Matt LaFleur Has Surprise Message for Brother Mike Ahead of NFL Coaching Debut
Moments before Mike LaFleur made his Arizona Cardinals head coaching debut, he got some encouraging words from his brother Matt.
Mike LaFleur, the brother of NFL head coach Matt LaFleur, made his debut as a head coach with the Arizona Cardinals in a Hall of Fame game. This marked his brother Matt's 12-year-long wait to step into his first head coaching role. LaFleur began his NFL coaching career in 2014 as an offensive intern for the Cleveland Browns, gradually working his way up to become an offensive assistant for the Atlanta Falcons in 2015.
He then moved to San Francisco 49ers as a passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach in 2017, followed by becoming an offensive coordinator for the New York Jets in 2021 and again for the Los Angeles Rams in 2023. After a tough 33-30 loss to the Carolina Panthers, Mike expressed his gratitude towards his brother Matt, who was present to witness his first coaching game.
"Hey man, you've earned this opportunity," Matt said, adding "Go let it rip, have fun, and I'm proud of you buddy. I love you, man." Mike responded, "I did not expect that right there. I appreciate that, guys. That's pretty cool. I appreciate that. Now you've got me a little emotional." Despite the outcome, Mike acknowledged the positive aspects of his debut, potentially excited by the level of success he could achieve, similar to his brother's track record with the Green Bay Packers.
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