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Packers Shift to Quarters Coverage Under Gannon's Leadership

1/27/2026

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Story summary

Green Bay Packers' new defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon emphasizes quarters family coverages, especially Cover 4.
Under Joe Barry, the Packers ranked 27th in man coverage and 8th in quarters family coverage from 2021–2023.
Jeff Hafley continued the trend, with a slight increase in quarters coverage.
Gannon aims for tighter coverage, contrasting with past reliance on spot-drop zones.
The shift reflects a broader NFL move toward quarters-based defensive strategies.

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Story summary

Green Bay Packers' new defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon emphasizes quarters family coverages, especially Cover 4.
Under Joe Barry, the Packers ranked 27th in man coverage and 8th in quarters family coverage from 2021–2023.
Jeff Hafley continued the trend, with a slight increase in quarters coverage.
Gannon aims for tighter coverage, contrasting with past reliance on spot-drop zones.
The shift reflects a broader NFL move toward quarters-based defensive strategies.