🚨 BREAKING: Cowboys STEAL Top Packers DC Candidate! What Now for Green Bay?

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Packer Nation, we have a "Code Red" in the coaching search. As of Thursday afternoon, January 22, 2026, the worst-case scenario has officially unfolded. Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport are reporting that the Dallas Cowboys have officially hired Christian Parker as their new defensive coordinator. Just 48 hours after Parker completed what was described as a "home-run interview" with Matt LaFleur in Green Bay, Jerry Jones and Brian Schottenheimer moved with lightning speed to secure the 34-year-old rising star. Parker, who began his NFL coaching career in Green Bay, was considered the "internal favorite" to replace Jeff Hafley, but the Cowboys' offer—reportedly making him one of the highest-paid coordinators in NFL history—was too much to pass up.

In this video, we break down the "Lombardi Avenue Fallout." Why did the Packers let Parker leave the building without a contract? We analyze the high-stakes game of "Coaching Chess" that Brian Gutekunst is playing. With Parker off the board, the pressure now shifts entirely to the three remaining heavyweights. We dive into the Al Harris interview that took place today—could the Packers Hall of Famer be the ultimate "revenge hire" to fix the secondary? We provide the latest on Jim Leonhard, who is currently focused on the Broncos' AFC Championship run but remains the "Wisconsin Dream" candidate. Plus, we look at Jonathan Gannon's status after his interview in Titletown and whether the Packers will pivot to Daronte Jones to raid the rival Vikings. Is the search in "panic mode," or does Matt LaFleur have an ace up his sleeve? We have the full breakdown of the salary cap impact following the Trevon Diggs release and how that money is now being weaponized to find a defensive leader!

🕒 VIDEO CHAPTERS:

0:00 - THE STEAL: Christian Parker Officially Joins the Cowboys 2:15 - Why Green Bay Missed Out: The Dallas Contract Details 5:40 - AL HARRIS INTERVIEW: Is the Legend the new frontrunner? 8:55 - Jim Leonhard Watch: Why the Broncos' success is delaying the hire 12:10 - Jonathan Gannon Update: Did he impress LaFleur this week? 15:30 - Daronte Jones & The Vikings: Can the Packers still raid Minnesota? 18:45 - Roster Reaction: How the DC search affects the Micah Parsons extension 21:20 - Final Verdict: Who is the "Plan B" for Green Bay?

🏈 Packers DC Search Tracker (Jan 22, 2026):

OUT: Christian Parker. After a stellar stint with the Eagles, the former Packers assistant joins Dallas as the youngest DC in their franchise history.

INTERVIEWED: Al Harris. The Packers Hall of Famer and current Bears assistant met with LaFleur today. He led the NFL in interceptions with Chicago last season.

INTERVIEWED: Jonathan Gannon. The former Cardinals HC met with Green Bay Wednesday. His veteran presence is seen as a "high-floor" option.

PENDING: Jim Leonhard. The "top target" for many, but NFL rules prevent a hire until Denver’s season concludes.

THE CAP MOVE: Yesterday’s release of Trevon Diggs cleared $15.5M, giving the Packers the financial power to outbid anyone left on the market.

📺 WATCH THESE NEXT:

🔴 BREAKING NEWS! Is Green Bay Hiring Al Harris To Replace Jeff Hafley?: [Link] 🚨 BREAKING: Packers Release Trevon Diggs! Massive Cap Space Move: [Link] 🔥 MUST WATCH: 6 DC Candidates to Replace Jeff Hafley: [Link]

💬 PACKER NATION: THE "PLAN B" POLL

On a scale of 1-10, how MAD are you that the Cowboys stole Christian Parker?

If Jim Leonhard isn't available until after the Super Bowl, should the Packers wait or hire Al Harris NOW?

Is Jonathan Gannon a better fit for this roster than a first-time DC?
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