Matt LaFleur trusts Packers QB Jordan Love’s ability to change play calls

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Matt LaFleur trusts Packers QB Jordan Love’s ability to change play calls

Matt LaFleur trusts Packers QB Jordan Love’s ability to change play calls

Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur said he is open to quarterback Jordan Love using his legs more when a play breaks down.

Matt LaFleur trusts Packers QB Jordan Love’s ability to change play calls

Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur said he is open to quarterback Jordan Love using his legs more when a play breaks down.

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur is placing significant trust in quarterback Jordan Love's decision-making, granting him considerable freedom to change plays at the line of scrimmage. This confidence stems from tangible results, like a pivotal Week 14 touchdown against the Chicago Bears.

Facing a third-and-3 with the Bears showing a zero blitz, Love audibled into a max protection scheme and signaled a hot route to receiver Christian Watson. The result was a 41-yard touchdown, a perfect example of Love's growing command of the offense. LaFleur emphasized that Love has "free rein" to adjust based on what he sees, a critical trait for any franchise quarterback.

While Love's pre-snap prowess is developing, LaFleur sees another area for growth: using his athleticism when plays break down. Last season, Love showed flashes as a runner, scrambling for 199 yards and 14 first downs. However, his completion rate under pressure was just 42.8%, with many passes intentionally thrown away.

LaFleur is now encouraging Love to trust his legs more in those chaotic moments, potentially turning negative plays into positive gains. This evolution—from a quarterback who manages the call to one who can also create off-script—could be the next step in unlocking the Packers' offensive potential and Love's development as a dynamic dual-threat leader.

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