Mark Murphy, the Green Bay Packers’ president and CEO, definitely has a fantastic sense of humor.
A Packers fan on Sunday revealed a handwritten note that he claims his cousin received after playfully applying for
the Packers’ defensive coordinator position this offseason. Murphy, who played along, wrote that the team was
impressed with the applicant’s fantasy football experience. Murphy then remarked that the fan would be an excellent
candidate to join the rival Chicago Bears’ coaching staff.
“Bill, Thank you for your cover letter and resume for our Defensive Coordinator position. While your fantasy football
experience is amazing, I regret to inform you that we have decided to take a different approach. I understand the
Bears have an opening, and you appear to be a fantastic fit for them. Thank you again. “Sincerely — Mark,” the letter
stated.
You can view the letter here.
Murphy clearly enjoyed the fan application. Many CEOs would have thrown it away and considered it a waste of
time, but Murphy chose to offer the fan a fantastic souvenir instead.
The Packers parted ways with former defensive coordinator Joe Barry this offseason. They then startled several
people with the replacement they selected, but their new DC appears slightly more qualified than the fantasy football
manager. You can’t fault a guy for trying, and Murphy must have admired his hustle.
