The Green Bay Packers have elevated Luke Getsy to the role of quarterbacks coach, a move announced on Wednesday aimed at developing their quarterback depth, especially in the competition for the backup spot behind Jordan Love. This decision comes late in the offseason following a limited search that included only one external interview candidate, Connor Senger. Getsy, who served as a senior offensive assistant last season, now faces the challenge of honing Love’s skills and preparing the next QB2 for the Packers roster.
With Malik Willis expected to seek opportunities elsewhere after two seasons backing up Love, the Packers’ quarterback room currently features Desmond Ridder and Kyle McCord as the primary candidates for the backup position. While neither player currently matches the hype that surrounded Willis’s arrival, Ridder’s prior connection with Getsy offers a promising advantage in Green Bay’s quarterback competition.
Desmond Ridder’s Previous Work with Luke Getsy Could Give Him an Edge
Desmond Ridder, 26, was promoted from the Raiders’ practice squad to the active roster shortly after the Week 18 regular-season finale, reconnecting with Getsy, who was the offensive coordinator in Las Vegas during the 2024 season. Prior to his time with the Raiders, Getsy held the same coordinator position with the Chicago Bears for two years. Ridder, a former third-round draft pick, joined the Raiders in October 2024 after being signed off the Arizona Cardinals’ practice squad.
During the 2024 season with the Raiders, Ridder appeared in six games and made one start in Week 15 against the Atlanta Falcons, his former team. In that start, he completed 23 of 39 passes for 208 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. Overall, Ridder finished the season with a 61.2 percent completion rate, totaling 458 passing yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. Packers coaches are hoping Ridder has developed further since his stint in Vegas.
Ridder’s Retention Reflects Confidence Ahead of Minicamp
Green Bay’s choice to keep Ridder on the roster instead of Clayton Tune, who struggled significantly in Week 18, suggests confidence in Ridder’s potential. His reunion with Getsy, now in a pivotal quarterback coaching role, could allow for more detailed skill development. Going into minicamp, Ridder is positioned to strongly compete for the backup quarterback job, putting immediate pressure on McCord.
While the possibility remains that the Packers might add a veteran quarterback through free agency, which could affect Ridder’s standing, the promotion of Getsy clearly improves Ridder’s outlook. The coach’s familiarity with Ridder’s strengths and weaknesses offers a tailored environment for Ridder to improve and solidify his role on the team.
“Getsy, who was a senior offensive assistant this season in Green Bay, will now have the task of refining Jordan Love’s skills and developing whoever the next QB2 will be.” – Unknown
“If you’re a coach on Green Bay’s offensive staff, the hope is that Ridder has improved somewhat since then.” – Unknown
