Packers Extend Matt LaFleur, Near Agreement with GM Brian Gutekunst

The Green Bay Packers have announced a multiyear contract extension for head coach Matt LaFleur. Additionally, the team is nearing an agreement with general manager Brian Gutekunst. This decision follows LaFleur’s seventh season, where he had one season left on his previous contract.

Team President’s Influence

New team president Ed Policy, responsible for overseeing LaFleur and Gutekunst, expressed his opposition to coaching changes during a contract year. By extending both professionals, the organization aims to maintain stability and continuity.

Recent Performance Overview

The Packers recently faced a disappointing playoff exit, losing 31-27 to the Chicago Bears in the wild-card round. Green Bay had an 18-point halftime lead and was up by 11 points with under six minutes left. This defeat marked the team’s fourth double-digit lead loss of the season.

LaFleur’s Coaching Record

In his tenure, LaFleur has led the Packers to the playoffs six times in seven seasons, yet the Super Bowl has eluded them. His record includes:

• NFC Championship Game appearances in 2019 and 2020.
• Divisional round exits in 2021 and 2023.
• Wild-card round losses in 2024 and 2025.

LaFleur holds a regular-season record of 76 wins, 40 losses, and 1 tie, placing him among the top active coaches with a winning percentage of .654.

2025 Season Review

The Packers concluded the 2025 regular season with a 9-7-1 record, finishing second in the NFC North. They secured the conference’s No. 7 playoff seed for the third consecutive year. A promising start of 9-3-1 turned sour, culminating in a five-game losing streak, including the playoff loss.

Policy’s Decision Process

Despite the recent playoff defeat, Policy’s decision to extend LaFleur and Gutekunst was influenced more by their overall performance than by individual game results. Having worked closely with LaFleur for seven years, Policy trusts his capabilities in player and team development, particularly at quarterback, where the emerging talent is Jordan Love.

Future Outlook for Coaching Staff

With LaFleur’s extension secure, discussions regarding potential changes to the coaching staff are anticipated. LaFleur hinted that defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley might pursue a head-coaching role this offseason. The Packers have a contingency plan should changes in this area occur.

In summary, the Packers’ leadership structure under LaFleur, Gutekunst, and football operations director Russ Ball is expected to remain intact as they aim to overcome challenges and improve their postseason performance in future seasons.