When the Rams announced on Sunday that they had fired head coach Jeff Fisher, the public sentiment was in favor of the move.

Fans and media had been calling for Fisher’s job since last season, and after another brutal loss at home, it was evident that major changes needed to be made.

That’s why the tone from the Rams players themselves comes as a bit of a shock.

During media availability on Monday, many Rams had adverse reactions to the news of Fisher’s firing; insisting that not only had he not lost the locker room but that he was beloved by his players.

One of the most vocal advocates for Fisher’s abilities as a coach was defensive end Will Hayes.

#Rams DL William Hayes on reports Fisher "lost" the locker room: "Absolutely not. That’s bull—. Everybody in locker room loves that guy." — Mike DiGiovanna (@MikeDiGiovanna) December 13, 2016

More Hayes: "Guys didn’t do what they’re supposed to do, guys played like [crap], and that’s why we don’t have a head coach." #Rams — Mike DiGiovanna (@MikeDiGiovanna) December 13, 2016

Linebacker Alec Ogletree echoed Hayes’ statements, insinuating that Fisher was scapegoated.

Players reiterated Fisher didn’t lose the locker room. Ogletree: “Guys in here loved and respect him and would’ve done anything for him.” — Ryan Kartje (@Ryan_Kartje) December 13, 2016

Perhaps most telling of all was star running back Todd Gurley’s visceral reaction. He was so emotional about the situation that he refused to even speak to the media.

Todd Gurley told media members to get away from his locker, that he's not talking and that we can "tweet that." — Lindsey Thiry (@LindseyThiry) December 13, 2016

So if the players don’t believe that Fisher was even a problem let alone the problem, then who or what do they think is at the root of their struggles?