Packers vs. The Saints game on Monday Night Football features a halftime tribute to Mark Murphy

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GREEN BAY (WLUK) — It’s full steam ahead for the Green and Gold as they look to punch their ticket to the postseason on Monday Night Football at Lambeau Field against the New Orleans Saints.

But tonight’s game is about more than watching the Packers play for a playoff spot. Fans will also see a special tribute to one of the organization’s longtime and influential leaders — a man who can take credit for some of the team’s successes on and off the field and the good it does in the community.

Packers president and CEO Mark Murphy will retire in July 2025, meaning this season will be his last with the team. To honor his legacy, the Packers are holding a ceremony at halftime of Monday’s game.

In addition, he is pictured on the cover of the game program, his face will be on the coin used for the pregame coin flip, and the Packers Pro Shop is selling a special commemorative pin in Murphy’s honor.

FOX 11 spoke with fans who are sad to see Murphy go. He has been President/CEO since 2008.

“We’ve been the most successful organization in the NFL in the smallest city with Mark’s leadership. Yeah, we haven’t won as many Super Bowls as we wanted, but man, the Packer family keeps growing,” said Steve Tate, from DeForest.

Jon Hufford, of Indianapolis, added: “It’s a shame Mark has to step down because he’s guided us through a lot. He’s had some good drafts, he’s splashed out in free agency a few times for us since (General Manager Brian Gutekunst) came. Having to step down after 13 years is a job well done, but also a little scary for the next one.”

Ed Policy, the team’s chief operating officer and general counsel, will succeed Murphy.

The Packers made 12 playoff trips during Murphy’s tenure as president/CEO. He has spearheaded stadium additions and renovations to enhance the fan experience at Lambeau, in addition to helping create the Titletown campus. Murphy has also worked to increase the number of outside events using Lambeau Field, including concerts, college football, football games and the 2025 NFL Draft.