John Brockington of the 1972 Packers
From the 1972 Packers win over Dallas. He rushed for 91 yards and a touchdown. He finished that season with 1027 yards, 8 touchdowns and a Pro Bowl appearence.
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Don Hutson
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James Lofton
An accomplished Long-Jumper on the Stanford Track and Field team, he was taken by the Green Bay Packers in the 1st round of the 1978 draft. He ended up playing 9 seasons with the Packers being named to the 1978 All-Rookie Team as well as 7 Pro Bowls. He left Green Bay in 1986 he was the Packers All Time Leading receiver in career yards with 9656.
Paul Hornung makes catch against the Colts Jerry Logan & Jim Welch in the 1965 NFL Playoffs
Despite being caught between Colt defenders Jerry Logan and Jim Welch, Packer running back Paul Hornung holds on to the ball here in the 1965 Playoff game between Green bay and Baltimore. Hornung scored Green Bay's only touchdown in the 13-10 Packer win.
Ray Nitschke and Willie Davis Tackle a Cowboy Runner
A Cowboys runner is mugged by the Green Bay Packers defense with Ray Nitschke and Willie Davis leading the charge. Word is the unfortunate Cowboy is Don Perkins.
Jim Taylor bursts through George Tarasovic, Fred Williamson and John Reger of the 1960 Steelers
Packers fullback Jim Taylor seems to almost make his own hole as he bursts through the Pittsburgh Steelers defense in 1960. The Steelers defenders shown here are Fred Williamson (#46), George Tarasovic (#82) and John Reger (#50).Packers QB Bart Starr (#15) watches from behind.
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
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Bart Starr 1992 Topps Stadium Club Football Legends Card
Honored in the 1992 Topps Stadium Legends Set. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1977. 16 years in the NFL, 5 NFL Championships.
Ray Nitschke Green Bay Packers Linebacker
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Herb Adderley stops Vikings Receiver Paul Flatley
Packers Hall of Famer Herb Adderley takes hold of Minnesota Vikings receiver Paul Flately. This image is probably from 1963 when Flately was a NFL Rookie of the Year and Adderley was named to the Pro Bowl and All Pro teams.
Ted Fritsch carries against Bulldog Turner and the Bears in 1946
Packers fullback Ted Fritsch (#64) carries outside against Bears Hall of Famer Bulldog Turner (#66) here in early Bears-Packers action in 1946.
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Packer Greats Bart Starr and Jim Taylor in 1965
A couple of Green Bay Packer Legends - Quarterback Bart Starr (#15) and fullback Jimmy Taylor (#31)
Jim Taylor, Packers Fullback
Not sure who the defender is, but he's going to have to hold on a lot better than that to bring down Packers great Jim Taylor. Taylor is still the #2 All-Time Leading Rusher for the Packers with 8207 yards. Photo credit goes to the sports photographer legend Rob Riger.
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Boyd Dowler Touchdown Catch vs Cowboys Mel Renfro & Cornell Green in the 1966 NFL Playoffs
Boyd Dowler comes down with a 16-yard strike against the Cowboys Mel Renfro (#20) & Cornell Green (#34) during the 1966 NFL Championship. The score put the Pack up 28-20 in the 3rd quarter as Green Bay would go on to win 34-27.
Willie Davis Last Career Sack is on Charley Johnson in 1969
The great defensive end of the Packers, willie Davis gets the last sack of his 12-year career against the Cardinals Charley Johnson during the last game of the 1969 NFL season. and while he played in a time when sacks weren't kept as an official stat, it's been determined he racked up 99½ sacks during his playing time.
Jim Taylor Fumbles as Doug Atkins & Rosey Taylor Move In
As a Bear defender lays a ferocious hit on the Packers Jim Taylor, the ball hits the ground as Doug Atkins (#81) and Grambling product Rosey Taylor (#24) get set to pounce on it.
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Phil Villapiano, Raiders Macarthur Lane, Packers -1972
In 1972, MacArthur Lane, after four seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals, teamed up with John Brockington in Green Bay helping power the Packers to the NFL’s seventh-ranked rushing offense. Here, Lane falls into the clutches of Raiders linebacker Phil Villapiano.
Bart Starr, Paul Hornung and Fuzzy Thurston of the Green Bay Packers
Three Green Bay Greats from the Glory Years of Packers - quarterback Bart Starr, running back Paul Hornung and guard Fuzzy Thurston. Altogether they have 373 regular Season Games and 25 Post Season Games over a period of 8 seasons (1958-1962,1964-1966). Starr and Hornung are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame while Thurston is in the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame.
