This Celtic board won't sack Rodgers. He's their bulletproof vest.

Celtic's Real Problems

The Celtic board is unlikely to sack Rodgers, as he is seen as their "bulletproof vest."

Rodgers pointed out that it's only nine games into the league campaign, and it's too early to write off the season.

"Sack Rodgers" has become the mantra. It's easy to chant, but let's be honest — the reason it sounds like a good idea to some is that it shifts responsibility for changing the season's trajectory from us to the board.

The issue lies with the board, who are too timid to take responsibility, and sacking Rodgers won't fix the underlying problems.

The author urges people to "get real" and recognize that the board's incompetence is the root of the issue, and handing them the power to hire a new manager would be unwise.

Author's summary: The Celtic board's incompetence is the real problem, not Rodgers.

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