Packers struggle with penalties in recent games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 2:15 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
The Green Bay Packers are facing a significant increase in penalty calls during games. This season, they lead the NFL in roughing the passer penalties, while their opponents have not seen similar flags. The coaching staff, including Matt LaFleur, is pushing for greater consistency in officiating. The situation has raised questions about the overall quality of officiating across the league. While discussions continue, the Packers' challenges could affect their game strategies moving forward.
- •Packers are currently leading the NFL in roughing the passer penalties.
- •Their opponents have received fewer flags for similar infractions.
- •Coach Matt LaFleur is advocating for better officiating consistency.
- •Increasing penalties have become a significant talking point this season.
- •The league's officiating approach has drawn widespread criticism.
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Packers battling penalty onslaught
"There’s little the Packers or NFL can do to fix the penalty situation.
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