Matt LaFleur addresses Packers' offensive line issues after Vikings loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 8:29 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Packers coach Matt LaFleur criticized the team's pass protection after a 39-22 loss to the Vikings. LaFleur noted that quarterback Jordan Love was pressured excessively, facing 15 hits during the game. He emphasized the need for better execution and alignment among players, acknowledging the challenge posed by the Vikings' defense. Despite the pressure, the Packers managed to have some explosive plays during the match. LaFleur aims to address these protection issues ahead of their next game.
- •Packers lost 39-22 to Vikings on September 10.
- •Jordan Love was hit 15 times during the game.
- •LaFleur called out protection busts that must be corrected.
- •Packers had several explosive passing plays despite the pressure.
- •Next games will test the effectiveness of adjustments made.
- 8:29 AMYahoo Sports — Matt LaFleur saw "protection busts that should not and cannot happen" on Vikings film
"Packers quarterback Jordan Love was pressured relentlessly by the Vikings' defense in Sunday's 39-22 loss, and Matt LaFleur said after watching the film that the pass protection needed to be a lot better.
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