea, so here we go...
Pressure won't make ML a better coach. The new deal will probably make him worst, this is just human nature, I just got rewarded for making the playoffs. Not a better record, or further in the playoffs just by making the playoffs. IF, it's a big if, IF ML seeks advice on how to improve this team we could see a big jump. If ML thinks he knows what he needs to do then forget it.
I don't think Policy will be in his ear enough to improve the team. I believe if Gutsy is in his ear on a daily basis and ML reports to him...then change will come.
Is Gutsy the best GM in the NFL...? No, but he's better than most and he did aquire one of the best pass rushers in the league.
JMHO
sugarbair
January 18, 2026 at 10:07 am
Gute has a lot of work to do on this roster. It's really has a lot of holes. Look at how the rest of the NFL world views our team. Parsons and not much else.
jannesbjornson
January 18, 2026 at 11:25 am
He made the swiss cheese sandwich. He should have been given the Heave-Ho.
stockholder
January 18, 2026 at 05:43 pm
Actually if Gute just draft right.
So instead of taking a DB-
Hope Caleb Banks drops to him. Nt/DT
Next - If they dump Gary ?
Or don't sign Q. Walker.
#84 - Jeff Golday Lb Cinn
Or don't sign R. Walker
#120 - Bowrey LT BC if he comes out
#159 - John Michael Gyllenborg TE. Wyoming
# 200 Coogan c-g ind
I'd rather he sign Diggs
jannesbjornson
January 18, 2026 at 10:16 pm
Gyllenborg will go Rd Two. It is a TE driven league now, but the Pack should wake up and get a true Fullback to enforce the pocket and run lead for Jacobs. Diggs may be shot?
stockholder
January 19, 2026 at 05:16 am
Most of my picks usually go higher.
But I used Draft Tek for now.
And they have him way down yet.
It's way too early.
jannesbjornson
January 19, 2026 at 10:11 am
I believe Banks is considered a DE, not an inside guy. A 3-4 DE seems his best fit. We will have to wait until Senior Bowl, but if you watch College Football, the cream of the crop is usually noticeable. He rolled the dice with Parsons and came up empty because of pre-existing conditions. The fail with Gary and Van Ness was noted when their number was called.
It is getting harder to give any energy to this clusterfuck from Culver's.
WD
January 18, 2026 at 12:26 pm
I generally like the moves Gute has made. The one blunder was taking OL Morgan when CB Cooper DeJean was on the board. . Dejean of course is now a perennial pro bowl CB for the Eagles. Today CB is arguably our biggest weakness.
jannesbjornson
January 18, 2026 at 10:18 pm
DeJean was named to the ALL PRO team. The probowl has been rendered meaningless.
Tlatum21
January 18, 2026 at 09:38 am
Even with new contracts, Gutekunst and LaFleur are on the clock. Two years from now, the Packers will be looking for a new GM and Head Coach. You saw it here first.
Coldworld
January 18, 2026 at 11:27 am
Policy will be a lame duck as well, if that happens. It won’t be pretty and it won’t be a fast recovery.
HarryHodag
January 18, 2026 at 09:59 am
So the 'fire everybody' crowd is crying in their beers. Boo-hoo. The only problem is having to read all the anger over and over and over again, especially since it leads to nothing productive.
Other than Harbaugh, the prospects to be head coach were less than MLF by far. So bringing in someone new wouldn't have been an improvement over current leaders.
The real challenge this offseason and leading to next year is on Gute. With several expected departures and a tight salary cap, Gute will have to pull the rabbit out of his hat. He will need to show his mid-to-late round skill along with select free agents.
T.J. Lang said he hoped they bring back James Campen as o-line coach and I fully agree. Stenavich and Butkus should both be relieved. That should satisfy the blood lust for the fire everybody crowd. Hafley will be gone and I hope MLF finds a defensive coordinator that is like Seattle's defense. That is how you play defense.
I hope MLF sees this not as a time to relax but as a time to turn up the heat to get maximum out of his talented team, including Jordan Love.
LeotisHarris
January 18, 2026 at 10:44 am
Well said, Harry. There's nothing productive to stewing in the resentment of how the Packers arrived at this point in time.
That said, I don't think any amount of external pressure can help fundamentally change who he is as a human being. He's demonstrated poor judgement in just about every area one looks to for leadership. He's an OC, not a HC.
