When asked about the Packers’ mediocre defensive statistics, Green Bay Packers DC gives a sassy response

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Joe Barry, the defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers, has faced a lot of criticism over the years.

This season has resembled previous years in which the defense struggled. Despite playing the same defensive style, the Packers are not allowing many points. They have given up 22 and 19 points in the last two weeks to the Lions and Chiefs, respectively. Barry had a sassy response when asked about his team’s mediocre defensive stats.

Joe Barry: “The biggest stat is the frickin’ scoreboard when the clock hits zero.” pic.twitter.com/qZ4xgaEV0y

Green Bay Packers Joe Barry On Defensive Stats

The defense is slightly better than last year, but it is still a below-average defense in all advanced stats.They rank 18th in terms of yards allowed, 22nd in terms of EPA per play, 21st in terms of success rate, 18th in terms of DVOA, and 14th in terms of points per possession. Despite this, they rank ninth in points allowed per game. That, according to Barry, is the most important statistic. “The biggest stat is the frickin’ scoreboard when the clock hits zero,” Barry said at a press conference on Friday. He is correct that the score is the most important aspect of a game. Stats are meaningless unless you have more points than the other team. It does, however, result in some frustrating defensive plays.

Fool’s Gold

At times, the defense appears to be fool’s gold. Winning is great, but there are times when the defensive play call does not appear to be appropriate for the situation. The fact that the Packers are below-average in many advanced metrics but top ten in scoring indicates that Green Bay has had some good fortune. When that streak runs out, the Packers may have to concede some points in future games.

Green Bay Packers fans should probably brace themselves for another Joe Barry season. If Matt LaFleur did not fire him last season, it appears unlikely that he will do so this season, particularly if the Packers make the playoffs.