Jeff Hafley, the new defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers, emphasizes the need for an aggressive approach from the D-line, focusing on attacking rather than reacting. Hafley stresses the importance of maximizing player ability over relying solely on defensive schemes. There is optimism surrounding the team, with potential for Hafley to be considered for a head coaching position in the 2025 cycle. Coaches within the Packers organization, such as LB coach Anthony Campanile and D-line coach Jason Rebrovich, are aligned with Hafley's emphasis on an aggressive, havoc-creating defensive style.
Packers LB coach/run game coordinator Anthony Campanile is working with Jeff Hafley for the first time but they go back. Met Hafley when he was recruiting players at Fair Lawn (NJ) HS, where Campanile first coached. They’ve worked at the same places but never at the same time.
Packers D-line coach Jason Rebrovich on what is asked of his group in new DC Jeff Hafley’s system: “It’s an attack front. … It’s about TFLs and sacks. We’re looking to create havoc in the backfield — every down.” He said it should look like what the 49ers, Texans and Jets do. https://t.co/mHvW3FYYgZ
Reacting to Hafley's comments about the Packers d-line https://t.co/QkkPQr2CoA #Packers #GoPackGo https://t.co/YhdwKL3xcq
If the Packers defense takes a material jump this year, I won't be surprised if Jeff Hafley is in the 2025 head coaching cycle. He has the kind of personality and demeanor that will impress NFL owners and GMs. You can win a press conference with him at the podium.
Jeff Hafley: “Because it’s still about the players. It’s not about the scheme right now. It’s about the players. It’s our job to maximize their ability, which I talked to you guys about when I got here.”
“There’s a really good vibe right now.” — Packers new defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley. https://t.co/gOIVtCRTvT
Jeff Hafley on the Packers D-line: “That group has to attack. That’s not gonna be passive read-and-react.”