MATT LAFLEUR

Before Jonathan Hosmer was pepper sprayed and restrained by his ankles, Cocoa Beach police say Officer Matt LaFleur was right to check on the 30-year-old after he fell asleep on a bench in front of the Tropics bar last summer.

Aaron Rodgers threw a late interception on the final pass of what might be his last game, and the Green Bay Packers lost 20-16 to the Detroit Lions to miss the playoffs.

As the final weekend of the NFL regular season approaches, Packers coach Matt LaFleur said he is focusing on his team's well-being after the situation involving Damar Hamlin.

At least, that’s what Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander thinks headed into their rematch this Sunday. "He's a really good receiver. But at the end of the day, I'm a really good corner. We've got really good corners, we've got really good linebackers, D-line, whatever it is. He has nine games with at least 100 receiving yards, including three of their last four games.

The Packers' defense forced Tua Tagovailoa into three interceptions last week. Is it a positive sign of things to come?

The Packers played like their season depended on it against Miami, securing a win that gives them a real shot to make the NFL playoffs.

Green Bay's Elgton Jenkins has signed a contract extension that assures the Packers won't lose one of the NFL's most versatile offensive linemen to free agency. “It’s a great day for us, a great day for Elgton,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur told reporters before Friday's practice. Jenkins played only those eight games last season before a torn anterior cruciate ligament knocked him out for the remainder of the year. He started at right tackle for his first five games and has played left guard in his seven games. Each and every week, he seems to get a little bit better.”Jenkins has 33 career starts at left guard, eight at left tackle, six at right tackle and three at center.

LaFleur and Gutekunst took turns on Monday addressing the team's plans regarding Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love. When asked at his new conference whether he wants Rodgers back next season, LaFleur didn't balk. As for Love, the Packers have a decision to make on whether to exercise the fifth-year option on his rookie contract. Love, meanwhile, has made a total of one professional start and thrown 80 NFL passes since the Packers drafted him in 2020. But decisions now impact the clarity of decisions in the offseason, which will see the Packers at a quarterback crossroads.

The Packers scored 18 unanswered points in the fourth quarter, yet another Aaron Rodgers comeback to put in the record books.

Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills kicked off Week 13 with their win over the New England Patriots on Thursday night. Aaron Rodgers 'looked really good,' should play vs. BearsThe Green Bay Packers will likely have Aaron Rodgers available on Sunday when they take on the Chicago Bears. Love kept the Packers in it last week against the Eagles when Rodgers went down, and mounted a quick touchdown drive on his first time out. Etienne has been limited in practice all week after he left last week’s win over the Baltimore Ravens early with a foot injury. Carter has been the team’s leading rusher since he took over for Breece Hall, who went down with a season-ending knee injury in Week 7.

Aaron Rodgers said he’d have an open mind if the Green Bay Packers get eliminated from playoff contention and team officials approach him about resting to allow more game reps for his backup, Jordan Love.

GREEN BAY, Wis. — (AP) — Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he expects to play Sunday at Chicago after a rib injury knocked him out of a 40-33 loss at Philadelphia. "I got good news with the scans yesterday, so I plan on playing this week," Rodgers said Tuesday on "The Pat McAfee Show" on YouTube and SiriusXM. Rodgers left in the second half against the Eagles because of the rib injury. The Packers (4-8) still have a slim chance of reaching the playoffs heading into their game with the Bears (3-9). Rodgers said after the Eagles game that he wanted to keep playing through these injuries as long as the Packers still have a chance of making the postseason.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he expects to play Sunday at Chicago after a rib injury knocked him out of a 40-33 loss at Philadelphia.

After sustaining a rib injury in the loss to the Eagles, Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers said he expects to play next week if further testing comes back positive.

PHILADELPHIA — (AP) — Aaron Rodgers kept bending, wincing, the Green Bay star and reigning NFL MVP openly in pain. Rodgers was forced out by injuries in a loss to the Eagles. He was forced to leave early in another Packers’ loss that all but eliminated them from playoff contention. Rodgers was 11-of-16 passing for 140 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in a 40-33 loss at Philadelphia on Sunday night. “So we kept going run after run after run,” he said.

