History of Matt LaFleur in Timeline

Matt LaFleur is the current head coach of the Green Bay Packers in the NFL. Prior to his head coaching role, LaFleur gained extensive experience as an offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams and Tennessee Titans. He also served as a quarterbacks coach for the Washington Redskins, Notre Dame, and Atlanta Falcons, demonstrating a focused career path within offensive coaching roles in professional and college football.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1959: First Packers Coach to Win Debut Against Bears Since Vince Lombardi

In 1959, Vince Lombardi won his first game against the Bears. Matt LaFleur became the first Green Bay coach to win his first game against the Bears since Vince Lombardi.

1970: Second-Best Start for a Coach Since the 1970 Merger

Since the 1970 merger, Matt LaFleur had a 26-6 record in his first two seasons as coach.

November 3, 1979: Matthew LaFleur Born

On November 3, 1979, Matthew Patrick LaFleur was born. He would later become the head coach for the Green Bay Packers of the NFL.

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1998: Played Wide Receiver at Western Michigan University

In 1998, Matt LaFleur played wide receiver at Western Michigan University.

1999: Played Wide Receiver at Western Michigan University

In 1999, Matt LaFleur continued to play wide receiver at Western Michigan University.

2000: Played Quarterback at Saginaw Valley State

In 2000, Matt LaFleur transferred to Saginaw Valley State and began playing quarterback, guiding the Cardinals to the D-II playoffs.

2002: Final Season as Quarterback at Saginaw Valley State

In 2002, Matt LaFleur completed his final season as quarterback at Saginaw Valley State, having led the Cardinals to the NCAA Division II Playoffs each year from 2000 to 2002.

2003: Played for the Omaha Beef

In 2003, Matt LaFleur briefly played professionally in the National Indoor Football League with the Omaha Beef as the backup quarterback.

2003: Began Coaching Career at Saginaw Valley State

In 2003, Matt LaFleur started his coaching career at his alma mater, Saginaw Valley State, as an offensive graduate assistant.

2004: Assisted at Central Michigan University

In 2004, Matt LaFleur assisted the offensive staff at Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant.

2005: Continued Assisting at Central Michigan University

In 2005, Matt LaFleur continued to assist the offensive staff at Central Michigan University.

2006: Coached at Northern Michigan University

In 2006, Matt LaFleur coached quarterbacks and receivers at Northern Michigan University in Marquette.

2007: Offensive Coordinator at Ashland University

In 2007, Matt LaFleur served as the offensive coordinator at Ashland University in Ohio.

2007: NFC Championship Game Hosted For the First Time Since 2007

In the playoffs, Matt LaFleur and the Packers hosted the Los Angeles Rams, to host the NFC Championship Game for the first time since 2007.

2008: Hired by the Houston Texans

In 2008, Matt LaFleur was hired by the Houston Texans as an offensive assistant, where he developed a close relationship with Kyle Shanahan.

2008: Peyton Manning Won Consecutive MVP Awards

In 2008, Peyton Manning won the first of two consecutive MVP awards. Matt LaFleur would later coach Aaron Rodgers to win consecutive MVP awards.

2009: Worked at Houston Texans

In 2009, Matt LaFleur worked as an assistant coach for the Houston Texans. He was also the best man at Robert Saleh's wedding.

2009: Peyton Manning Won Consecutive MVP Awards

In 2009, Peyton Manning won the second of two consecutive MVP awards. Matt LaFleur would later coach Aaron Rodgers to win consecutive MVP awards.

2010: Coached Quarterbacks for the Washington Redskins

In 2010, Matt LaFleur joined the Washington Redskins to coach the quarterbacks, brought in by Kyle Shanahan.

2011: Worked Alongside Future Head Coaches in Washington

From 2011, Matt LaFleur began working alongside Kyle Shanahan, Sean McVay, Mike McDaniel and Raheem Morris at Washington.

2011: Most Wins From a Rookie Coach Since Jim Harbaugh

In 2011, Jim Harbaugh had the most wins as a rookie coach, until Matt LaFleur had 13 wins in his first season as head coach.