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Bart Starr, Packers and Merlin Olsen, Rams - 1964 NFL
Someone is getting the best of Merlin Olsen as he gets sealed off while Packer Bart Starr slips around. The Packer behind Starr looks like Bob Skoronski.
Ray Nitschke
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
Bart Starr, Green Bay Packers Championship Quarterback
Bart Starr of the Green Bay Packers. Quarterbacked the Pack to 5 NFL Titles during the 1960s decade.
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Rosey Grier Whacks Bart Starr
Packers Hall of Fame QB Bart Starr gets a well placed whack across his nose from Ram defender Rosey Grier.
Bob Lilly of the Cowboys and Bart Starr of the Packers
Bart Starr (#15) doesn't seem to have many options at hand as Cowboys great Bob Lilly (#74) comes down on him.
Jim Taylor carries against Tom Scott and the NY York Giants defense in 1962
Packers fullback Jim Taylor carries against the New York Giants in the 1962 NFL Championship. The Packers would win in the end 16-7.In his book "On Football" Vince Lombardi made the comment that it was "one of the most bitterly fought games I've eve seen". Giant #82 is linebacker Tom Scott.
Packer MacArthur Lane fumbles against the Washington Redskins Defense in 1972
Packer MacArthur Lane coughs up the ball against the Washington Redskins Defense in 1972. Redskin defenders pictured here are veterans Brig Owens (#23), former Bear Rosey Taylor (#22) and Mike Bass (#41)
Brett Favre with Coach Mike Sherman
The Golden Boy Paul Hornung
Green Bay Packer's legend Paul Hornung.
MacArthur Lane
A first-round draft pick from Utah State of the St. Louis Cardinals in 1968, Lane played 11 seasons in the NFL for the Cardinals, Packers and Chiefs. He rushed for 4656 yards and 30 touchdowns.
The Colts Bubba Smith against the Packers Forrest Gregg & Bob Hyland
Big Bubba Smith (#78) of the Colts avoids the block of Packers great Forrest Gregg (#75) and gets ready to take on center Bob Hyland (#50). We think the Packer in the background is fullback Jim Grabowski.
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Ted Fritsch in a Green Bay Packers Newspaper Clipping
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Ray Nitschke gets to Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel
Bart Starr under pressure from Cowboy Willie Townes
Bart Starr is gets a little heat from the Cowboys Willie Townes of Tulsa.
Bart Starr escapes Art Donovan and Ordell Brasse of the Colts
A young Bart Starr escapes from the Colts Ordell Brasse (#81) and Art Donovan here in late 1950s NFL action. It was about this time Starr was starting to be recognized for his leadership talents. A story goes that he once told Max McGee to "Hush Up" in the huddle after the popular end demanded to thrown the ball more. The Packers then had to use a time out to prevent a Delay of Game Penalty from the laughter.
Jim Taylor and Packers Offense vs Sam Huff and the Giants Defense with 1963 NFL Predictions
Jim Taylor powers through the Giants defense here - most likely in 1962 when they won the NFL Title. This picture comes from a sports publication previewing the upcoming 1963 NFL season and the insert is the predicted finish for the teams. They didn't quite get it right. It would be the Giants repeating as Eastern Conference Champs and the Bears edging out Packers in the West and eventually winning the NFL Title for 1963.
Giants shown here are Andy Robustelli (#81), Dick Modzelewski (#77) and Sam Huff (#70). The Packers, Fuzzy Thurston (#63), Jim Ringo (#51), Norm Masters (#78) and Jim Taylor (#31).
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NFL Defender Herb Adderley
Hall of Fame defensive back for the Green Packers from 1961 to 1969. Played in the First 2 Super Bowls - both victories by the Packers.
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Willie Davis beats Jim Otto and Dumps Daryle Lamonica
Ray Nitschke stops Les Josephson
Packers linebacker Ray Nitschke, with the help of Bob Jeter, stops Ram runner Les Josephson. The other Rams here are receiver Bernie Casey (#25) and guard Tom Mack (#65.
Don Meredith behind Ralph Neely, with Willie Davis of the Packers in the 1967 NFL Ice Bowl
From the 1967 NFL Championship - the Ice Bowl. Cowboys quarterback Don Meredith gets moving as the Packers Willie Davis comes in. Cowboy #73 is All Pro Lineman Ralph Neely.
