Green Bay Packers fans took to social media to voice their discontent following the team’s loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Defensive coordinator Joe Barry faced criticism as the Packers allowed 23 points against a struggling Steelers offense.
Despite a strong performance by the passing defense, holding Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett to 126 yards, the Packers’ run defense proved vulnerable, conceding over 200 rushing yards. This echoes an earlier loss to the Detroit Lions, where Barry’s run defense faced similar challenges.
Fans expressed their frustration on social media, with some calling for Joe Barry’s firing. Here are some notable reactions:
– “Fire Joe Barry 😭” – @kar052584
– “200 yards rushing. Fire Joe BARRY NOW” – @DasmadreUpton
– “Fire Joe Barry is so back” – @CCudworth84
– “Perfect game. Better draft pick. Love looks like the guy. Easier to fire Joe Barry.” – @zillmerjsh
– “Please fire Joe Barry into the face of the sun for allowing Kenny Pickett to scramble for an 11-yard first down run in the year of our lord 2023” – @mjhurleytdt
– “Fire Joe Barry immediately after this game. Promote someone from in house. Hire a long term postseason” – @RNJonesMan33
– “Fire Joe Barry. Cancel his credit cards, nail his shoes to the floor like Frank in Always Sunny and make him hitchhike barefoot back to Wisconsin.” – @emrachelz
Despite quarterback Jordan Love’s commendable performance, including two interceptions on the final drives, fans directed their frustration towards Barry and called for changes in coaching.