{"id":832256,"date":"2026-03-25T03:24:59","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T03:24:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/832256\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T03:24:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T03:24:59","slug":"green-bay-packers-head-coach-matt-lafleur-eyeing-veteran-free-agent-quarterback","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/832256\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur eyeing veteran free agent quarterback"},"content":{"rendered":"

The 2026 NFL<\/a> Draft is approaching, and the second week of March brought a wave of roster movement as teams released players and signed new contracts.<\/p>\n

The Green Bay Packers lost their primary backup quarterback in free agency, as Malik Willis departed for a lucrative deal to become the starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins.<\/p>\n

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Now, head coach Matt LaFleur must find a new primary backup. While the team has been linked to a young project like Anthony Richardson, a specific veteran quarterback could appeal to LaFleur.<\/p>\n

\"\"A familiar face and reunion?<\/p>\n

Reports<\/a> indicate that the Packers have begun doing their homework on the veteran quarterback market. The biggest name to watch is former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins.<\/p>\n

Cousins previously played under LaFleur in Washington and has now reportedly drawn the Packers head coach\u2019s attention. A reunion could benefit both sides.<\/p>\n

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Although Cousins has also been linked to a potential reunion with the San Francisco 49ers \u2014 where he would rejoin Kyle Shanahan \u2014 the 49ers remain adamant about keeping Mac Jones unless they receive an overwhelming trade offer.<\/p>\n

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That stance limits Cousins\u2019 options. A familiar connection in Green Bay may represent his best\u2014or only\u2014opportunity.<\/p>\n

LaFleur has a strong track record of developing quarterbacks in backup roles. He helped groom Jordan Love to succeed Aaron Rodgers and played a role in elevating Willis\u2019 value.<\/p>\n

A one-year stint in Green Bay could help Cousins regain his footing and reestablish his market value. From there, he could enter free agency in 2027 following a successful run under LaFleur. This could lead to a future compensatory pick.<\/p>\n

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