Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur is under fire from fans and analysts alike after a polarizing decision in Sunday night’s game against the Minnesota Vikings. With just over two minutes remaining and the Packers down 24-20, LaFleur opted to attempt a 22-yard field goal on 4th-and-goal instead of trusting star quarterback Jordan Love to go for the touchdown.
The field goal cut the deficit to one point, but it left the Packers relying on a defensive stop to regain possession—a gamble that failed as the Vikings ran out the clock. The move has sparked outrage among Packers fans, with many taking to social media to voice their frustration.
“How do you take the ball out of Jordan Love’s hands when he’s been lights out in the second half?!” one fan tweeted. Another wrote, “We needed six, not three. LaFleur is playing scared football.”
NFL analysts also weighed in on the decision. Former player and current ESPN commentator Ryan Clark said, “That was a moment where you trust your offense to win the game. Playing for the field goal in that situation is just baffling.”
In his post-game press conference, LaFleur defended the decision, stating, “We felt confident in our defense. We thought we’d get the ball back with a chance to win it. Obviously, it didn’t go our way.” However, critics argue the move displayed a lack of trust in the offense and poor situational awareness.
The loss drops the Packers to 7-9, further jeopardizing their playoff chances. With tensions high among the fanbase, LaFleur’s decision-making will likely remain a hot topic as the team heads into the final stretch of the season.
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