2011: Green Bay Clinched NFC Number One Seed Since 2011 Season

The Green Bay Packers clinched the NFC's number one seed for the first time since the 2011 season. In 2020, LaFleur led the Packers to the number one seed.

2012: Mentored Rookie Quarterbacks for the Redskins

During the 2012 season, one of Matt LaFleur's primary responsibilities was to mentor rookie quarterbacks Robert Griffin III and Kirk Cousins for the Washington Redskins.

2013: Continued Coaching with Future Head Coaches in Washington

In 2013, Matt LaFleur continued to work alongside future head coaches Kyle Shanahan, Sean McVay, Mike McDaniel, and Raheem Morris in Washington.

2014: Quarterbacks Coach at Notre Dame

In 2014, Matt LaFleur returned to college football as the quarterbacks coach at the University of Notre Dame, where he tutored Everett Golson.

February 5, 2015: Hired as Quarterbacks Coach for the Atlanta Falcons

On February 5, 2015, Matt LaFleur returned to the NFL as the quarterbacks coach for the Atlanta Falcons, working under Kyle Shanahan. His brother Mike was also an offensive assistant with the team.

2016: Coached Matt Ryan to NFL MVP and Super Bowl Appearance

In 2016, Matt LaFleur coached Matt Ryan on his way to winning his NFL MVP award. The Falcons reached Super Bowl LI but lost to the New England Patriots after squandering a 28-3 lead.

2016: First Postseason Berth Since 2016 Season

Matt LaFleur led Green Bay to their first postseason berth since the 2016 season as the NFC's number two seed.

February 8, 2017: Joined the Los Angeles Rams as Offensive Coordinator

On February 8, 2017, Matt LaFleur joined the Los Angeles Rams as offensive coordinator, working under Sean McVay. The Rams finished the year with an 11-5 record and as the league's number one scoring offense.

December 10, 2017: Packers Win Without Aaron Rodgers

On December 10, 2017, the Packers defeated the Cleveland Browns 27-21, marking the Packers' first win without Aaron Rodgers as the starter since December 10, 2017.

January 30, 2018: Joined Tennessee Titans as Offensive Coordinator

On January 30, 2018, Matt LaFleur became the offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans, under head coach Mike Vrabel. The season was plagued with injuries, and the Titans finished with the 27th-ranked scoring offense in the NFL.

January 8, 2019: Hired as Head Coach of the Green Bay Packers

On January 8, 2019, Matt LaFleur was hired as the head coach of the Green Bay Packers.

May 30, 2019: Torn Achilles While Playing Basketball

On May 30, 2019, Matt LaFleur suffered a torn Achilles while playing basketball.

September 5, 2019: Regular-Season Coaching Debut

On September 5, 2019, Matt LaFleur made his regular-season head coaching debut, leading the Packers to a 10-3 victory against the Chicago Bears.

2020: David Bakhtiari's ACL Tear

During the 2020 season, David Bakhtiari tore his ACL and didn't return until Week 18 of the 2021 Season.

2020: First Opening Week Win Since 2020

In 2020, Matt LaFleur got his first opening week win since 2020.

2020: Second Consecutive NFC North Title and Playoff Berth

In the 2020 season, Matt LaFleur clinched his second consecutive NFC North title and playoff berth, and the Packers finished as the NFC's number one seed for the first time since 2011.

2021: Inducted into SVSU Cardinal Athletic Hall of Fame

In 2021, Matt LaFleur was inducted into the SVSU Cardinal Athletic Hall of Fame.

2021: First Win Against The Lions Since Week 3 of 2021

In Week 12, Matt LaFleur led the Packers in an upset against the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving, their first win against the Lions since Week 3 of the 2021 season.

2021: Winningest Head Coach Through First 40 Games

Matt LaFleur's 2021 season included a 38-3 loss to the Saints, followed by six consecutive wins. After defeating the Cardinals 24-21, LaFleur became the winningest head coach through his first 40 career games in NFL history.