Nearing the end of his decades-long reign, Green Bay Packers president and CEO Mark Murphy is still winning fans over with his kindness.
When one ambitious Packers fan applied for the team’s vacant defensive coordinator position earlier this offseason, Murphy turned him down with the nicest rejection letter possible.
Bill Port, the fan who sent Murphy a cover letter and resume in a half-joking attempt to secure the then-open DC job, received a personalized handwritten letter from the Packers CEO, according to Richard Ryman of the Green Bay Press-Gazette .
In the most gracious fashion, Murphy politely rejected Port and suggested that he take a look at the Chicago Bears ’ job openings instead.
Murphy wrote:
“Bill,
Thanks so much for your cover letter and resume regarding our defensive coordinator position. While your fantasy football experience is impressive, I regret to inform you that we have decided to go in a different direction. I hear the Bears have an opening—you look to be a perfect fit for them. Thanks again.