Matt LaFleur says the Packers need to “strip everything down” and start over — but Packers fans and analysts are noticing something uncomfortable…
That’s exactly what Mike McCarthy said in 2018 — just months before he was fired.
In this segment from Jen, Gabe & Chewy, the crew dives into the viral comparison between LaFleur’s recent comments and McCarthy’s final season in Green Bay. Is this just standard NFL coach-speak… or a real warning sign?
🔑 What’s discussed:
The side-by-side comparison of LaFleur vs. McCarthy quotes
What “starting over” actually means for the Packers offense
Whether this is about simplifying the system or fixing deeper issues
Why coaches often say this — and when it actually matters
Is this a normal reset… or something bigger brewing in Green Bay?
The conversation also explores how NFL teams evolve (or regress) when systems get too complex — and whether LaFleur is trying to fix that before it’s too late.
If you’re a Packers fan, this is one of the most intriguing offseason storylines — and one that could define the 2026 season.