If he's going to turn up the heat with a talented team, he's going to need an OC, DC and other position coaches that can do that within each group. I like the man. He'd be a great friend. I wish him success. He's not going to find that in the status quo.
Guam
January 18, 2026 at 01:22 pm
I am a lifelong Packet fan and will remain one to my dying day.
Nevertheless I am disappointed by Policy's decision. More money will not improve LaFleur's ability to deal with pressure and I do not believe the Packers will get better under his leadership. I survived the '70s and '80s as a Packer fan and I will survive this.
coolhand
January 18, 2026 at 02:39 pm
Well said Harry, but you forget about Bisaccia. He needs to go as well.
BritPack
January 19, 2026 at 03:28 am
"Other than Harbaugh, the prospects to be head coach were less than MLF by far. So bringing in someone new wouldn't have been an improvement over current leaders."
Sorry Harry, but let's stick with somebody who seems to have plateaued because the next guy might not be an improvement, is a lazy argument. It's not like LaFleur has only had a couple of seasons and calling for change is a knee jerk reaction to a gut wrenching defeat.
Do you believe that MLF is going to have a light bulb moment, realise where he's been failing and fix all the flaws, so that this time next year we're looking forward to the NFCCG, and debating which AFC opponent we'd prefer to face in the Superbowl?
I don't see that happening, and my guess is we'll be having the same discussion next year as we're having now.
Idaho Cheese
January 20, 2026 at 07:49 pm
Prospects huh? So you picked Matt LF when McCarthy was fired? He was right there at the top of the list for you, huh? As I ave read from you in the past: You missed the entire point.
What a condescending way to start this post. It sounds like you got a beer in front of you, crying about other people crying. Such delicious irony. If you can't stand other people's opinions, why don't you just stay off the site, or the computer, or the internet? I gotta feeling that if they did fire MLF there would be no one crying louder than you. In fact, it sounds like when you stub your toe, you can be heard wailing 4 counties away.
Since'75
January 18, 2026 at 10:11 am
Following the bears game, MLF said...........
"We were doing so great in the first half, and the 2nd half was a different story" Matt
Yea, we know Matt, we watched it.....Thanks for the update.
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 10:18 am
Yo S75...trying to figure out how old my wife is in your picture?
P
Since'75
January 18, 2026 at 03:05 pm
Listen burp, the judge warned you what would happen if you didn't honor his issuance of my restraining order.
Please, let me live in peace.
Thank you for understanding.
Since'75
January 18, 2026 at 06:27 pm
Thumbs down all you want burp, just don't come crying to me when you need money put in your prison account....again!!
coolhand
January 18, 2026 at 02:42 pm
And he had NO IDEA what to do. He panicked and lost his cool. I could see it on his face. One series OK, the Bears pressured and he didn't call the right plays. But 4 series in a row? You would think a 7 year HC would be able to adjust but he never does.
Brewcity_BearsFan
January 18, 2026 at 10:15 am
Was this written by La Fluer's agent?
Coldworld
January 18, 2026 at 04:49 pm
Ed Policy actually.
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 10:20 am
I like your style Brew City. Your like the Dude, just going about your business. And, in enemy territory while keeping it cordial.
Appreciated,
Pantz
*I still can't bring it upon myself to cheer for da Bearz. :D
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 05:43 pm
da Bares still suck!
It's just that this year they suck for winning the division and getting the #2 seed. Wouldn't surprise me if they lose in the NFCCG, Rams are at a serious disadvantage in the elements tonight, although they've taken preparation for it seriously.
Rebelgb
January 18, 2026 at 10:21 am
MLF is an ego maniac and this deal will make him even worse; which is unimaginable.
All coaches have massive egos. True, but some are worse than others. It was Mccarthy's downfall in GB; he lost it in Dallas when he was relegated to a coach with no power by JJ.
Just watch one of MLF's press conferences, hes often an ass about the most harmless questions. I cant imagine whats its going to be like now that he can basically stick out his tongue and go "nah nah nah nah nah nah".
Signing MLF to anything other than a prove it contract is a sign the Packers are happy with the sold out stadium (which isnt ever going to change), the growth of Titletown district and a football team that somehow always ends up near 500.
Its all about money now and sold out seats. Its not about greatness anymore.
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 10:29 am
Yeah, this nice guy mentality regarding Coach LaF. Watch one of Coach Hafley's pressers or how he interacts with reporters and their questions.
