Overview
- The Packers fell 31-27 to the Bears after leading 21-3 at halftime and 27-16 late, closing the season on a five-game skid.
- NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the team will discuss an extension with LaFleur shortly after the season, and that he was not coaching for his job; his current deal runs through 2026 and his record is 76-40-1.
- ESPN’s Adam Schefter echoed the expectation of talks and indicated Green Bay could also explore an extension for GM Brian Gutekunst.
- LaFleur declined to address his future postgame, while quarterback Jordan Love publicly voiced support for him remaining head coach.
- New CEO Ed Policy previously delayed an extension to evaluate the coach and prefers to avoid lame-duck contracts, as scrutiny of coaching decisions and special teams grows after the loss.