Willie Wood Green Bay Packers Defensive Back
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Bart Starr in Super Bowl I
The Packers Field General in Super Bowl I. Named MVP of that first iconic game. Completed 16 of 23 passes (69.5%) for 250 yards and 2 touchdowns in Green Bay's victory over Kansas City.
Ray Nitschke battles Ted Karras in a 1964 Packers & Bears clash
Mid 1960s NFL - The Packers and Bears in 1964 as Ted Karras takes on Ray Nitshke and Joe Marconi (#34) has little room to squeeze through. The Bear leading Marconi may be Herman Lee and the Packer in the back looks like linebacker Dan Currie.
Under Rated Offensive Lineman Ken Bowman
One of the under-rated offensive lineman of his day. Packers center Ken Bowman
Ray Nitschke closes in on Norm Bulaich, 1970 NFL
Colt's runner Norm Bulaich is about to gets a up close encounter with Packers veteran linebacker Ray Nitschke.
Herb Adderley blocks a Fred Cox kick in 1963
Vikings - Packers in 1963, Packers up 30-28. Herb Adderley (#26) blocked a crucial 4th quarter Viking field goal attempt that was returned for an 80-yard touchdown to nail down a 37-28 Packer win. Minnesota kicker Fred Cox is #14 and the holder, #10 is Fran Tarkenton.
Joe Schmidt of the Detroit Lions Sacks Bart Starr of the Green Bay Packers in 1962
From the 1962 Thanksgiving Day win over the Pack - the Lions Legendary Linebacker brings down Bart Starr.
Pat Fischer of the Cardinals defense stops Jim Taylor of the Packers in 1963
Pat Fischer (#37) and with the help of few other Cardinals, stop Packers great Jim Taylor (#31) during a 1963. Taylor scored 2 touchdowns in the 30-7 Packers win. We think the Packer behind Taylor is #76 - Bob Skoronski.
John Brockington Green Bay Packers against Cincinnati Bengals
The former Ohio State runner picks up yardage against the Cincinnati Bengals defense.
Paul Hornung, the Golden Boy of the Green Bay Packers
The Packers Paul Hornung in Exhibition play in 1964 shortly after his suspension from the NFL.
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Bart Starr of the Packers and Sam Huff the Giants
Twice in 1961 and 1962 the Packers and Giants met in the NFL Title game and both times the outcome were Packer victories. Here he matches the determination of Giants Hall of Fame middle Linebacker Sam Huff.
Paul Hornung
2-time Pro Bowler, 2-time All Pro, 1961 NFL Man of the Year, played on 4 Championship Teams. Hall of Fame inductee in 1986.
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Doug Atkins & Dick Evey Sack Bart Starr
Bears defensive ends Doug Atkins (#81) & Dick Evey (#79) converge on Packers quarterback Bart Starr (#15).
Paul Hornung Scores Against the 49ers in 1960
As the Packer offensive line takes out the 49er defenders Paul Hornung takes a handoff from quarterback Lamar McHan and dive over for a Green Bay score.
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Willie Davis tackles a Falcon
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Macarthur Lane Green Bay Packers
MacArthur Lane, a former 1st-Round Draft pick of the St. Louis Cardinals, joined the Green Bay Packers in 1972 after 4 seasons with Cardinals. He enjoyed a his best season as a Packer with 821 yards and 3 touchdowns on the ground as well as 26 catches and another 285 yards. By the time he left Green Bay in 1974 he had a total of 1711 yards and 7 touchdowns.
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Putting the pressure on Fran Tarkenton
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Brett Favre reacts to his 2-point conversion in the third quarter of Super Bowl 31
Lions Rookie Gail Cogdill vs the Packers in 1960
The 1960 Offensive Rookie of the Year Gail Cogdill makes a catch against John Symank (#27) and 2 other Packers. Cogdill would go on to play a total of 11 seasons in the NFL.
Packers Brett Favre, Marco Rivera and Mike Flanigan
Packers QB Brett Favre drops back to pass behind Marco Rivera and Mike Flanigan
Herb Adderly picks off a pass against Clifton McNeil of the 49ers
Packers Hall of Famer Herb Adderley (#26) goes high to intercept a pass against 49ers receiver Clifton McNeil (#85). Linebacker Lee Roy Caffey (#60) is defending also.
Fred Carr Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers Linebacker Fred Carr was 1st Round draft from Texas-El Paso in 1968. A 5-time All-Pro, Carr played 10 years for the Pack.
Steve Stonebreaker of the Colts goes in low on Paul Hornung & Jerry Kramer of the Packers
Some Old School Packers/Colts. Colts linebacker Steve Sonebreaker goes in low against Jerry Kramer to get to Paul Hornung.
