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Packers Plummet in NFLPA Grades Under Matt LaFleur
Green Bay's head coach faces player dissatisfaction over training, nutrition, and family support
Feb. 26, 2026 at 8:52pm
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The Green Bay Packers have experienced a steep decline in their annual NFLPA report card grades, falling 14 spots to 21st overall. This drop is largely attributed to poor ratings for the team's training staff, nutrition program, and treatment of player families - areas that head coach Matt LaFleur is directly responsible for. Players have reported issues like lack of recovery equipment, inadequate nutrition plans, and lack of gameday childcare support.
Why it matters
The NFLPA grades provide important insight into how NFL players view the working conditions, resources, and overall support provided by each franchise. A significant drop in these grades for the Packers under LaFleur's leadership raises concerns about player morale and the team's ability to attract and retain top talent, which could impact their on-field performance and competitiveness.
The details
According to reports, the Packers had the biggest year-over-year decline in NFLPA grades of any NFL team. Specific areas that saw major drops include the training room and staff, the team's nutrition program, and how head coach Matt LaFleur is viewed in terms of respecting players. Players cited issues like outdated recovery equipment, poor nutrition options, and lack of gameday childcare support.
- The NFLPA released its annual report card on February 26, 2026.
The players
Matt LaFleur
The head coach of the Green Bay Packers since 2019, leading the team to six playoff appearances in seven seasons but no Super Bowl wins.
Aaron Nagler
A reporter for Cheesehead TV who revealed details about the Packers' steep decline in NFLPA grades.
What they’re saying
“The Green Bay Packers fell 14 spots, to 21st overall in this year's Report Card – the steepest year-over-year decline of any team. The drop is driven largely by the decline in ratings for the training room and training staff, which now rank in the bottom third of the league. Players report a lack of space and outdated recovery equipment, along with a lack of communication and trust in the training room. These issues are a top priority players identify to be addressed.”
— Aaron Nagler, Reporter, Cheesehead TV
What’s next
The Packers organization will likely need to address the player concerns identified in the NFLPA report card, particularly around the training staff, nutrition program, and support for player families, in order to improve morale and retain top talent under head coach Matt LaFleur.
The takeaway
The steep decline in NFLPA grades for the Green Bay Packers under Matt LaFleur's leadership raises red flags about the team's ability to provide the necessary resources and support for its players. This could have significant implications for the team's on-field performance and long-term competitiveness if the issues are not addressed.