If I didn't know better, I would think that Coach Hafley is the HC and Coach LaF is a Assistant.
Just a question, who is more active in the community? I am asking because I live outside of the GB market.
B
HarryHodag
January 18, 2026 at 01:54 pm
So firing MLF makes the Packers automatically great?
Clue: it's always been about money, even back in the day of Halas and Lambeau.
Ed Policy has chosen the path he wants. He, too, is accountable.
Instead of spending the next six months being ticked off, how about simply accepting what happened and see what happens? It might surprise you.
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 10:25 am
Yeah, Diamonds aren't forever, but the paymentz sure will seem like forever.
P "Zirconia" B
Rebelgb
January 18, 2026 at 10:26 am
So when do we get to hear Ed Policy explain to fan nation that mediocrity is ok and he's doing whats best for the Packers?
Im sure we will get a Presidents version of "its all about pad level".
I am really curious to hear his explanation. Monday probably?
GreenandBold
January 18, 2026 at 07:56 pm
I’m thinking he may be in hiding until the shareholders meeting . He may get booed off the stage .
Since'61
January 18, 2026 at 10:34 am
Well, we've already started with the propaganda articles for MLF. More to come for Gute and probably Ball as well. If paying more money guaranteed success than Gary should have 30 sacks this season and Love should have had 40 TD passes with 2 interceptions and on and on and on. Thanks, Since '61
LeotisHarris
January 18, 2026 at 10:52 am
Uff da, what a puff piece.
MooPack
January 18, 2026 at 10:58 am
Somebody had to do it. Youngest guy given the short straw.
Big_Mel_75
January 18, 2026 at 10:47 am
Time to take off the green and gold glasses for real ones. After 7years of blowing the big games we know what LaFluer is. A coach who doesn't care about special teams lack of practice time and lack of starters. A coach who thinks 18 points is enough in the NFL. Glad we are at the point where playoff appearances are good enough... Might as well call us Minnesota east...
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 05:46 pm
MLF didn't negotiate the CBA, nor does he determine lack of priority given to ST.
Coldworld
January 19, 2026 at 08:31 am
The same LaFleur who chose not to elevate a returner and go with Doubs and his guardian cap? The guy who had to be implored by Bissacia to actually start having at least one padded ST session in practice in season? The guy who wouldn’t put most starters out on the FG team? Give me break.
LeotisHarris
January 18, 2026 at 10:52 am
Could one of the CHTV writers generate an article on teams currently perusing Adam Stenavich as an OC/HC, please?
His coaching career arc is, um, interesting:
https://www.packers.com/team/coaches-roster/adam-stenavich
GregC
January 18, 2026 at 10:58 am
I thought it was time to move on from LaFleur after this season, but the premise of this article, which is that LaFleur put the offense in neutral during the second half of those losses, is ridiculous. He was trying to move the ball and score points. The plays just didn't work. He could've called better plays than he did, but a lot of the failures are on the players. For starters, a bad offensive line, which is what we had this year, is probably going to get exposed during the course of a game, and if you don't block people, your'e not going to score points. I think LaFleur's failure in the Bears game was trying to hit big plays against the blitz, when he should've tried to hit hot reads and chip away at the defense. He was actually too aggressive, rather than not aggressive enough.
coolhand
January 18, 2026 at 02:49 pm
Well Greg, you know they watch film of every game and see how the players react. They also watch them in practice. Who is coaching these guys? If the players are missing their assignments, what are the coaches doing about it? I saw so many missed blocks or blitzers let go free right up the middle all year long. These guys are pros, so you would think they already know what to do. Maybe the schemes are no good?
But the way the O line got manhandled by Cleveland told me all I needed to know about this team this year, and that was they are not that good.
LambeauPlain
January 19, 2026 at 09:15 am
No...in the first half, LaFleur had the offense humming with Love mostly operating under center with good RPO and motion plays with great success keeping the mediocre bares defense off balance.
In the second I believe LaFleur only had Love under center 3 times with most snaps coming from the shotgun. That greatly helped the bares D in their reads and coverages...and the Packers O had too many 3 and outs putting the D back on the field...as the 23 point lead drained away.
By the 4th quarter, the defense, especially the DL was gassed, necessitating many backups taking snaps...several backups who were PS or minor role players most of the season. They were manhandled by the bares very good OL and Williams had time to pick apart the CBs...especially Nixon, who ended the game in pathetic fashion avoiding a TD saving tackle.
