There’s growing, mutual interest in Jim Leonhard, the Denver Broncos’ pass game coordinator/DB coach, with a potential interview set after the AFC Championship. The Packers have sizeably pursued Leonhard before (they knocked on his door in 2021), and he’s emerged as a top target to run their defense now that he’s got a track record in the NFL.
Why Leonhard stands out 📊
– College powerhouse past: Wisconsin alum who, from 2017–2022, oversaw one of the nation’s most consistent defenses.
– NFL impact: Since 2024 with Denver, he’s guided one of the league’s best secondaries, soaking up knowledge from Sean Payton and Vance Joseph.
– Fit and timing: Could be the big addition Green Bay is chasing after missing out on another top target earlier.
Other candidates already in the mix
– Christian Parker (Eagles DB coach, now Cowboys DC)
– Jonathan Gannon
– Daronte Jones
– Al Harris
Takeaway 🔥
If Green Bay can land Leonhard, it would be a major coup to bolster the defense as they keep reshaping their coaching staff. The search continues to heat up as new interviews are slated. 🏈📊
