Packers coach discusses rookie kicker Trey Smack's training camp progress

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Packers coach discusses rookie kicker Trey Smack's training camp progress
Summary

Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur commented on rookie kicker Trey Smack's early performance at training camp on August 4. After going 5 of 8 in practice, LaFleur noted that Smack is a 'work in progress' and highlighted the challenge posed by missing long snapper Matt Orzech, who is on the physically unable to perform list. LaFleur emphasized that the real tests for Smack will come during the preseason and the regular season. He acknowledged that evaluating Smack is complicated by the practice conditions and the adjustments required for different holders.

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  • •Trey Smack went 5 of 8 in practice on August 4.
  • •LaFleur indicates there's a learning process for Smack.
  • •Matt Orzech is unavailable, impacting Smack's practice.
  • •The real tests for Smack are expected in preseason games.
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Green Bay Packers rookie kicker Trey Smack received brutally honest comments from head coach Matt LaFleur.

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Packers rookie kicker Trey Smack is "going to be a work in progress," according to coach Matt LaFleur.

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