Packers Appoint Jeff Hafley as New Defensive Coordinator

The move marks a strategic shift to a 4-3 defense, placing emphasis on adaptability and player strengths.

Jeff Hafley, previously Boston College's head coach, has been named the new defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers, bringing a shift from a 3-4 to a 4-3 defensive scheme.
Hafley's philosophy emphasizes press-man and vision-and-break coverage, aiming to maximize player abilities and adapt the defense to their strengths.
The hiring puts pressure on Packers head coach Matt LaFleur, marking his third defensive coordinator since 2019, as the team seeks a consistent and effective defense.
The Packers also announced changes in their coaching staff, including the hiring of Aaron Hill as the new strength and conditioning coordinator and Sean Mannion as an offensive assistant.
LaFleur and Hafley express confidence in the new defensive strategy, aiming for a fast, physical, and vision-based defense to generate takeaways and improve performance.