Rodgers was forced out by injuries in a loss to the Eagles. He was forced to leave early in another Packers’ loss that all but eliminated them from playoff contention. Rodgers was 11-of-16 passing for 140 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in a 40-33 loss at Philadelphia on Sunday night. “So we kept going run after run after run,” he said. Rodgers hurt his thumb Oct. 9 during a foiled Hail Mary attempt on the final play of the Packers’ 27-22 loss to the New York Giants in London.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers left the game against the Philadelphia Eagles with injured ribs.

"Like I told the guys, there's no margin for error, period," Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said after a loss to the Titans

"Like I told the guys, there's no margin for error, period," Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said after a loss to the Titans

The Green Bay Packers announced running back Kylin Hill and punter Amari Rodgers, both 2021 draft picks, were released this week following Sunday's overtime victory over the Cowboys.

Aaron Rodgers revealed he was frustrated with Packers head coach Matt LaFleur when he yelled at LaFleur on the sidelines after Green Bay's final offensive drive in regulation.

Aaron Rodgers and the Packers completed a comeback over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, but only after the QB exchanged some heated words with head coach Matt LaFleur.

Aaron Rodgers appeared to yell at Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur toward the end of the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says the passage of time has given him a greater appreciation of the seasons he spent playing for Mike McCarthy.

Turf fields have come under scrutiny again after the Green Bay Packers announced Monday that Rashan Gary would be ruled out for the remainder or the season.

NFL Week 9 has brought plenty of viral moments, from Aaron Rodgers' sideline reactions to the Bengals' celebrations. Here are the top ones!

This time, the Packers quarterback chose his words more carefully in expressing them. He preached patience after a 27-17 loss to the AFC-leading Buffalo Bills dropped the Packers to 3-5 — their worst start through eight games since Rodgers took over as quarterback in 2008. Rodgers responded to that midseason slump by declaring the Packers could “run the table.”They won the next eight on their way to the NFC championship game. On Sunday night, Rodgers said the Packers just need to find a way to get one victory. Their third double-digit loss this year matches the most they've had in a full season with Rodgers at quarterback.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers thought that his young receivers did what they could in yet another loss, but the penalties are what he pointed at as frustrating.

Aaron Rodgers frustrations were familiar after the Green Bay Packers lost their fourth straight game.

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur doesn't mind Aaron Rodgers' blunt comments regarding his team's struggles recently. The Packers have lost their last three games.

"You're making the plays, you're in the right spot at the right time – you're going to get opportunities. For what it's worth, no Packers players seem publically offended by the comments. Whether it's Rodgers, LaFleur, the youth or some combination of all three, the current trajectory of a team with Super Bowl aspirations is trending down. Both Rodgers and LaFleur have preached accountability throughout the team, but at what point is that not enough? "I just think you have to get to the root of the truth," LaFleur said.

— (AP) — Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay's offense sputtered, penalties piled up at the most inopportune moments and the Packers lost their third game in a row, 23-21 at the Washington Commanders on Sunday for their longest skid since 2018. Rodgers finished the game face down on the turf after a failed final play that ended with him throwing a lateral out of bounds. The Packers had no third-down conversions for the first time since 1999 — 370 games ago and before Rodgers graduated high school. Washington’s front four also played a role in frazzling Rodgers and making him look more like a rookie than a 38-year-old four-time NFL MVP. Terry!” chants from the Commanders fans outnumbered by Packers supporters and helping seal the team's second consecutive ugly victory.

Aaron Rodgers and the offense sputtered as the Green Bay Packers' losing streak reached three with a 23-21 defeat at the Washington Commanders.

It doesn't seem that Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and head coach Matt LaFleur are on the same page right now. After Sunday's 27-10 drubbing at the hands of the New York Jets, Rodgers was asked what the flailing Packers offense needs to get better. “All of it.” — Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) October 16, 2022Asked Aaron Rodgers about #Packers protection issues: “A lot of it is simple mistakes. — Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) October 16, 2022LaFleur didn't appear to agree when he was asked about Rodgers wanting to simplify the offense on Monday. The simple mistakes Rodgers is talking about are execution mistakes.

