Green Bay, WI — In a move that has sent shockwaves across the NFL and left the Green Bay Packers fan base stunned, head coach Matt LaFleur has officially decided to bench starting quarterback Jordan Love — a decision few saw coming amid growing tension over the team’s offensive struggles this season.
The Packers announced Monday morning that Love will not start in their next game, with LaFleur citing the need for “a spark and a reset” for the offense. In an even bigger twist, the team confirmed that rookie quarterback Michael Pratt — the fourth-round draft pick out of Tulane — will be given the starting nod.
“We believe Jordan has a bright future, but right now, we have to make the best decision for the team,” LaFleur said during a press conference. “This is not about blame — it’s about finding solutions.”
Love, who was handed the reins after the departure of Aaron Rodgers, has shown flashes of brilliance but has struggled with inconsistency, especially against top-tier defenses. Over the last three games, Love has thrown five interceptions and only three touchdowns, fueling concerns inside the Packers’ organization.
The decision comes after Green Bay’s third consecutive loss, a 24–13 defeat at the hands of the Minnesota Vikings, where Love completed just 52% of his passes.
Fans erupted on social media minutes after the announcement. Some expressed frustration, calling the move premature, while others supported the idea of shaking things up before the season slips further out of reach.
“I can’t believe we’re benching Love this early,” tweeted one Packers fan. “But maybe it’s what he needs to reset.”
Meanwhile, insiders report that the Packers have no long-term plans to move on from Love, but will “re-evaluate everything” at the end of the season, depending on how the offense performs under Pratt.
As the Packers prepare to face the Detroit Lions next week, all eyes will be on how the rookie handles the pressure — and how Jordan Love responds to this stunning turn of events.
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