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Matt LaFleur emphasizes player readiness for Packers' preseason

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:43 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Matt LaFleur emphasizes player readiness for Packers' preseason

Summary

Matt LaFleur has set a standard for commitment as the Green Bay Packers prepare for the 2026 NFL season. The head coach made it clear that any healthy player should be ready to participate in preseason games. After back-to-back early playoff exits, LaFleur aims to improve upon the team's 2025 record of 9-7-1. Jordan Love, entering his fourth year as the team's starting quarterback, is seeking a strong season following a productive previous year. The Packers' preseason schedule starts against the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 13, with the regular season opener set for September 13 against the Minnesota Vikings.

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By the Numbers

•LaFleur requests all healthy starters to prepare for preseason.
•Packers finished 2025 with a 9–7–1 record.
•Jordan Love expects a significant season after last year's performance.
•Packers' preseason begins August 13 against the Steelers.
•Regular season starts September 13 against the Vikings.

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5:43 PMYahoo Sports — Matt LaFleur makes ‘healthy’ demand for Jordan Love, starters ahead of preseason

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Matt LaFlaur is setting a firm standard for commitment on Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers squad as they gear up for the 2026 NFL season. LaFleur has been the Packers’ head coach since 2019, preparing for his eighth…
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