Mike McCarthy
1) Introduction: Mike McCarthy was hired as the Green Bay Packers head coach by Ted Thompson in 2006 to replace the recently fired Mike Sherman. In his first season, McCarthy led the Packers to an 8-8 record, and since then they have only produced one losing season (2008). One of his most notable decisions was to install the 3-4 defense in 2009, bringing in Dom Capers to spearhead the change. He has guided the Packers to four playoff berths, leading to a 5-3 postseason record under him and one Super Bowl championship title.
2) Profile:
Michael John McCarthy
Position: Head Coach
Years as Packers Head Coach: 6 (2006-2012)
Age: 48
Biography:
3) Expectations coming into the season: After losing in a display of offensive fireworks to the Arizona Cardinals in the 2009 Wild Card Round, the Packers followed up with an historic run to Super Bowl XLV in 2010. Their success in bringing home the Lombardi Trophy made them early favorites to repeat in 2011, and fans really expect...
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Aaron Rodgers
TEAMS: Green Bay Packers, San Jose Sharks, Arizona Cardinals, New York Giants
TEAMS: Green Bay Packers, San Jose Sharks, Arizona Cardinals, New York Giants
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