GREEN BAY, Wis. — (AP) — Breece Hall ran for 116 yards, including a 34-yard touchdown, the surprising Jets sacked Aaron Rodgers four times and New York won its third straight with a 27-10 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Green Bay (3-3) has lost consecutive regular-season games within the same season for the first time since coach Matt LaFleur's arrival in 2019. The Jets, whose offensive coordinator is LaFleur's younger brother Mike, outrushed Green Bay 179-60 in a game during which Zach Wilson was just 10 of 18 for 110 yards. The Packers capitalized on an unnecessary roughness penalty on Jordan Whitehead that nullified a third-and-2 incompletion and gave Green Bay a first down. Quinnen Williams sacked Rodgers on Green Bay’s next series to force a fumble that running back Aaron Jones recovered at the Packers 8.

Breece Hall had a 34-yard touchdown run as part of his 116-yard day and the surprising New York Jets sacked Aaron Rodgers four times in a 27-10 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

The Green Bay Packers didn't have starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers at practice on Wednesday due to a thumb injury. Head coach Mike LaFleur didn't seem too worried.

GREEN BAY, Wis. — (AP) — Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers isn’t practicing Wednesday after hurting his thumb on an unsuccessful desperation pass attempt that ended their 27-22 loss to the New York Giants on Sunday. Packers coach Matt LaFleur announced that the reigning MVP wouldn’t practice Wednesday but added that “I don’t think we have much concern as far as game day.”The Packers (3-2) host the New York Jets (3-2) on Sunday. OK, they're OK. My thumb is a little banged up. That's the only spot that's bothering me a little bit." Rodgers added that “I think I’ll feel better later in the week.”___More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://twitter.com/AP_NFLCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers isn’t practicing Wednesday after hurting his thumb on an unsuccessful desperation pass attempt that ended their 27-22 loss to the New York Giants on Sunday.

WATFORD, England — (AP) — Aaron Rodgers may need to have a little chat with Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur about the game plan for the Packers’ first game in London. But the British fans have waited a long time to see Rodgers’ big arm in action, with the Packers the last of the NFL’s 32 teams to play in London. The Giants played in the very first NFL regular-season game in London at 2007 and also visited in 2016. “A lot of us who love to travel were kind of hoping for a Monday takeoff so we could enjoy some food and some culture and maybe a Premier League game,” Rodgers said. And this is not just a normal road trip even though the coaches speak is always, ‘Hey, we’re here to win a game, yada yada yada.’ This is definitely more special.

Aaron Rodgers may need to have a little chat with Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur about the game plan for the Packers’ first game in London.

Green Bay Packer Rasul Douglas was not a fan of the team's trip to London for Sunday's game against the New York Giants, saying, "You don’t get to do nothing over there."

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones made a surprise return to the practice field on Friday, but was ruled out for this weekend's game at Green Bay.

Aaron Rodgers said he relayed some tactical information after he appeared to notice something on the video board at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday.

The Denver Broncos didn't circle their season opener on their calendar even though it's Russell Wilson's homecoming at Seattle. Had they emphasized their $296 million man 's return to the city where he spent a decade, bringing the Seahawks their only Super Bowl title, the Broncos wouldn't have kept him on the sideline with their other starters in the preseason. “This is what I have been doing the past three years," explained new Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett, who was schooled in the sit-'em philosophy by Packers coach Matt LaFleur, who copied the doctrine from Rams coach Sean McVay, who's been doing it since 2018.

Tom Brady will get his reps in joint practices against the Miami Dolphins this week instead of an exhibition game.

Packers Football Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) flips head coach Matt LaFleur's hat backwards during NFL football training camp on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022, at Ray Nitschke Field in Ashwaubenon, Wis. (Samantha Madar/The Post-Crescent via AP) (Samantha Madar)GREEN BAY, Wis. — (AP) — Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ use of the hallucinogenic drink ayahuasca during an offseason retreat isn’t considered a violation of the NFL’s drug policy. Rodgers discussed on "The Aubrey Marcus Podcast" last week how he went on an ayahuasca retreat to Peru in 2020, before the third of his four MVP seasons. Ayahuasca is defined as a psychoactive beverage native to South America and is often used for religious, ritualistic or medicinal purposes. NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy said Monday that it wouldn’t have triggered a positive test result on either the substance abuse or performance-enhancing substance policies collectively bargained by the NFL and its players’ association. ___More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/NFL and https://twitter.com/AP_NFLCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.

