PACKERS HEAD COACH MATT LaFLEUR FURIOUS WITH OFFICIALS, DEMANDS NFL INVESTIGATION OVER “CHEATING” THAT HELPED PANTHERS WIN

“We didn’t lose because we played bad. We lost because we weren’t given a fair game,” Matt LaFleur raged after the controversial no-call that helped the Panthers secure a 16–13 victory over the Packers at Lambeau Field.

Green Bay, Wisconsin – Tensions exploded after the Week 9 NFL matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Carolina Panthers, as Packers head coach Matt LaFleur openly blasted the officiating crew for what he called a “blatant missed call” during a pivotal touchdown drive by the Panthers in the first half.

According to slow-motion replays shared widely on social media, Rashan Gary (No. 52) of the Packers appeared to be “hooked from behind” (a clear holding violation) while trying to break through the offensive line to stop Rico Dowdle (No. 82) on a goal-line rushing play. However, the officials did not throw a flag, allowing Carolina to punch in a touchdown that put them ahead 13–3.

“If that’s not holding, then I don’t know what the rule is anymore,” LaFleur said angrily in his postgame press conference. “That moment completely changed the game. It’s hard to tell your players to keep fighting when the calls don’t go both ways.”

LaFleur confirmed that he plans to file an official request with the NFL to review game footage and investigate possible bias or officiating inconsistencies.

Rashan Gary completely hooked from behind on this TD but no call. If I'm an NFL Coach I'm telling my O Line HOLD ON EVERY SINGLE PLAY!pic.twitter.com/PcE1tE3UlX pic.twitter.com/vw4s9iNBjO

— Packerfan Total Access- Clayton (@packers_access) November 2, 2025

Analysts and former referees remain divided. Some argued that the play clearly showed an illegal hold, while others claimed it was “too borderline” to call. Still, the decision not to throw a flag gave the Panthers momentum they never lost — ultimately sealing a 16–13 victory over Green Bay.

Across social media, Packers fans erupted in outrage:

“If this was a playoff game, those refs would be fired,” one fan posted on X.
“Feels like they wanted the Panthers to win just for the drama,” another commented.

Panthers head coach Dave Canales declined to engage in the controversy, saying calmly:

“We played hard, and the calls are not for me to judge.”

While the NFL has not yet issued an official response, league sources indicated that the disciplinary committee may review the Packers’ submitted report in the coming days.

Once again, questions about officiating and fairness in the NFL have taken center stage — and with Matt LaFleur’s fiery accusations, this Week 9 showdown may echo far longer than the 16–13 scoreline suggests.

🏈 The drama at Lambeau Field isn’t over — it may have only just begun.