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It was definitely not only a Joe Barry problem, but good coaches can also elevate the talent of a team and a lot of other defenses have less talent, even including injuries to Jaire for example. Many already pointed out, the defense only got better once LaFleur said he'd get involved, which also isn't a great sign and can't be a long term solution. Apparently they might even keep him around at a lesser position, which would be cool IMO as he's very well liked and can be a good position coach.lol, are you me?
I've said it before, Barry isn't a defensive genius, but neither was Capers. But when Capers had the pieces he had two top 5 units in 2009/2010 and when he got Peppers in 2014, that unit become a championship defense down the stretch.
And that's exactly what's going to happen unless Gute drafts some dudes ready to play in 2024 or someone like Van Ness is a monster in his second season. LaFluer better choose his guy wisely this time.
Job is way more attractive considering the offense is set and is functioning. The FA money will certainly go to defense, a Safety is most likely I guess, and the majority of draft picks will also go to the defense.
Won't pretend that I can judge candidates lol, I think a younger, hungry coach who isn't dead set on one style would fit.
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Packers also fired their S&C coach, cleaning house apparently.
