Matt LaFleur keeps Packers’ foot on the gas in humiliating blowout win over Bears
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The Green Bay Packers took care of business against the Chicago Bears with a convincing 31 7 win in Week 5. However, the postgame handshake between Matt LaFleur and Ben Johnson quickly became a talking point, drawing attention after the divisional rivals met at Lambeau Field.
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Love to Golden for the 2-point conversion
Pack are up 31-7 #GoPackGopic.twitter.com/JvfAz81Uvt
— Daddy’s Lambeau (@Daddys_Lambeau) October 11, 2026
The Packers carried a 14-7 advantage into halftime before pulling away after the break. With Green Bay ahead 29-7, Matt LaFleur opted to go for two with a play for Matthew Golden, and quarterback Jordan Love later received instructions to launch a deep pass despite the outcome appearing settled.
Was Matt LaFleur running the score up against the Bears?
Oct 11, 2026; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Packers safety Evan Williams (33) recovers a fumble against Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) at Lambeau Field. The ball was fumbled by Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (not shown). Mandatory Credit: Dan Powers USAToday Network via IMAGN imagesLaFleur’s choices late in the game sparked debate among viewers, including FOX commentator Greg Olsen, as Green Bay continued attacking with a sizable advantage. Fans weighed in on the Packers coach’s approach against Ben Johnson’s Bears, particularly given that the occasion also paid tribute to Chicago icon Mike Ditka.
During his time as the Detroit Lions’ offensive coordinator, Ben Johnson openly admitted that he took pleasure in getting the better of Matt LaFleur twice each season. That opportunity is off the table for now, with another meeting possible only if the Bears and Packers cross paths in the playoffs.
Oct 11, 2026; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) and Packers head coach Matt LaFleur against the Bears during their football at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Wm. Glasheen USAToday Network via IMAGN imagesGreen Bay’s next challenge comes against the Dallas Cowboys at Lambeau Field in Week 6, followed by a road trip to Detroit to take on the Lions.
The Packers’ decisive win over Ben Johnson’s Bears in Week 5 will likely linger beyond the final score, with several moments from the divisional matchup giving fans plenty to discuss.
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Packers defensive end Dani Dennis-Sutton (51) and defensive tackle Jonathan Ford (96) pressure Bears quarterback Case Keenum on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers won the game, 31-7.Tork Mason/Green Bay Press-Gazette