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Tom Silverstein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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I cover the Green Bay Packers for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Join me for my live chat during every Packers game at JSOnline.com. I am a proud member of the Milwaukee NewsGuild Local 51.
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Confirmed: Packers adding Babich
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Packers adding former Buffalo defensive coordinator Bobby Babich to staff
The Green Bay Packers are hiring former Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Bobby Babich to be their passing game coordinator.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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Packers’ Sean Mannion being considered for Eagles coordinator job, report says

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Packers’ Sean Mannion being considered for Eagles coordinator job, report says
Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion is a candidate to become Philadelphia’s offensive coordinator. He is expected to do an in-person interview.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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Packers coaches Ryan Downard, Sean Duggan to join Jeff Hafley in Miami

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Packers coaches Ryan Downard, Sean Duggan to join Jeff Hafley in Miami
Defensive backs coach Ryan Downard and linebackers coach Sean Duggan reportedly will be on Jeff Hafley’s first staff with the Miami Dolphins.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:35 AM
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Could Packers’ Matt LaFleur have waited on Jim Leonhard without losing Jonathan Gannon?
Matt LaFleur may have struck gold with Jonathan Gannon as Packers defensive coordinator, but could he have waited a day to interview Jim Leonhard?
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January 26, 2026 at 10:27 PM
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Could Packers’ Matt LaFleur have waited on Jim Leonhard without losing Jonathan Gannon?

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Could Packers’ Matt LaFleur have waited on Jim Leonhard without losing Jonathan Gannon?
Matt LaFleur may have struck gold with Jonathan Gannon as Packers defensive coordinator, but could he have waited a day to interview Jim Leonhard?
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January 26, 2026 at 10:12 PM
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Packers to hire Jonathan Gannon as defensive coordinator, reports say

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Packers to hire Jonathan Gannon as defensive coordinator, reports say
Jonathan Gannon was head coach of the Arizona Cardinals after a successful stint as defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles.
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January 25, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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Matt LaFleur starts Packers coordinator search with Christian Parker, Daronte Jones; Jim Leonhard, others off limits until after Sunday games www.jsonline.com/story/sports... via @journalsentinel
Matt LaFleur starts Packers coordinator search with Christian Parker, Daronte Jones
Given his history, it’s likely Matt LaFleur will take some time to find the replacement for Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley.
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January 20, 2026 at 7:26 PM
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Ed Policy didn't hesitate offering coach Matt LaFleur an extension and the negotiations appear to have gone smoothly
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Packers coach Matt LaFleur receives contract extension; Gutekunst close
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur completed negotiations on a contract extension. GM Brian Gutekunst was close to getting his deal done.
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January 18, 2026 at 1:36 AM
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The #Packers' front office structure is staying the same, according to someone familiar with the talks with Matt LaFleur and Brian Gutekunst. LaFleur, Gutekunst and Russ Ball all still report to the president as has been the case since 2018.
January 18, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Ed Policy-Matt LaFleur Packers negotiations continue without sign of hard feelings

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Ed Policy-Matt LaFleur Packers negotiations continue without sign of hard feelings
Matt LaFleur, president Ed Policy and general manager Brian Gutekunst were seen having a drink together at the American Club in Kohler.
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January 17, 2026 at 1:54 PM
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Packers coach Matt LaFleur may have upper hand in contract negotiations

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Packers coach Matt LaFleur may have upper hand in contract negotiations
Waiting until the 2025 season was over has put the Packers in a difficult negotiating place on an extension for coach Matt LaFleur.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:29 PM
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Packers coach Matt LaFleur may have upper hand in contract negotiations

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Packers coach Matt LaFleur may have upper hand in contract negotiations
Waiting until the 2025 season was over has put the Packers in a difficult negotiating place on an extension for coach Matt LaFleur.
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January 16, 2026 at 12:52 AM
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If Ed Policy keeps Matt LaFleur, Packers must have some frank discussions | Tom Silverstein

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If Ed Policy keeps Matt LaFleur, Packers must have some frank discussions | Tom Silverstein
The Ed Policy sticks with Matt LaFleur, they should start with an honest analysis about where the Packers coaching staff failed.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:06 PM
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Devonte Wyatt expects to be back for training camp, more injury updates
The Packers finished the season with 18 players on reserve injured lists. Here's an update on some of the major injuries heading into the offseason.
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January 13, 2026 at 2:13 AM
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#Packers C Sean Rhyan said he suffered a bone bruise after getting hit in the side of the knee and tests showed no ligament damage.
January 12, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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#Packers RT Zach Tom had a partially torn patellar tendon and tried to come back with a PRP injection but didn’t feel he could pass block with it. He’ll have surgery soon and it will be a 6-month recovery.
January 12, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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#Packers DT Devonte Wyatt said he broke his fibula and tore a ligament in his ankle. The ligament is the worst of the injuries, but he said he would definitely be ready for training camp. Had two screws put in his ankle.
January 12, 2026 at 6:38 PM
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#Packers TE Tucker Kraft said he is ahead of schedule on his rehab but didn't want to say much more about it. Packers usually require 9 months recovery. Kraft said he'll be at 10 months come Week 1.
January 12, 2026 at 6:37 PM
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Packers can’t continue like this, should let Matt LaFleur go | Tom Silverstein

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Packers can’t continue like this, should let Matt LaFleur go | Tom Silverstein
Matt LaFleur has had seven years to prove he can take the Packers to the Super Bowl. But he has fallen short every season.
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January 11, 2026 at 1:46 PM
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Nice wind blowing north at Soldier Field. #Packers K Brandon McManus hitting from 60-64 with no problem with the tripod holder in that direction.
January 10, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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Come join the JSOnline and PackersNews live chat of #Packers vs. #Bears. We'll get started at 6:15 p.m.

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Join reporter Tom Silverstein for a live chat during Packers-Bears game
Hit up Packers reporter Tom Silverstein with questions during the Jan. 10 wild-card playoff game vs. the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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January 10, 2026 at 11:36 PM
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#Packers inactives: RT Zach Tom (back) is out.

The inactives:

13 WR Dontayvion Wicks
18 QB Desmond Ridder(emergency 3rd QB)
38 CB Jaylin Simpson
45 DL Collin Oliver
50 T Zach Tom
84 WR Jakobie Keeney-James
January 10, 2026 at 11:33 PM
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#Packers QB Jordan Love out early for warmups at Soldier Field.
January 10, 2026 at 11:06 PM
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And here’s Soldier Field at 4:37 pm.
January 10, 2026 at 10:37 PM
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A little windy at Soldier Field. Not horrendous. Temp is dropping 2 1/2 hours before #Packers #Bears wild card.
January 10, 2026 at 10:36 PM