Another game of LaFleur playing not to lose...then too often he does.
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 11:02 am
The contract can be for as long as Policy wants it to be but if MLF's team craps the bed in the next or next two years he'll still be gone....
Alberta_Packer
January 18, 2026 at 12:49 pm
Policy just employing the simplistic business strategy of kicking the can down the road.
Coldworld
January 18, 2026 at 04:54 pm
Well, if that were so, he made a cardinal error. He made this an Ed Policy focused decision and then broke from almost everyone in deciding to do nothing at all, including retaining the structure where he has final football decisions. We all know that this is his work. He will be defined by it.
What was the one thing at the core of Harlen’s saving of the team? Keeping non football people out of football decisions and the President (him) purely there to determine adequacy of performance or otherwise, not the decisions made to get them there.
GreenandBold
January 18, 2026 at 08:03 pm
You misspelled if . It’s When .
Idaho Cheese
January 18, 2026 at 11:06 am
Hope as a tactic doesn't just exist as the operating principle in the Front Office and Head Coaches' office; it has pervaded into the laptops of the writers at Cheesehead TV. I'm sure your gift for towing the corporate line is in the mail.
Alberta_Packer
January 18, 2026 at 11:11 am
Critical thinking is anathema to the not-so-deep thinkers of the GBP. So with the apparent extension of LaFleur and associates – we can expect just more of the same as the last 25+ years. Just good enough but unable to strive for more. Also it confirms Policy as part of the status quo echo chamber – that looks to serve themselves first before anything else.
NFLfan
January 18, 2026 at 11:13 am
Packer's PR and their brand of Spin reminds me of living in Berkeley, CA. Requirements are the following:
-Suspend logic and critical thinking-
-Make certain to polish obedience skills-you don't want to offend your masters or obedient friends
-In return you will reap the benefits of having others do your thinking.
-Always drink the kool-aid-it helps with the above.
splitpea1
January 18, 2026 at 11:17 am
What a fanciful take on the current situation moving forward. Where is the evidence that pressure brings out the best in LaFleur and his teams that choke in the biggest playoff moments--like vs. the 49ers twice and the Bears? You're saying he wasn't "motivated" before but he will be now? What is that supposed to mean?
Who at this point is worried about next decade or the one after? What happened to that Super Bowl "window" that was right in front of us? And the new assistants MLF will be selecting? Can't wait for the horror show...there's no point in trusting and verifying with MLF because neither one is applicable in all likelihood.
This is just another futile attempt to string fans along with the usual sunshine and rainbows in Packerland.
coolhand
January 18, 2026 at 02:52 pm
MLF just announced he is firing Luke Butkus and replacing him the special teams quality control assistant since he's been with the team longer than anyone else! LOL
Alberta_Packer
January 18, 2026 at 03:57 pm
Thus beginning the rearrangement of the deck chairs.
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 11:20 am
If Campen still interested in coaching bring him back as OLINE COACH!
BAMABADGER
January 18, 2026 at 07:04 pm
O-line coach is his ceiling. And he didn't show much then, but anyone is better than Butkus.
Alberta_Packer
January 18, 2026 at 11:37 am
The opening move in chess is very important – as its sets the stage for the entire game and creates a framework for future plans. With Policy's opening move – the Packers are already in stalemate.
NFLfan
January 18, 2026 at 11:44 am
It is also important to note that they trotted out this unfortunate news on a weekend-that was intentional.
Alberta_Packer
January 18, 2026 at 11:52 am
Of course. Following PR For Dummies.
Oppy
January 18, 2026 at 12:27 pm
Let me help you with this-
If this was a business merger, or a utilities company cutting jobs or increasing rates, that would make sense to release unpopular news during a weekend, because most people who track business do so M-F and aren't looking at business journals etc on the weekends when they're relaxing, traveling, etc.
However, if you're an NFL team, why on god's green earth would you logically think releasing the information of a coach's contract extension would be to hide it- DURING AN NFL PLAYOFF WEEKEND.
Literally anyone who loves football is tuned into any and all news. All the Football media outlets are actively tracking the situation, and they're all broadcasting loud and clear during these peak times surrounding the NFL Playoffs.
