Extension talks with GM Brian Gutekunst underway for Packers

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GREEN BAY — Not to be lost in what was the uncertainty around coach Matt LaFleur’s job status with the Green Bay Packers is that general manager Brian Gutekunst is also entering the final year of his current contract.

Photos: Packers, Bears tangle in NFC playoff opener

A Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears fan walk towards Soldier Field before the Packers and Bears play in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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A Chicago Bears fan wears a cheese grater hat while tailgating in a parking lot before the Green Bay Packers play the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) breathes in to his hand as he comes off the field after warming up for the game against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) pumps a fist as he comes off the field after warming up before the game against the Green Bay Packers in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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Green Bay Packers players warm up as snow falls before they play the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) takes the field for warmups before playing the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai (25) steps over Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (56) after rushing for a first down in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) and Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) celebrate after connecting for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker (7) chases Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) hands the ball off to Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) runs with the ball against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers players celebrate after a touchdown by Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers players sit on the bench after losing to the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) takes a knee on the field after the final play in the Packers loss to the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur walks off the field after losing to the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) throws a pass against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) evades the reach of Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson (1) in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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The Green Bay Packers stuffs Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai (25) on a rushing attempt in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (56) celebrates after a stop on defense against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (56) celebrates after a stop on fourth down against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) runs with the ball against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur walks the sideline during a timeout against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers cornerback Trevon Diggs (28) and Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens (36) push each other after a kickoff in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) runs with the ball against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) makes a pass on the run against the Green Bay Packers in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed (11) runs with the ball on a kick return against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) calls an audible against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) jumps towards the end zone over Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson (29) in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers players celebrate after a touchdown by Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers defensive end Lukas van Ness (90) chases after Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) is tackled by Chicago Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (49) in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) makes a pass against the Green Bay Packers in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) looks for a lane to run against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) looks to pass against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers players celebrate with Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (0) after a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (0) celebrates after a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai (25) runs with the ball against the Green Bay Packers in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) makes a one-handed catch against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) runs with the ball against the Green Bay Packers in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) skips down the sideline against the Green Bay Packers in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers linebacker Ty'ron Hopper (59) makes an interception against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) breaks the plane for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (0) falls in to the end zone for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Chicago Bears wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus (14) runs in to the end zone for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers tight end John Fitzpatrick (86) cannot come down with a pass in to the end zone against the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Chicago Bears defenders jump to try and defend a field goal by the Green Bay Packers that went wide of the goalposts in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers fans sit in the stands after the Packers gave up a touchdown to the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers players sit on the bench after losing to the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) takes a knee on the field after the final play in the Packers loss to the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) looks on as he leaves the field after losing to the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur walks off the field after losing to the Chicago Bears in an NFL Wild Card game on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
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Packers to work to extend Coach Matt LaFleur

Packers to work to extend Coach Matt LaFleur

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Why teams with head coaching vacancies are lining up to interview Packers DC Jeff Hafley

Why teams with head coaching vacancies are lining up to interview Packers DC Jeff Hafley

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There aren't many easy solutions for the Packers. But here's what questions need answering

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Packers tight end attacking rehab with desire to leave legacy, be 'full package' for offense

A torn ACL derailed what would have likely been a record-breaking season from a Packers tight end. But Tucker Kraft has his full focus on what…

Packers players standing behind Matt LaFleur following playoff loss to Bears

Packers players standing behind Matt LaFleur following playoff loss to Bears

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Key Packers contributors offer insight on their injury recoveries

Key Packers contributors offer insight on their injury recoveries

Green Bay lost one of its top offensive contributors during a Week 9 loss, here's where he and other injured Packers stand as the team shifts …

Packers defensive lineman sets lofty goal for return from injury

Packers defensive lineman sets lofty goal for return from injury

A late-season ACL tear took out of the top producing edge rushers in the NFL, and he hopes he's back quickly.

Report: Packers working to extend coach Matt LaFleur's contract

Report: Packers working to extend coach Matt LaFleur's contract

Matt LaFleur has one year left on his contract to be coach of the Packers.

Matt LaFleur to meet with Packers president as future remains cloudy

Matt LaFleur to meet with Packers president as future remains cloudy

The elephant in the room right now is that Matt LaFleur’s job status is up in the air after Green Bay's devastating wild card loss to the riva…

Report: Packers come to terms with coach Matt LaFleur for multi-year contract extension

Report: Packers come to terms with coach Matt LaFleur for multi-year contract extension

Green Bay opted to stay with its coach, who as coached the team to a 76-40-1 record in his seven seasons in charge of the team.

After record snow Saturday in Madison, more expected Sunday as bitter cold moves in

After record snow Saturday in Madison, more expected Sunday as bitter cold moves in

Strong winds and temperatures plunging below zero will push wind chill values to 15 below to 25 below overnight Sunday into Monday in southern…

Matt LaFleur's reported extension with Packers shifts focus toward evaluating staff around him

Matt LaFleur's reported extension with Packers shifts focus toward evaluating staff around him

The 2026 offseason is one that coach Matt LaFleur and the Packers hope will spark a change in trajectory. That process could require a look at…

Dolphins hire coveted Packers defensive coordinator as next head coach

Dolphins hire coveted Packers defensive coordinator as next head coach

Matt LaFleur and the Packers are now in search of a new defensive coordinator after the AFC East squad reportedly decided on its next head coach.

10 potential candidates who could fill Packers' defensive coordinator vacancy

10 potential candidates who could fill Packers' defensive coordinator vacancy

The Dolphins' decision to hire Jeff Hafley as head coach has left the Packers with a hole on their staff. Here are candidates to fill the defe…

Packers cornerback's first year with team spoiled by injuries

Packers cornerback's first year with team spoiled by injuries

Green Bay's big free agent signing at cornerback last offseason did not get much of a chance at contributing, but is hopeful for his future wi…

Report: Packers interview former Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon for defensive coordinator position

Report: Packers interview former Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon for defensive coordinator position

Green Bay has reportedly shown interest in a coach who gave the Packers offense some trouble earlier in the season.

Packers could make move at former Wisconsin football coach to fill defensive coordinator role

Packers could make move at former Wisconsin football coach to fill defensive coordinator role

Following Jeff Hafley's departure to the Miami Dolphins, Green Bay could be making a move to bring a former Badgers coach back to the state of…

Packers defensive tackle who missed final stretch wants to show 'what I have' next season

Packers defensive tackle who missed final stretch wants to show 'what I have' next season

The former first-round pick missed an extended amount of time but is ready to show his best abilities when he returns next season.

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