BOSTON, MA – Boston College’s head football coach Jeff Hafley has decided to leave the Eagles and join the Green Bay Packers as their new defensive coordinator. This move comes following the departure of former Packers DC Joe Barry earlier this month. Hafley, who spent four seasons with Boston College, will now take on the challenge of leading the Packers’ defense.
During his time at Boston College, Hafley led the Eagles to bowl eligibility in three out of four seasons. In the 2023 season, he guided the team to a 7-6 record, marking their most wins since 2018. Additionally, the Eagles ended their season with a victory over No. 22 SMU in the Fenway Bowl.
Hafley’s arrival in Green Bay is expected to bring improvement to the Packers’ defense, which struggled in the 2023 season. The team ranked 22nd in points per drive, 25th in scoring percentage, 20th in yards per play, and 25th in third-down percentage.
This offseason has seen several college head coaches leaving their positions to take on coordinator roles. South Alabama coach Kane Wommack and Buffalo coach Maurice Linguist both left to become co-defensive coordinators under the new Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer. This trend indicates a shift where experienced college coaches are seeking meaningful roles in professional football.
The coaching carousel has been in full swing since the end of the 2023 season. With high-profile coaches like Nick Saban and Jim Harbaugh making significant moves, it is clear that the coaching landscape in both college and professional football is constantly evolving. These changes not only impact the teams involved but also have far-reaching effects on the broader football landscape.