A person familiar with the deals says the Green Bay Packers have agreed to contract extensions with coach Matt LaFleur, general manager Brian Gutekunst and executive vice president/director of football operations Russ Ball.

Tom Brady earned the right to skip voluntary workouts a long time ago.

Aaron Rodgers says he’s still making up his mind about whether he wants to return to the Green Bay Packers next season.

Zac Taylor and Sean McVay got to know each other well during their two years together with the Los Angeles Rams.

Nathaniel Hackett brings charisma, energy and enthusiasm to the Denver Broncos, who have schlepped through five straight losing seasons.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he can’t envision a scenario in which he comes out of retirement once he ends his playing career.

49ers Packers Football Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers leaves the field after an NFC divisional playoff NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. "There's no plan for a rebuild," Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Monday, two days after the Packers' season ended with a 13-10 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. That could impact whether the 38-year-old Rodgers is back in Green Bay, where the 2005 first-round pick has spent his entire career. Rodgers said after the 49ers game that he doesn't want to be part of a rebuild. Rodgers led Green Bay to a Super Bowl title in the 2010 season, but the Packers have gone just 7-9 in his 16 playoff starts since.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he doesn’t want to be part of a rebuilding project.

Aaron Rodgers heads into another offseason of uncertainty after one more frustrating finish to a brilliant year.

It was the rally that sparked the Green Bay Packers toward the NFL’s best regular-season record.

1 seed in the NFC and the top spot in the final AP Pro32 poll of the regular season. The 49ers, who beat the Los Angeles Rams in OT to clinch a playoff spot, moved up two places to round out the top 10. 12 after their thrilling 35-32 OT win over the Los Angeles Chargers to clinch a playoff spot. The Bengals will be trying to win a playoff game for the first time since the 1990 season. The team's playoff drought started with a loss to the then-Los Angeles Raiders.

The Green Bay Packers finished the regular season with the No. 1 seed in the NFC and the top spot in the final AP Pro32 poll.

Aaron Rodgers didn’t seem perturbed after Green Bay closed the regular season with a 37-30 loss at Detroit that snapped a five-game winning streak, but had no bearing on its playoff position. The reigning league MVP instead was encouraged to be working behind an offensive line that’s getting closer to full strength after 2020 All-Pro left tackle David Bakhtiari and rookie center Josh Myers returned from knee injuries. Bakhtiari was making his season debut. “We talked about momentum, and that was important, but I really wanted to get out there with Dave and Josh,” Rodgers said.

Aaron Rodgers knows the Green Bay Packers, who have clinched the NFC's No. 1 seed, can't improve their playoff positioning with a win over the lowly Detroit Lions. The reigning NFL MVP still wants to play Sunday at Ford Field, even though that would increase his chances of getting injured. “There’s risk every time you take the field," Rodgers said.

Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes, A.

NFL coaches are taking precautions beyond the league’s COVID-19 protocols to help ensure players are available for games.

Aaron Rodgers says he won’t drag out any offseason decisions regarding his future with the Green Bay Packers and hasn’t ruled out retirement.

Kurt Benkert spent four seasons on NFL practice squad before suiting up for the team. When he finally got to suit up, Aaron Rodgers made sure he got on the field.

Jets coach Robert Saleh only worked at Central Michigan with Brian Kelly for one year, as a defensive assistant in 2004, and it was not a happy one. Saleh and now-Packers coach Matt LaFleur, the older brother of Jets coordinator Mike LaFleur, were on Kelly’s staff as low-level assistants in their 20s. According to a 2019 ESPN article, they thought they were invited to a party at Kelly’s house, ...

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says his toe injury is a fracture but added that he doesn’t expect the situation to cause him to miss any games.

Those who wanted to see Aaron Rodgers laid low for misleading most everyone about his vaccination status will have to bide their time.

