Boos at Lambeau Field were just part of the postgame reaction green bayThursday night crashed.
within minutes packers‘ lost 35-14 atlanta falconsfrustration spread to social media, with fans calling on the manager Matt LaFleur The sacking came after one of the most disjointed performances of his tenure.
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“If the Packers are serious Matt LaFleur Got fired tonight,” one fan wrote on X. Another wrote: “This team has thrown in the towel. LaFleur must be fired. “I better wake up to ESPN’s breaking news notifications tomorrow,” a third added. Matt LaFleur Has been fired. “
The anger is understandable given the way the game unfolded. green bay Actually started well, interception Michael Penix Jr. Atlanta had the ball on its opening possession and turned the takeaway into Christian Watson Ground. This is as good as it gets.
Atlanta dominates Green Bay
this falcon Responded with 27 unanswered points and controlled the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball.
green bay Gained just 17 yards on 9 carries while Atlanta Pile up 244 yards on the ground. Sesame Robinson which included 194 yards and two scores. Brian Robinson Gained 50 yards and another touchdown.
this packersThe offensive line wasn’t any better in pass protection, allowing 12 quarterbacks to hit the ball Jordan Love. Lafleur There was no attempt to sugarcoat the performance afterwards.
“Well, it was a humbling night,” he said. “Of course, I don’t think anyone is happy about it. We’ve got a few days here and everyone has to take a hard look at themselves.”
former NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho Go further.
“Matt LaFleur shouldn’t be in this situation and he shouldn’t have a seat!” I think said on his speakeasy show. “He reached his peak with the Green Bay Packers.”
He added: “What has LaFleur done in the last year and a half that excites you? We haven’t seen this team get better.”
Packers problems start to pile up
green bayA 1-2 record doesn’t tell the whole story. this packers They were defeated by Minnesota 39-22 in Week 1 and then defeated Minnesota in overtime. jet plane In Week 2, they took 14 penalties.
Their rushing attack has gained just 146 yards in three games, and injuries have taken their toll. Jayden Reed and Micah Parsons Both sides are out and the offensive line is depleted.
Josh Jacobs Also missed the past two games. CommissionerThe NFL listed him on waivers as it reviewed his situation. this packers Have extra time to face it before traveling tampa bay Oct. 4, but Thursday’s loss changed the team’s tone.
This is not just a simple matter of narrowly defeating a powerful enemy. green bay Defeated decisively at home falcon The team entered the night winless. Lafleur Call it humility, but packers Fans called this unacceptable.
if green bay Without a quick response, the pressure on the head coach is unlikely to ease.