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Aqib Talib defends Matt LaFleur amid Packers' three-game skid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 10:34 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Aqib Talib defends Matt LaFleur amid Packers' three-game skid
Summary

During a broadcast following the Packers' 35-14 loss to Atlanta on September 24, 2026, Aqib Talib defended head coach Matt LaFleur. Despite the Packers' poor start to the season, Talib argued that LaFleur's track record of six playoff appearances in seven seasons merits patience. LaFleur has faced criticism following Green Bay's drop to a 1-2 record, and some wonder about his job security. Talib believes injuries have affected the team's performance, suggesting it is premature to consider any in-season firing. He stated unequivocally that LaFleur will not be fired during the current season.

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  • •Packers fell 35-14 to Atlanta, dropping to 1-2.
  • •Talib supports LaFleur, citing playoff success.
  • •Talib argues injuries should buy LaFleur time.
  • •Critics suggest LaFleur might need to be replaced.
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  • 10:34 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Will Not Be Fired During the Season’ — Super Bowl Champion Refuses To Believe Packers HC Matt LaFleur Is ‘On the Hot Seat’
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Aqib Talib watched Green Bay get run out of its own stadium Thursday night and still wants no part of the Matt LaFleur firing conversation. The Super Bowl 50 champion pushed back on Skip Bayless during “Gridiron” after the Packers fell 35-14 to Atlanta and dropped to 1-2.

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