Matt LaFleur criticizes Packers after narrow win over Buccaneers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 10:42 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

The Green Bay Packers secured a 17-14 victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on October 1, 2026, but head coach Matt LaFleur expressed frustration over his team's repeated turnovers. The Packers committed two crucial fumbles in the fourth quarter, which hindered their ability to secure a more comfortable lead. LaFleur emphasized the need for better ball security, noting the team leads the league in fumbles and is also among the worst in dropped passes and penalties. The Packers' next challenge will be against the Chicago Bears, as they improve to a 2-2 record this season.
- •Green Bay wins 17-14 against Tampa Bay in Week 4.
- •Packers fumble twice in the fourth quarter.
- •LaFleur stresses the need for improved ball security.
- •Packers rank highest in fumbles this season.
- •Green Bay moves to 2-2, facing Chicago next.
- 10:42 AMYahoo Sports — Matt LaFleur blasts Green Bay Packers after costly fumbles: “They’re gonna be sitting on the bench”
"The Green Bay Packers escaped with a 17-14 road victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 4, but the result did not erase the concerns surrounding their performance. Head coach Matt LaFleur once again saw his team struggle with turnovers, making it clear that the Packers must find a way to eliminate those costly [...]
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