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Jeff Hafley Emerges as Top Giants Coaching Candidate

1/4/2026

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On January 3, 2026, NFL insider Jeremy Fowler identified Jeff Hafley as a head-coaching candidate.
Many view Hafley as a strong candidate, especially for the New York Giants.
Hafley has improved the Packers' defense over two seasons, with rankings in points and yards.
This season, injuries to key players contributed to a defensive decline.
If Hafley departs, Green Bay would hire a fourth coordinator since 2019 under Matt LaFleur.

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Story summary

On January 3, 2026, NFL insider Jeremy Fowler identified Jeff Hafley as a head-coaching candidate.
Many view Hafley as a strong candidate, especially for the New York Giants.
Hafley has improved the Packers' defense over two seasons, with rankings in points and yards.
This season, injuries to key players contributed to a defensive decline.
If Hafley departs, Green Bay would hire a fourth coordinator since 2019 under Matt LaFleur.