The Green Bay Packers have lost defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley to the Miami Dolphins, who hired him as their new head coach. Hafley, who transformed the Packers' defense into a top-5 unit in his first season, leaves after two years. Coach Matt LaFleur had anticipated the departure, noting Hafley's high profile across the NFL.

LaFleur's search for a replacement is already underway, with former Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris emerging as a leading candidate. The two have a strong working relationship from their time together in Washington and Atlanta. Other possibilities include internal promotions or candidates LaFleur interviewed two years ago, like Bills' Bobby Babich and Ravens' Zach Orr.

The departure is a significant blow to a defense that regressed after star edge rusher Micah Parsons suffered a season-ending ACL injury. Parsons, who praised Hafley's creativity and player management, posted a heartfelt farewell. The Packers must now find a coordinator who can maintain the unit's early success and adapt to a new defensive identity.