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Packers defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon, who previously coached Kyler Murray, says Murray can wreck a game with his legs and requires a perfectly coordinated defense to contain him in Green Bay's Week 1 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings.
Green Bay’s newly hired defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon will face Kyler Murray—whom he coached in Arizona—in Week 1 at U.S. Bank Stadium, using his close knowledge of Murray to shape a new Packers defense, while Green Bay touts a running-back-by-committee approach and navigates injury updates ahead of the Vikings matchup.
At Green Bay’s sixth training-camp practice, rookie CB Brandon Cisse dominated his one-on-ones, proving coaches right about his potential, while veteran CB Keisean Nixon struggled early. The defense, led by new coordinator Jonathan Gannon, remains the day’s standout unit with multiple linemen flashing in pass rush. OT Jordan Morgan impressed at left tackle, and receivers Matthew Golden and Jayden Reed showed depth by making key plays; Savion Williams, and tight ends RJ Maryland and Luke Lachey carried injuries, and Damien Martinez had limited opportunities behind a stout blocking front. Overall, the Packers’ depth and defense appear strong as camp progresses.
The Eagles reportedly considered rehiring former defensive coordinators Jim Schwartz and Jonathan Gannon as potential replacements if Vic Fangio retired, but Fangio decided to stay for at least the 2026 season, leaving the staff in flux amid ongoing talk of possible changes.
Jonathan Gannon’s scheme emphasizes a quarters/cover 4 framework, signaling a shift from Green Bay’s recent man and old-zone leanings under Barry and Hafley. The analysis outlines how Gannon’s units have prioritized Cover 4, with deeper, read-based concepts in the quarters family, and contrasts this with the Packers’ historical use of spot-drop zones. The piece also contextualizes Gannon’s approach relative to other teams and suggests Green Bay is moving toward a more quarters-heavy defensive identity.
The NFL conference championship weekend set Super Bowl LX as a Patriots–Seahawks rematch, while Green Bay named Jonathan Gannon as its new defensive coordinator to replace Jeff Hafley. Gannon is seen as a polarizing hire due to his Eagles’ defensive success and a rocky Cardinals tenure, as the Packers look to bolster their defense amid postseason memories and upcoming critical matchups.
Green Bay hired Jonathan Gannon as defensive coordinator, prompting a data-driven comparison of his defenses (Cardinals 2023–25 and Eagles 2021–22) with Jeff Hafley’s Packers units (2024–25). Across points allowed, passer rating, sacks, takeaways, and third-down efficiency, the numbers show mixed results tied to each stop’s scheme and play-calling duties, with some contrasts in blitzing and man-coverage tendencies. Overall, the Packers’ defensive identity may not drastically change despite the leadership shift.
The Green Bay Packers are hiring Jonathan Gannon, the former Arizona Cardinals head coach, to be their new defensive coordinator, replacing Jeff Hafley who left for the Dolphins. Gannon, who previously coached the Eagles’ defense, will oversee a unit that includes notable players and is tasked with improving a group that finished 11th in scoring and 12th in yards allowed in 2025. The move comes after Arizona fired him earlier this month; Green Bay reportedly considered several candidates before selecting Gannon. The Packers also face questions about key players’ health and cap decisions as they push toward a Super Bowl contention next season.
The Green Bay Packers are hiring former Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon as their new defensive coordinator, taking over for Jeff Hafley. Gannon previously helped the Philadelphia Eagles to a Super Bowl and, after a 15-36 stint in Arizona, was fired. Packers boss Matt LaFleur hopes Gannon can translate his defensive success to Green Bay and stabilize the unit.
The Green Bay Packers reportedly hired Jonathan Gannon, former Arizona Cardinals head coach, as their next defensive coordinator to replace Jeff Hafley. Gannon previously coordinated defenses for the Eagles and Cardinals, and the Packers interviewed several candidates before finalizing the hire, choosing speed over waiting for Jim Leonhard due to scheduling around the Broncos' AFC Championship Game.
The Green Bay Packers are expected to hire Jonathan Gannon as their new defensive coordinator, replacing Jeff Hafley who left for the Dolphins; Gannon, previously head coach of the Cardinals and former Eagles defensive coordinator, has interviewed for multiple DC roles and could be a future NFL head-coaching candidate.
Dallas is expanding its defensive coordinator search, planning three more interviews—internal DL coach Aaron Whitecotton, Ravens DC Zach Orr, and former Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon—to bring the interview pool to six after last week’s talks with Daronte Jones, Ephraim Banda and Jim Leonhard, as the team continues to seek a candidate who fits its defensive plan amid a busy NFL coaching carousel.
Former Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon, fired earlier this year, is reportedly interviewing for defensive coordinator openings with the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders, rather than returning to the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles had a strong defense under him in 2022, though the unit benefited from a light quarterback schedule; his Cardinals tenure included issues over impermissible contact with Philly and disputed statements. If hired by Dallas or Washington, he could rekindle in-division matchups and a revenge narrative against Philly, though both teams may opt for other candidates.
The Dallas Cowboys are searching for a new defensive coordinator after firing Matt Eberflus, with potential candidates including former NFL head coaches Raheem Morris and Jonathan Gannon, both of whom have strong NFL and coaching connections, and could also be considered for head coaching roles. The team aims to find a candidate who can bring stability and continuity to their defense.
The Arizona Cardinals have fired head coach Jonathan Gannon after a 3-14 season, ending his three-year tenure with a 15-36 record, despite support from some players. The team is set to announce new leadership, with owner Michael Bidwill and GM Monti Ossenfort scheduled to speak.