Signed, the logical, non-delusional creep
jlc1
January 18, 2026 at 01:13 pm
I see your point but everybody is focused on the teams still in, not the losers. This is at most a footnote in the football world outside GB. Bo Nix is a bigger story than this. On the other hand dumping La Fleur would be a big story but mostly because then the talking heads would have so much posturing to do, rumors to spread, dumb theories to spin and more.
Oppy
January 18, 2026 at 01:27 pm
This is prime time for every pre-playoff game show to talk about breaking news concerning hires, fires, etc and so forth.
Also comical, NFLfan's assertion the other day that proof of an organized Packers media control scheme would be that everyone would start talking about drafts.. you know, like every hard core draftnik community of every team in the NFL does after the season ends. But, you know, because the Packers might do something NFLfan doesn't agree with, it's going to be proof of an organized cover-up to obscure the ugly conspiratorial moves the Packers are making.
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Just watching this pre-game show today, showing Demarco Ryan and Vrabel on the sidelines, especially Ryan, greeting defense when they come off the field and firing everyone up on the bench, and then I think of MLF pacing looking worried and staring at the play sheet…I guess that’s what ya get when you have an offensive young genius at the helm…who on the Packer sidelines fires anyone up anyway, Bisacci? I read now that MLF is not required to fire any of his staff… not part of the new contract…
coolhand
January 18, 2026 at 02:55 pm
Well at least he stopped flapping his arms to fire up the crowd
13TimeChamps
January 18, 2026 at 03:02 pm
"I read now that MLF is not required to fire any of his staff… not part of the new contract…"
Care to share the link you got that info from?
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 03:17 pm
The World Wide Web..I will try…for one thing why would it be? “Ok we will extend you but you have to fire this guy and that guy”” nah..
13TimeChamps
January 18, 2026 at 03:47 pm
The World Wide Web....that really narrows it down. They haven't made public the length of the contract or the dollars. Why would they release that little nugget.
Methinks you're just making stuff up. Or maybe you heard it from your neighbor's barber's girlfriend's babysitter.
Coldworld
January 18, 2026 at 04:58 pm
https://www.acmepackingcompany.com/green-bay-packers-coaching-staff/7845...
13TimeChamps
January 18, 2026 at 05:10 pm
Thank you. See, that wasn't so difficult was it Pasty?
Of course, there is this:
"and a source said..."
"If that reporting is true..."
Hardly a ringing endorsement that this was or wasn't part of the negotiations.
I think we should get NFLfan to investigate this further.
jlc1
January 18, 2026 at 01:16 pm
I have been indifferent on MLF over the years. I am a staunch non-believer now. Mostly because he has proven to be barely average in recent years but also because he got thoroughly punked by Ben Johnson and really does not seem to have any kind of response.
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 01:46 pm
Why add fuel to a stupid fire. Let the field do your talking no matter how it goes!
jlc1
January 18, 2026 at 01:51 pm
Exactly, and the field spoke volumes.
Packers0808
January 18, 2026 at 03:28 pm
And like Andy Reid it may take a while to get it right.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 06:01 pm
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SwedeBayPacker
January 18, 2026 at 01:59 pm
I think we all know what we're getting with MLF at this point. A HC that can't for the life of him figure out how to gameplan for both halfs of a game and his inability to competently make adjustments in halftime comes back to bite him in the ass game after game after game.
We'll (barely) make it to the playoffs, exit in the wildcard round and that's that, and scene.
- Same procedure as last year?
- Same procedure as every year, James.
THESZOTMAN1
January 18, 2026 at 02:34 pm
Just 1 thing, JosephR.....
Diamonds start out as lumps of coal.
And for 8 years, that's all we got in our holiday playoff stocking.........................coal.
But you are right. The call's been made. Just hope we won't get more of the same HC.
The Szotman
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 03:07 pm
Watching this Texans - Pats game, Stroud reminds me a lot of Love…my view..
BAMABADGER
January 18, 2026 at 06:59 pm
The Texans offensive line was also in bad shape.
Swisch
January 18, 2026 at 03:15 pm
For those of us Packer fans who aren't thrilled about the big extension for LaFleur as our head coach, I'm wondering if it would help to boost morale if Jim Leonhard was hired as defensive coordinator?
Perhaps even more so of a boost if there was a change in the coaching for the offensive line and special teams?
One way to genuinely improve the disposition of disappointed Packer fans, and even those who approve of the keeping of LaFleur, could be in the way the assistant coaching positions are filled for next season.