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers activated quarterback Aaron Rodgers from the reserve/COVID-19 list, the team said in a statement Saturday. >> Read more trending newsThe move means that Rodgers is eligible to play when Green Bay faces the Seattle Seahawks. #Packers activate QB Aaron Rodgers & CB Isaac Yiadom off the reserve/COVID-19 listRoster moves ahead of #SEAvsGB 📰 https://t.co/W25i7agLFJ — Green Bay Packers (@packers) November 13, 2021The Packers (7-2) had until 3 p.m. CST to return Rodgers to the 53-man roster so that he would be eligible to play against the Seahawks (3-5), the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported. >> Packers QB Aaron Rodgers tests positive for COVID-19, out for game against ChiefsFor Rodgers to be reinstated from the mandatory 10-day quarantine, he was required to pass a cardiac test, be fever-free for 24 hours and show improvement in his symptoms. >> Aaron Rodgers clarifies ‘immunization’ statement, was not vaccinated against COVID-19Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Friday that Rodgers virtually participated in all meetings this week, according to ESPN.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list.

The Green Bay Packers did all they could defensively to help out Jordan Love in his first career start.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will miss Sunday's game at Kansas City after being placed in the NFL’s COVID-19 protocol.

Green Bay would not explicitly confirm whether Rodgers tested positive and would not comment on whether he is vaccinated. Multiple media reports say the reigning NFL MVP is unvaccinated.

Green Bay Packers superstar Aaron Rodgers has said he is immunized against the coronavirus.

Packers Cardinals Football Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) throws the ball into the crowd as time expires during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri) (Rick Scuteri)GREEN BAY, Wis. — (AP) — Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is in the NFL’s COVID-19 protocol and will miss Sunday’s game at Kansas City. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur confirmed Wednesday that Rodgers was in the protocol, but would not say if Rodgers had tested positive. Wide receivers Davante Adams, a 2020 All-Pro, and Allen Lazard missed last week’s victory at Arizona because of COVID-19 protocols. ___More AP NFL coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://twitter.com/AP_NFLCopyright 2021 The Associated Press.

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is in the NFL's COVID-19 protocol and will miss Sunday’s game at Kansas City.

The Green Bay Packers likely will have to face the unbeaten Arizona Cardinals without 2020 All-Pro receiver Davante Adams and defensive coordinator Joe Barry.

General manager Brian Gutekunst announced Monday afternoon that the team has placed Adams on the reserve/COVID-19 list. That announcement came just over an hour after coach Matt LaFleur confirmed that Barry had tested positive. LaFleur said that Barry is fully vaccinated and therefore possibly could join the Packers (6-1) for Thursday night’s game if he tested negative Tuesday and Wednesday. The Packers are working through which assistant will be responsible for calling defensive plays Thursday if Barry’s unavailable. So we definitely have people that we feel are capable of getting the job done.”___More AP NFL coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL and https://twitter.com/AP_NFLCopyright 2021 The Associated Press.

Aaron Rodgers completed two deep passes to Davante Adams on a last-minute drive, setting up Mason Crosby’s 51-yard field goal on the final play of the game that gave the Green Bay Packers a 30-28 victory over the San Francisco 49ers.

Aaron Jones caught three of Aaron Rodgers’ four touchdown passes and rushed for a fourth score, and the Green Bay Packers had a welcome return to normal after an embarrassing opening-week loss.

Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said the Saints "absolutely embarrassed" his team, while Aaron Rodgers appeared to show caution against overreacting.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says his relationship with general manager Brian Gutekunst is a “work in progress.”.

Randall Cobb can thank MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers for triggering the veteran receiver’s return to Green Bay.

Aaron Rodgers has returned from a tumultuous offseason of uncertainty eager to get the Green Bay Packers to the Super Bowl after falling a step short each of the last two years.

Packers-Missing Rodgers Football FILE - In this Jan. 16, 2021, file photo, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) runs with the ball during the team's NFL divisional playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Green Bay, Wis. Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ teammates say the MVP’s uncertain status won’t distract them in their offseason preparations. Rodgers hasn’t been present for organized team activities this week following an ESPN report last month that he doesn’t want to return to Green Bay. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps, File) (Jeffrey Phelps)Aaron Rodgers was a no-show and Tom Brady was full-go. “I think any time you’re talking about any player on your football team, you’d love everybody to be here,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said. Rodgers won’t need much practice time with the Packers whenever he returns, if he comes back at all.

Aaron Rodgers was a no-show and Tom Brady was full-go.