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Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
Brett Favre calls signals against Redskins
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The Packers Willie Davis Forces Milt Plum Out of the Pocket
Packers Hall of Famer Willie Davis (#87) gives chase as Lions quarterback Milt Plum (#16) scrambles.
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Bart Starr in a 1962 Media Picture
Bart Starr photographed in the 1962 edition of Pro Football Stars previewing the upcoming NFL season. The Packers would post a 13-1 record and with a 16-7 victory over the New York Giants in the NFL Title game, repeat as NFL Champs. Starr would finish the year as one of the league's top passers topping all quarterbacks in completion percentage completing 62.5% of his passes while only having a 3.19% interception percentage. 1962 would also be his 3rd consecutive Pro Bowl appearance.
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John Brockington, 1144 Yards Rushing in 1973
In 1973 the Packers John Brockington had his third straight 1,000-yard rushing season - 1144 yards on 265 carries.
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Doug Atkins Rushing Bart Starr in 1968
Packers veteran offensive lineman Bob Skoronski (#76) has his hands full as he tries to keep the mammoth Doug Atkins (#81) away from quarterback Bart Starr (#15). picture taken from the 1968 showdown between the Saints and Packers. Despite 5 sacks by the Saints defense, the Packers won 27-7.
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Green Bay Running Back Jim Grabowski
Joe Schmidt and Dick LeBeau stop Jim Taylor in the early 1960s NFL
Green Bay runner Jim Taylor finds the going tough against Joe Schmidt, Wayne Walker, Dick LeBeau and the rest of the Detroit defense here in this early 1960s contest between the Packers and Lions.
Ken Bowman Packers Offensive Lineman in a 1972
Packers lineman Ken Bowman is helped off the field by a trainer during the 23-10 victory over the Oilers in 1972.
Packers Defensive Lineman Reggie White
In 6 seasons with the Packers he tallied 68 sacks in 95 games. Here he brings down Trent Dilfer of the Buccaneers.
Lynn Dickey
A 13-year NFL veteran, Lynn Dickey was a 3rd-round draft pick in 1971 by the Houston Oilers. He joined the Green Bay Packers in 1976 and stayed 9 seasons with them. In 1983 he led the NFL in passing yards with 4458 and touchdowns with 32.
Jerry Kramer in a Classic Green Bay Packers Photo
Packers Hall of Fame Guard Jerry Kramer was called the "Best Guard in Football" by Packers Head Coach Vince Lombardi.
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Boyd Dowler TD Catch against the Cowboys in the 1967 NFL Championship Game
The Packers go up 14-0 as Boyd Dowler beats Mel Renfro for his second touchdown catch of the 1967 NFL Championship.
Joe Schmidt return against Green Bay in the 1950s
Mid 1950s NFL - Detroit Lions Hall of Fame linebacker Joe Schmidt has the ball as he returns it against the Lions. #21, Carl Karilivacz tries to get a block on [we think] Packer guard Joe Skibinski.
Boyd Dowler Makes a Catch Against Wayne Rasmussen of the Lions
Packers receiver Boyd Dowler gets between the ball and Lions defender Walt Rasmussen. Dowler left Green Bay in 1969 with 448 catches - That was second only to the great Don Hutson in the Packer record books at the time.
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Fred Thurston 1963 Green Bay Packers Topps NFL Football Trading Card #90
Fuzzy Thurston on his 1963 Topps card.
Boyd Dowler 1968 Green Bay Packers Topps NFL Football Trading Card #108
Packers Receiver Boyd Dowler and his 1968 Topps card. His 10th year in the league, he led the Pack with 45 catches while his 668 receiving yards was #2.
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Ray Nitschke
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
Paul Hornung runs through Colts defense of Gene Lipscomb, Ordell Braase and Gino Marchetti
1960s NFL - Colts and Packers. Paul Hornung (#5) rips through Colt defenders Gene Lipscomb (#76), Ordell Braase (#81) and Gino Marchetti (#89)
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Hall of Famer Willie Davis makes an open field tackle in Super Bowl I.
Ken Bowman on his 1972 Green Bay Packers Topps Football Card #58
In 1972, his 9th season, he started 13 games for the Packers
Donny Anderson of the Packers and Bob Lilly of the Cowboys in the 1967 NFL Championship
A frozen Lambeau Field presented challenges for both the Packers and the Cowboys offenses during the 1967 NFL Championship game. Donny Anderson was the Packers leading runner with just 35 yards on 18 carries. Here he manages a few yards with Cowboys Hall of Famer Bob Lilly close by.
