Longtime Packers Coach Larry Beightol Passes Away
April 7, 2024
By Justin Hussong
The Green Bay Packers have a rich history defined by decades of outstanding leadership both on the field and among their coaching ranks.
Regrettably, the Packers family mourns the loss of longtime offensive line coach Larry Beightol this week. The team’s official announcement revealed that Beightol passed away on Thursday, April 4th, at 81 years old in Fayetteville, Arkansas, due to heart failure, dementia, and complications from diabetes.
Beightol served as the Packers’ offensive line coach from 1999 to 2005, leading the team to the playoffs four times during his seven-year tenure. Over his 22-year NFL coaching career, Beightol worked with offensive lines across eight different organizations, including the Atlanta Falcons, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Diego Chargers, New York Jets, Houston Oilers, Miami Dolphins, Green Bay Packers, and Detroit Lions.
During his time in Green Bay, Beightol coached several players who later earned spots in the Packers Hall of Fame, such as Frank Winters, Marco Rivera, Chad Clifton, Mark Tauscher, and Mike Flanagan.
Following his coaching years with the Packers, Beightol retired, leaving a legacy of dedication and impact on every team he served. His passing brings a solemn moment for the Packers organization and its fans, yet his remarkable career and commitment to excellence are cherished by long-time supporters with deep gratitude.