Aaron Rodgers wasn’t with the Green Bay Packers for their first mandatory minicamp session.

Now that the calendar has turned to June, NFL teams can trade or release players and spread the salary cap hit over two years instead of one.

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ teammates say the MVP’s uncertain status won’t distract them in their offseason preparations.

(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File) (Charles Rex Arbogast)Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers wasn’t present for the first day of organized team activities Monday, and his future with the team remains uncertain. Rodgers’ decision to stay away comes amid reports that the reigning MVP wants out of Green Bay, where he has spent his entire NFL career. Packers officials have said they want to keep Rodgers in Green Bay in 2021 and beyond. "We want him back in the worst way," LaFleur said earlier this month during the team's rookie minicamp. Love the coaching staff, love my teammates, love the fan base in Green Bay.

Packers LaFleur Football FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2021, file photo, Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur, left, talks to Aaron Rodgers during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. LaFleur reiterated his hope that he’d get to continue working with Rodgers this season while offering no news on the quarterback’s status. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File) (Charles Rex Arbogast)Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers wasn’t present for the first day of organized team activities Monday, according to a person familiar with the situation. ESPN first reported Rodgers wasn't with the team on Monday. Packers officials have said they want to keep Rodgers in Green Bay in 2021 and beyond.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers wasn’t present for the first day of organized team activities.

With so much uncertainty surrounding Aaron Rodgers' future, Packers coach Matt LaFleur should consider readying another QB to start.

Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur reiterated his hope that he’d get to continue working with Aaron Rodgers this season while offering no news on the quarterback’s status.

The Green Bay Packers have signed Blake Bortles as they attempt to add quarterback depth while MVP Aaron Rodgers’ future with the team remains uncertain.

Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst says he can’t envision any scenario in which he’d deal quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Gutekunst and coach Matt LaFleur say they expect Aaron Rodgers to remain their teams starting quarterback in 2021 and beyond. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst and coach Matt LaFleur say they expect Aaron Rodgers to remain their team’s starting quarterback in 2021 and beyond. The subject came up again when Rodgers discussed his future after the NFC championship game. Absolutely he will be here for a long time.”LaFleur also said Monday he is promoting Maurice Drayton, who worked as assistant special teams coach this past season, to take over as special teams coach. The Packers announced Friday that special teams coach Shawn Mennenga was fired and that Mike Pettine wouldn’t return as defensive coordinator.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) walks off the field after the NFC championship NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Green Bay, Wis., Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)GREEN BAY, Wis. – Aaron Rodgers said he's not sure what his future holds in Green Bay. Green Bay allowed a total of 16 sacks in its other 16 games. The NFC championship game reflected the occasional inconsistency of Green Bay’s defense under Pettine. Green Bay’s most notable flaw during its seven-game streak was its occasional tendency to have a breakdown on special teams.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Scott Miller catches a 39-yard touchdown pass against Green Bay Packers' Kevin King during the first half of the NFC championship NFL football game in Green Bay, Wis., Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)GREEN BAY, Wis. – Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ road magic have them heading home to the Super Bowl, the first team to play in one on their home field. Brady owns six Super Bowl rings with New England and now heads to his 10th NFL championship game with his new team. The Bucs (14-5) earned their franchise-record eighth consecutive road victory to reach the Super Bowl for the first time since their 2002 championship season. Tampa Bay then ran out the clock on the Packers (14-4).

But all are credited with providing a steady helping hand, a sturdy shoulder and a willing ear to their team’s current head coach. PETTINEPettine went 10-22 (.313) as head coach of the Cleveland Browns from 2014-15, before joining Matt LaFleur, who was named Packers head coach in 2018 after just two seasons as an offensive coordinator, a year each with the Rams and Titans. Arians brought along Bowles, whom he coached at Temple in the mid-1980s and who had been his defensive coordinator in Arizona from 2013-14. It began with Frazier saying he didn’t want McDermott to make the same mistakes he did as a first-time head coach. It’s a business with a lot of egos, a lot of people concerned with who gets the credit.”SPAGNUOLOSpagnuolo, 61, compiled an 11-41 record (.212) as head coach of the St. Louis Rams from 2009-11 and as interim head coach of the New York Giants in 2017, when he went 1-3.