Dorsey and Chiefs head coach Andy Reid worked together for the Packers, where Reid served as the tight ends/assistant offensive line coach (1992-96) prior to working with their quarterbacks (1997-98)
“I’m happy to be back working with John again,” Reid said. “I’ve known John for a long time, and I have a lot of respect for him. He is a talented individual with a strong work ethic. He will be a great addition to the Chiefs organization.”
Want to understand just how good of a hire this is for the Chiefs. Here are 10 players drafted by the Packers during Dorsey’s role as director of college scouting in Green Bay.
James Starks-RB (2010, 6th Round-193rd pick) B.J. Raji-NT (2009, 1st Round-9th pick) Clay Matthews-LB (2009, 1st Round-26th pick) Jordy Nelson-WR (2008, 2nd Round-36th pick) Jermichael Finley-TE (2008, 3rd Round-91st pick) Matt Flynn-QB (2008, 7th Round-209th pick) James Jones-WR (2007, 3rd Round-78th pick) A.J. Hawk-OLB (2006, 1st Round-5th pick) Greg Jennings-WR (2006, 2nd Round-52nd pick) Aaron Rodgers-QB (2005, 1st Roud-24th pick and SB XLV/NFL MVP in 2011)
AUDIO: Dorsey has witnessed the value of Coach & GM working together :26
AUDIO: Dorsey wants to be a consistent winner :23
AUDIO: Dorsey on the philosophy of taking the best available player :21