Packers coach updates on Aaron Banks ahead of final preseason game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:59 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur discussed left guard Aaron Banks prior to the team's third preseason game. Banks, who struggled early in training camp and started on the physically unable to perform list, is reportedly showing signs of improvement. LaFleur expressed belief that Banks will start in Week 1, provided he maintains his progress. Recently, Banks has been practicing with the first team after previously sharing time with rookie Jager Burton. The Packers signed Banks to a four-year, $77 million deal, making his performance essential for the team’s future.
- •Aaron Banks started training camp on the PUP list.
- •LaFleur believes Banks is trending in the right direction.
- •Banks has returned to first-team practice ahead of Jager Burton.
- •The Packers signed Banks to a four-year, $77 million deal.
- 10:59 PMYahoo Sports — Packers Coach Gives Major Update on $77 Million Starter
"Green Bay Packers left guard Aaron Banks has had a shaky preseason with the team. He started training camp on the PUP, and when he returned, head coach Matt LaFleur sent a warning to him that he would have to compete for his starting job.However, before the Packers’ third preseason game, LaFleur was asked if […] The post Packers Coach Gives Major Update on $77 Million Starter appeared first on HEAVY.
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