The hard work for Coach LaFleur has just begun, while the general manager’s work is mostly done. It’s an appropriate time to take a calm and unbiased look at how Brian Gutekunst has done in his second year as the lead procurement officer for the Packers.
As you’ll recall, the 2018 season spiraled downward for the Packers, spirits were down, the future Hall of Fame quarterback was irritable and under-performing, the team’s pass rush was inept, injuries had compromised the defensive backfield, and special teams play was deplorable.
Something – many things, really – had to be done, and quickly.