If the situation is as it is, then how can we make the best of the situation?
I wouldn't want a front office that listens too much to the fans, but I hope our front office is somewhat attuned to the fans. A decent front office would also be concerned, along with the fans, about failures in the second half of games, and deep disappointments at the end of seasons. It's been so obviously gut-wrenching and heartbreaking that the front office must care -- or maybe not?
Let's hope our front office is at least decent in its understanding of the current state of the Packers, and in its concerns for the fans.
jannesbjornson
January 18, 2026 at 04:04 pm
He'll bring in is buddy, Raheem Morris.
Swisch
January 18, 2026 at 04:25 pm
Is that a good hire, or not so good, in your point of view?
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 03:22 pm
A person could get jealous watching these Pats play …nice coaching staff, nice group of players..
LeotisHarris
January 18, 2026 at 04:23 pm
The Pats have 135 yards in total offense with 3:39 to go in the third quarter. They've been handed FIVE turnovers and are up 21-13. What exactly are you jealous of? Maybe Vrabel not wearing a hat?
Both of these teams look like clusterf*cks today.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 06:05 pm
Yes but either can beat Denver without their starting QB.
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 03:47 pm
"Diamonds take between one billion to three billion years to form naturally in the Earth's mantle under extreme heat and pressure."
We got the heat (piss is hot) and the pressure (maybe, maybe not) to close out games next season. But I dont have a billion years left in me, even if I subtract the 7 seasons Coach LaF already served. :(
Reeling in the years,
lil p
Alberta_Packer
January 18, 2026 at 04:01 pm
So Playoffs + Pressure = .333 (LaFleur's winning playoff percentage)
retirerodgets
January 18, 2026 at 04:12 pm
What I see from Lafleur is the inability to successfully make adjustments whether it be in-game or game to game. After the first game with the blown kead,against the Bears, did they make any adjustments so that it didnt happen again. If he did,it didnt work.
They are saying Walker allowed pressure in the first 3 drives if the second half . Did they try to help him out at,all? Keep a back in,have a receiver chip the guy on the way out. I would need to look at the all 22's to see for sure but if they did it didnt work. Ladleur is great at scheming match-up to get giys open, but it is game management and adjustments where he needs improvement
Bitternotsour
January 18, 2026 at 04:21 pm
Pressure may make diamonds, but thus far Matt LaFleur has shown a decided lack of minerals.
MitchAnthony
January 18, 2026 at 08:47 pm
Pressure also makes dust.
Since'75
January 19, 2026 at 06:48 am
Damn...lol
retirerodgets
January 18, 2026 at 04:24 pm
What I see from Lafleur is the inability to successfully make adjustments whether it be in-game or game to game. After the first game with the blown kead,against the Bears, did they make any adjustments so that it didnt happen again. If he did,it didnt work.
They are saying Walker allowed pressure in the first 3 drives if the second half . Did they try to help him out at,all? Keep a back in,have a receiver chip the guy on the way out. I would need to look at the all 22's to see for sure but if they did it didnt work. Ladleur is great at scheming match-up to get giys open, but it is game management and adjustments where he needs improvement
myabfr
January 18, 2026 at 05:26 pm
Unfortunately I think our best chance to improve is to be really bad for a couple years, like Patriots were, and then get a decent new head coach and gm. We should have a couple of good comp picks next year and we will need to start drafting a lot better.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 05:39 pm
Patriots are in the SB, losing to the Seahawks. This assumes Denver's QB2 can't get it done, and LA gets chilled out at 18° with single digit wind chills. da Bares can't beat the Seahawks even if the Rams might.
LA has wetsuits, hot chocolate, chicken soup, and cayenne pepper in their socks lol
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 07:39 pm
Now all they need is two ratz that are smitten with each other to add in said wool socks...get awfully toasty in em.
Now that's dedication!,
Burp
BAMABADGER
January 18, 2026 at 06:57 pm
It will take GPB 3-4 years to finally accept the obvious.... MLF is no HC???? What a waste.
TOMMY'63
January 18, 2026 at 07:58 pm
I'm watching Chicago- la,the fucking rams can't put this pos of a team lead by a smart ass bad mouth coach away! Its like a lion playing with the gazelle and doesn't go for the kill! If the bears make it to the sb will never hear the of it! Inexcusable!
