Packers QB Jordan Love Praises Matt LaFleur's Return as Head Coach

Love says keeping the same system and terminology is a big boost for him and his teammates.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 2:03pm

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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love expressed his happiness about the team retaining head coach Matt LaFleur, who has been the only head coach Love has had since being drafted in 2020. Love emphasized the importance of continuity in the same system and terminology, noting it will help him and his teammates hit the ground running as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Why it matters

The Packers' decision to keep LaFleur as head coach provides stability for their young quarterback Jordan Love, who is entering a critical season as he looks to establish himself as the team's long-term starter. Maintaining the same offensive system and coaching staff is seen as crucial for Love's development.

The details

There was speculation the Packers could part ways with LaFleur after the team's playoff loss to the Chicago Bears, but the team ultimately signed LaFleur to a contract extension along with GM Brian Gutekunst and executive Russ Ball. Love emphasized how important it is for a quarterback to stay in the same system, noting it allows him and his teammates to "hit the ground running" in the offseason program.

  • In January 2026, the Packers confirmed they were keeping LaFleur as head coach.
  • Love made his comments about LaFleur's return at a recent event.

The players

Jordan Love

The Packers' starting quarterback, who was drafted in the first round in 2020 and is entering a critical season as he looks to establish himself as the team's long-term starter.

Matt LaFleur

The Packers' head coach, who has guided the team to the playoffs six times in seven seasons but is still seeking his first Super Bowl appearance.

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What they’re saying

“Yeah, it was great. That's been my head coach since I got here, that's the coach who drafted me. So, being able to keep Matt around is awesome.”

— Jordan Love, Packers Quarterback

“For a quarterback to be able to stay in the same system and keep the same terminology, it definitely helps me and my teammates out that we can hit the ground running when we get to (organized team activities) and just build off what we've done the last couple years.”

— Jordan Love, Packers Quarterback

What’s next

The Packers will look to build on their recent playoff appearances and make a deeper postseason run in 2026 with LaFleur and Love leading the way.

The takeaway

Maintaining continuity on the coaching staff is crucial for the development of young quarterbacks like Jordan Love. The Packers' decision to retain Matt LaFleur provides stability and familiarity that should benefit Love and the entire offense as they aim to take the next step and reach the Super Bowl.