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Packers lead league in roughing penalties; Matt LaFleur would like more equity

Packers coach Matt LaFleur’s only qualm with the roughing-the-passer calls his team keeps getting is that none have been called against its opponents.

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 11:47 PM
Packers lead league in roughing penalties; Matt LaFleur would like more equity
Key Things to Know
  • Matt LaFleur wants officiating equity as the Packers lead the NFL with six roughing-the-passer penalties.
  • Green Bay opponents have hit or sacked quarterback Jordan Love 39 times without a single roughing penalty.
  • The Packers were penalized three times for roughing Dak Prescott during a 23-13 win against the Cowboys.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur called for greater officiating equity after his team took three roughing-the-passer penalties in a 23-13 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Oct. 18. The penalties brought Green Bay's season total to a league-high six, whereas opponents have sacked or hit quarterback Jordan Love 39 times without drawing a single roughing flag.

LaFleur confirmed the team will submit video of the infractions committed by Lukas Van Ness, Karl Brooks, and Evan Williams to the NFL for clarification. In other updates, LaFleur noted edge defender Micah Parsons remains sidelined without medical clearance, and receiver Christian Watson mistakenly gave himself up on a play before being touched down.

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