Mark Murphy (American football executive)

Mark Murphy (born July 22, 1955) is an American former professional American football player and sports executive. He played eight seasons in the National Football League (NFL) as a safety for the Washington Redskins. After retiring from football, Murphy transitioned into sports administration and has served as the president and chief executive officer of the Green Bay Packers since 2008.

 Early life and college 
Murphy was born in Fulton, New York, and attended Fulton High School. He played college football at Colgate University, where he was a standout defensive player. Despite his success at the collegiate level, Murphy was not selected in the 1977 NFL Draft.

 Professional football career 
Murphy signed with the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent in 1977. He spent his entire NFL playing career with the franchise, appearing in 103 games over eight seasons.

His best season came in 1983, when he earned selection to the Pro Bowl and was named a second-team All-Pro. Murphy was known for his intelligence, leadership, and versatility in the defensive backfield. He retired from professional football following the 1984 season.

 Executive career 
After his playing career, Murphy pursued a career in sports management. He served in leadership roles at Colgate University, the United States Olympic Committee, and the Green Bay Packers.

In 2008, Murphy was named president and chief executive officer of the Green Bay Packers. In this role, he oversees the team’s business operations and represents the publicly owned franchise at the league level. During his tenure, the Packers won Super Bowl XLV following the 2010 season.

 Personal life 
Murphy has been involved in numerous civic and charitable initiatives, particularly in the Green Bay area. He is known for advocating community engagement and maintaining the Packers’ tradition of public ownership.

 Related pages 
 Green Bay Packers
 Washington Redskins
 List of Green Bay Packers presidents

Category:1955 births
Category:Living people
Category:American football players