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Torn Achilles won't slow Packers coach LaFleur

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Matt LaFleur's basketball days might be over, but he has no plans to let it impact the start of his head coaching career.

Two days after the Green Bay Packers' rookie coach underwent surgery to repair the torn Achilles tendon that he ruptured playing basketball last week in the gym at Lambeau Field, LaFleur rolled onto the practice field in a souped-up golf cart. He spent the entire practice seated and then used a scooter to roll over to the sideline for his post-practice session with reporters.

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Packers coach Matt LaFleur rolls into practice two days after surgery to

Packers coach Matt LaFleur rolls into practice two days after surgery to repair his torn Achilles.