Getty Despite undergoing surgery, the Packers HC has plenty of faith in his $220 million QB. Matt LaFleur had no issue calling his $220 million quarterback “elite” in a recent interview. The Green Bay Packers starter only played two drives in their preseason opener but completed just one of five passes. While a few drops held him back, it’s thumb surgery that has Packers fans the most worried. Brian Gutekunst believes their starter should return to practice as soon as next week as he’s expected