© Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports The Falcons interviewed Packers offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett on Thursday (Twitter link via Ian Rapoport and Peter Schrager of NFL.com). This marks Hackett's first head coaching interview of the offseason.
Hackett, 41, has been in Green Bay since 2019. He comes into this cycle with strong reviews from head coach Matt LaFleur, as well as quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
"Hack has been a really important part of our culture change and a part of our success on offense. I love him," Rodgers said recently. "Hope he doesn't go anywhere. Unless I do."
The Packers offense took another step forward in 2020 with Hackett's guidance. The unit finished first in points and fifth in total yards with a steady balance between the passing game and the running game.
It's worth noting that Hackett's old boss, Doug Marrone, is also available for hire after being fired by the Jaguars. If Hackett is hired in Atlanta, he could conceivably bring Marrone along with him for a role reversal.
Hackett is the fifth candidate to meet with the Falcons. Previously, they interviewed incumbent Raheem Morris, Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh and Panthers offensive coordinator Joe Brady for the job.
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