🚨 BREAKING NEWS! Adam Schefter Reports Packers Hire Jonathan Gannon as Defensive Coordinator?!

🚨 BREAKING: Packers Hire Jonathan Gannon as Defensive Coordinator! 🚨

Jonathan Gannon Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator news 2026: Former Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon hired by Matt LaFleur, Jeff Hafley Dolphins update, Jim Leonhard and Al Harris news, and Packers news.

Packer Nation, the search is officially over, and Matt LaFleur has made his choice! As of Sunday morning, January 25, 2026, the Green Bay Packers have reportedly hired former Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon as their new defensive coordinator. According to Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter, the Packers moved quickly this morning to finalize a deal with Gannon, choosing the veteran play-caller over other finalists like Al Harris and Jim Leonhard. While many fans were waiting for a potential homecoming for Leonhard, LaFleur clearly prioritized Gannon’s extensive experience and his proven track record of leading an elite unit to a Super Bowl appearance.

In this video, we break down why Jonathan Gannon is the "Alpha" hire Matt LaFleur needed. We analyze Gannon’s 2022 campaign with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he led the NFL's #1 pass defense and a unit that racked up a historic 70 sacks on the way to the Super Bowl. We dive into the "Schematic Shift": Gannon is known for his adaptable "Multiple" front, which perfectly fits a Packers roster featuring a generational talent like Micah Parsons and a lockdown safety like Xavier McKinney. We also address the elephant in the room—his 15-36 record as the Cardinals' head coach. Why does LaFleur believe Gannon is a better "pure coordinator" than a head coach? We look at how this hire affects the current roster, specifically the futures of Rashan Gary and Nate Hobbs as the Packers navigate a tight salary cap. Plus, we react to the Jim Leonhard fallout—did the Packers simply get tired of waiting for the Broncos' playoff run to end? We have the full breakdown of the contract, the staff changes, and the 2026 defensive outlook!

🕒 VIDEO CHAPTERS:

0:00 - THE HIRE: Jonathan Gannon is the new Packers DC! 2:15 - Why Gannon? Analyzing the Eagles’ 2022 Super Bowl Blueprint 5:40 - The Jim Leonhard Factor: Why the Packers didn't wait 8:55 - Scheme Fit: How Gannon will use Micah Parsons & Edgerrin Cooper 12:10 - Staff Shakeup: Will Al Harris stay in Green Bay under Gannon? 15:30 - The Cardinals Context: Why his record in Arizona doesn't matter here 18:45 - Roster Impact: Who wins and who loses with this hire? 21:20 - Final Verdict: Grading the Jonathan Gannon hire

🏈 Jonathan Gannon: The Resume & The Fit (Jan 25, 2026):

Experience: 3 seasons as Cardinals HC (2023-2025); 2 seasons as Eagles DC (2021-2022).

The Peak: His 2022 Eagles defense ranked 2nd in total yards allowed and 1st in sacks (70).

The Philosophy: Known for "Multiple" fronts (3-4 and 4-3 looks) that focus on limiting explosive plays and creating pressure with four rushers.

The Financials: Following the Trevon Diggs release ($15.5M in savings), Gannon reportedly becomes one of the five highest-paid coordinators in the NFL.

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