In 2006 , Packers GM Ted Thompson hired Mike McCarthy , who had been the offensive coordinator of a 4 - 12 49ers team ranked dead last in total offense .
Who had never held a head - coaching position .
In 2006 , Packers GM Ted Thompson hired Mike McCarthy , who had been the offensive coordinator of a 4 - 12 49ers team ranked dead last in total offense , and who had never held a head - coaching position .