Packers' LaFleur Criticizes Fox Sports for Misrepresenting Comment on Kicker Carlson

LaFleur's jest about 'praying' for Carlson's field goals was reported seriously during crucial game, leading to controversy.

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur expressed disappointment with Fox Sports reporter Tom Rinaldi for misrepresenting a comment he made about rookie kicker Anders Carlson.
LaFleur's comment, made in jest, was that he 'prays' every time Carlson goes out for a field goal. This was reported seriously during the broadcast of the Packers' NFC divisional round loss against the San Francisco 49ers.
Carlson missed a crucial 41-yard field goal during the game, which could have given the Packers a seven-point lead. Following this, the 49ers scored the winning touchdown, advancing to the NFC Championship.
LaFleur stated that he had never had such an experience in his career and that it was a learning lesson for him. He has since spoken to Carlson about the incident.
Carlson, who had an inconsistent regular season, admitted disappointment in his performance and vowed to improve next season.