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Green Bay Packers Part Ways With Defensive Coordinator Joe Barry

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur made the announcement Wednesday.

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Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Joe Barry during an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis.
Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Joe Barry during an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)

GREEN BAY, WI — Joe Barry will not return as defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers, head coach Matt LaFleur announced Wednesday.

"We want to thank Joe for his commitment and contributions to our success the past three seasons," said LaFleur in a statement.

"These decisions are extremely difficult and Joe is one of the best men I've had the opportunity to work with in this league."

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Barry coached in various roles in the NFL for 22 seasons, including the last three years as the defensive coordinator for the Packers.

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