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 08:11 pm
What the hell is going with Staffy & rams…look like crap
ricky
January 18, 2026 at 08:02 pm
Why do the Packers lose so many games they are leading, and why do they so predictably lose to teams that are not as good as them?
Because the coaches get complacent and rein in what has been working, or refuse to adjust their offense to meet the changes of the opponent. What happens? The players do their best with bad play calling, and then go three and out several times in a row. Putting more pressure on the defense, which is on the field too long. And so the opponent takes advantage, knowing that if they hang around until the fourth quarter, the Packers defense will be gassed, the offense will be out of sync, and they take advantage.
When you have your opponent down, kick them. Hard. Play all out for sixty minutes. Either that, or find someone who will.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 11:01 pm
The lack of playing 60 minutes has caught up to this team. While not the only problem, it seems to me it might be the biggest.
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 08:11 pm
By the way Rams and Staffy are having so much trouble, I do believe MLF may have helped too much…
13TimeChamps
January 18, 2026 at 08:30 pm
Staffy? Lol
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 09:00 pm
Yah, cute hey,,,learned that from my lions fan relatives….they still want him over goff
Since'75
January 19, 2026 at 06:45 am
Well lol....that doesn't mean you should repeat it. 🤷♂️
Packerpasty
January 18, 2026 at 09:03 pm
YES,!! Enough of the “magical” Bears bullshit..
GVPacker
January 18, 2026 at 09:05 pm
Turns Out Da Bears Still Suck! Suck My Johnson Ben!
PackfanNY
January 18, 2026 at 09:08 pm
The world returns to its Axis and the Bears still suck. You just hate to see it. Well not really. LOL.😂
pantz_bURp
January 18, 2026 at 09:09 pm
Is it okay to feel this joyous after da Bears lose in OT!!! (I forgot the question mark...NOT)
PB
*#3 for the Rams ran a beautiful Curl route.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 11:02 pm
#17 had an amazing clutch play, too.
Swisch
January 18, 2026 at 09:21 pm
Well, if it makes anyone feel better, two teams the Packers lost to at the end of the season, the Broncos and the Bears, performed well this weekend in the playoffs.
It seems we can compete well with both of these teams, and for that matter any team in the NFL.
It doesn't mean the Packers will be a top team next season, but it is reason for hope.
As long as LaFleur is going to be the head coach, we can root for him to grow in his leadership of the Packers.
We don't have to pretend to like what we don't like about his job performance thus far in his tenure, but at the same time we can hope and pray for him as a coach and as a person, for his good and for ours.
***
I'm still excited about 2026.
Let's see Gute draft less on potential and more on the present, less on athleticism and more on football grit.
Let's see LaFleur improve on his weaknesses (e.g., in-game adjustments) and/or get some top assistants to help. Perhaps he can do an Andy Reid in upward trajectory as far as head coaching results over the course of his career.
Let's see guys like Parsons and Kraft and Tom and Wyatt get healthy.
Let's see the players get a little tougher, a little smarter with avoiding penalties and mistakes, and a little more determined.
Whatever occurs next season, I think we want to feel at the end as though the team maxed out its potential.
Strat
January 18, 2026 at 09:33 pm
BULLSHIT. How in the hell can you even post a sap filled article like this?
the_gavia_pass
January 19, 2026 at 04:08 am
you know why....front office Is generous...
4thand10
January 18, 2026 at 09:38 pm
Why would there be a ton of pressure? Ben Johnson’s bears just lost to the Rams… LaFluers record per Sports Illustrated:
“Amazingly, of the 204 coaches in NFL history with at least 50 games on the ledger, LaFleur ranks 13th all-time with a .670 winning percentage. Of the 12 coaches ahead of LaFleur, eight are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. LaFleur’s winning percentage is better than that of Hall of Famer Tony Dungy and future Hall of Famers Andy Reid and Bill Belichick.
With a 67-33 record, he’s 34 games over .500. That’s tied with Hall of Famer Hank Stram and ahead of Hall of Famers Bill Walsh and Marv Levy, among many others.
A few days before last year’s Week 18 game against Chicago, with LaFleur getting ready to coach his 100th regular-season game, he ranked 12th all-time in winning percentage.”
The injuries were insane. The knock I have on LaFluer is what it’s always been….clock management and when to utilize time outs. But he didn’t tell McManus to miss kicks. I do think they should pull a page out of Bellechecks playbook…. rest some crucial people when facing non-division opponents.
