Packers wide receiver uses anti-Asian slur during press conference, issues apology: 'I'm forever sorry!'
Devin Funchess is entering his first season with Green Bay
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Green Bay Packers wideout Devin Funchess apologized on Sunday after using an anti-Asian slur during a news conference with reporters.
During the presser, the former Michigan product sad that he could see reporters were smiling even with their masks on because their eyes were "ch--ky."
Funchess addressed the matter on Twitter hours after he reportedly used the slur.
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"I want to apologize for the disparaging remark I used tonight," Funchess wrote. "It was not ok. I have grown to develop deep personal and business relationships in the Asian community! I meant no harm, and those that know me, know I have love and respect for all cultures and people.
"I will learn from this and will continue to grow as a person. I’m forever sorry!"
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Funchess, who was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the second round of the 2015 NFL Draft, is entering his first season with Green Bay. Last offseason, he signed a one-year, $2.5 contract with the Packers, but he chose not to play last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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If healthy, Funchess could serve as a great complementary piece to fellow wideout Davante Adams, and a solid option for Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.