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Packers Coach Matt LaFleur Makes Bad Excuse for Late-Game Blunder

Packers Coach Matt LaFleur Makes Bad Excuse for Late-Game Blunder

Summary

The Green Bay Packers tied their game against the Dallas Cowboys 40-40. Packers' coach Matt LaFleur faced criticism due to poor management of the game clock in overtime. LaFleur's response was seen as lacking responsibility for the oversight.

Key Facts

  • The Packers tied with the Cowboys in a Sunday Night Football game with a score of 40-40.
  • Green Bay was expected to win after a previous loss to the Cleveland Browns but did not secure a victory.
  • The Packers' defense allowed 40 points, despite being considered one of the top defenses.
  • In overtime, the Packers had a chance to win but ran out of time due to slow play.
  • Coach Matt LaFleur received criticism for not managing the clock well during this period.
  • LaFleur commented that if he knew the game would end like that, he would have sped up the play.
  • The Packers were criticized for being too conservative, even though the Cowboys had no time outs left.
  • Green Bay's next game is against the Cincinnati Bengals at Lambeau Field.

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