Since'75
January 19, 2026 at 06:41 am
That's really impressive, almost as if the 5 game losing streak and early exits in the playoffs never even happened.
albert999
January 18, 2026 at 10:24 pm
No it won’t
Snap the ball
January 18, 2026 at 10:34 pm
Thanks Davante Adams and Mike Lefluer
Snap the ball
January 18, 2026 at 10:35 pm
Davante doesn’t lose to BJ and the Bears
Snap the ball
January 18, 2026 at 10:38 pm
4th year for Love. He will come out slinging. I expect. MVP next year .
cdoemel
January 18, 2026 at 10:54 pm
Matt LaFleur might be a great play collar. He also might be a great game manager. But he has shown he can’t do both. Where do you go from there? I don’t know. Because I don’t think anyone wants Stenovich calling the plays.
SicSemperTyrannis
January 18, 2026 at 11:06 pm
MLF needs to delegate clock management and other HC duties.
Since'75
January 19, 2026 at 06:38 am
*caller
CD....He also has great hair and meticulous eyelashes!!
Snap the ball
January 18, 2026 at 11:17 pm
Get James C back on o line
Get Al Harris. Back. D backs
jannesbjornson
January 19, 2026 at 10:35 am
Al Harris will be moving up the ladder to a DC job. He had a group of Veteran DBs to run his schemes.
Snap the ball
January 18, 2026 at 11:18 pm
Davante. Davante. Davante
Big catch when it mattered. In the cold. Coming back to the ball
Big catch
Snap the ball
January 19, 2026 at 12:11 am
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oolliDBYIwU&pp=ygUYZGF2YW50ZSBhZGFtcyBoa...
Why can’t love throw right away. Instead of the hitch in his throw
the_gavia_pass
January 19, 2026 at 04:06 am
here they are....policy's servants...writing us tons of bullshits about the greatness of front office moves...
instead of writing how big Is the difference between teams that really want SB and us...like the patriots already close to a SB Just few years after they lost belichick and Brady.
vrabel was free...but...we have lafleur...Who Is vrabel????
Since'75
January 19, 2026 at 06:33 am
I know, i know!!
One of the coaches advancing to the AFCCG?
BritPack
January 19, 2026 at 06:59 am
"The pressure is on, but fortunately for LaFleur, that seems to be when we get the very best out of him."
Sorry Joe, but if you genuinely believe that, do you wanna buy a bridge, or a bag of magic beans? Even a cyclops with acute glaucoma can see that you don't get the very best from LaFleur when the pressure is on.
pantz_bURp
January 19, 2026 at 07:41 am
Anddd, da Bears still suck.
Just thinking of their HC and the loss:
Ben there, Done that...
Ben, yo Ben - instead of Johnson, consider changing your last name to Dover.
I kid because I care. All love and stuff,
Pantz
Houndog
January 19, 2026 at 09:59 am
Yeah, and did you notice how in about 24 hours he went from 'the best play-caller to ever walk the face of the Earth', to being 'Too Conservative, hesitant, and stupid for not kicking field goals'?
Funny how that happens, like daddy Dan Campbell, to son Benny Johnson!
pantz_bURp
January 19, 2026 at 10:37 am
I hear ya Dog but I still really respect and like Coach Campbell.
PB
golfpacker61
January 19, 2026 at 09:01 am
Because of all the openings, it's a bad year to be looking for a HC. Add Buffalo to the list.
Houndog
January 19, 2026 at 09:51 am
"Pressure Makes Diamonds"?
Nah, for us old guys it just makes for gas and/or constipation!
I only wish I could shit diamonds!
CheeseEdWest2
January 19, 2026 at 11:44 am
Here is the kind of candor and self-reflection I'd like to hear from MLF.
From NFL.com: "After scoring a touchdown on their opening possession to cap a 14-play, 85-yard drive, the Rams had recorded just 174 yards at the end of the third quarter. According to ESPN Research, it was their fewest yards at the end of the third in a game this season.
Said HC Sean McVay," I did not like the feel for the flow of the game that I had outside of the first series, where our guys did a great job," McVay said. "Defensively, it kept us in it in spite of how poor of a job I did for our group. But like I said, I'm really grateful for this group being able to find a way, stick with it and be able to overcome some bad coaching by me tonight.""