Talk:Todd Packer/@comment-206.64.224.128-20110408190841

So the end of the “Todd Packer” episode means that Packer (aka David Koechner) is off the series for good and will not replace Michael? NOT

Maybe it would be a nice episode to give closure to “”Michael’s best friend” – but think about the business side. David Koechner (who is comparable in stature to Steve Carrel before The Office) was off the show for years – all of a sudden he starts making cameos and has an episode based on his character – who some may have forgotten – only to be written off. I think not. I’m guessing that David Koechner has a bigger contract for the show -- so he can be used for cameos. No real big name Hollywood actor (e.g., Will Ferrel) takes the job and filling the position form within means that the show loses Michael Scott with no talent to replace him – bad idea. My betting is on PacMan.