Packers' National Anthem Request Bombs With Some

The Green Bay Packers are planning to lock arms during the national anthem at Thursday night's home game against the Chicago Bears, and they've asked fans to join them in the display of unity. 

Let's just say that's not going over well with some. The Green Bay Press-Gazette talks to some irked fans and rounds up the angry social media reactions of others, many of whom are threatening to return shares in the team or season tickets.

FOX6 reports that there will be more police officers present on the field than is typical, just in case fans start throwing things at players or try to rush the field. There are also, of course, those who still support the team: "Any #packers fans boycotting? If so please inbox. I'll gladly take those tickets off your hands. I'll walk to lambeau to see the boys play," posted one Twitter user.

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