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Brett Favre Signals Touchdown
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Brett Favre, Quarterback 1991-2010
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Paul Hornung makes a Statement about his Offensive Line in 1961
Packers great Paul Hornung shows a little appreciation for his Offensive Line in a 1962 Sports Mag article. That's Giants Hall of Famer Andy Robustelli in the foreground.
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Babe Parilli, Green Bay Packers Quarterback 1952-53, 1957-58
Brett Favre with Packers O-Line
Bart Starr - Green Bay Packers Timeless Icon
Born in Montgomery, Alabama in 1934, passed away in 2019. The face of mighty Green Bay Packers of the 60s decade. Often referred to as Vince Lombardi's Field General he led the Packers to 5 NFL Titles including 2 Super Bowl victories.
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Jim Brown and Willie Davis, Early 1960's NFL
Some early 1960s NFL action between Green Bay and Cleveland - Jim Brown carries into line as Willie Davis plays off a block to meet him.
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Fred Carr Packers - Charlie Sanders Lions
Linebacker Fred Carr of the Green Bay Packers and Hall of Fame Tight End Charlie Sanders of the Detroit Lions find themselves in the mud during a rainy messy game.
Jim Taylor, Packers and Sherrill Headrick, Chiefs - Super Bowl I
Packers Jim Taylor and Chiefs Sherrill Headrick come face-to-face in Super Bowl I. The Packers were crowned World Champions this day with a 35-10 win. The Packer blockers are Jerry Kramer and Bob Skoronski while Chief #85 is Chuck Hurston.
Bart Starr, Donny Anderson and Jerry Kramer of the Packers with Merlin Olsen of the Rams
Some Old School 1960s era action. Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen of the Rams takes on another Hall of Famer in Packers guard Jerry Kramer as legend Bart Starr turns to hand off to Donny Anderson.
Bart Starr passing against Bill George and Earl Leggett of the Bears
Classic Packers-Bears clash in the early 1960s. As linebacker Bill George (#61) gazes intently at Bart Starr (#15) watching for some indication of the developing plays direction, Bears lineman Earl Leggett (#61) makes advances despite the objections of Packers guard Fuzzy Thurston (#63). Fullback Jimmy Taylor (#31) gets ready to assist.
Paul Hornung
2-time Pro Bowler, 2-time All Pro, 1961 NFL Man of the Year, played on 4 Championship Teams. Hall of Fame inductee in 1986.
Green Bay Center Ken Bowman
1971 John Brockington against New Orleans Saints
The rookie carries against the New Orleans Saints defense in the 1971 game against the Saints at Milwaukee County Stadium. He rushed for 68 yards that day against a very stingy New Orleans defense.
After finishing his first season in the NFL with 1105 yards (best in the NFC and second in the NFL after Floyd Little of Denver) Brockington was named Offensive Rookie of the Year and was named to the 1971 All-Pro Team.
Jim Taylor & Max McGee against Jim Katcavage and the NY Giants defense
Jim Taylor (#31) of the Green Bay Packers carries the ball during a circa 1960s game against the New York Giants. Packer #85 is tight end Max McGee and Giant #75 is Hall of Famer Jim Katcavage - photo credit Jim Riger
Carroll Dale, Green Bay Packers 1965-1972
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Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
Packers Fullback Ted Fritsch
Photo of Packers fullback Ted Fritsch from the late 1940s.
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Packers Quarterback Lynn Dickey in 1977
Green Bay quarterback Lynn Dickey in 1977 - suffered a devastating leg injury in week 9. Still passed for 1346 yards and 5 touchdowns.
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YA Tittle scores vs Green Bay in 1956
49ers QB YA Tittle scores on a 1-yard plunge against the Green Bay Packers in 1956. The 49ers won 17-16. #72 for the Packers is defensive lineman Jerry Helluin.
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MacArthur Lane
A first-round draft pick from Utah State of the St. Louis Cardinals in 1968, Lane played 11 seasons in the NFL for the Cardinals, Packers and Chiefs. He rushed for 4656 yards and 30 touchdowns.
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Tony Guillory blocks a Donny Anderson Punt, 1967 Rams & Packers
Rams defenders Jack Pardee (#32) & Deacon Jones (#75) pour through as reserve linebacker Tony Guillory (#88) blocks a Donny Anderson (#44) punt in week 13 of the 1967 NFL season.
The block helped set-up a 5-yard Roman Gabriel-to-Bernie Casey go-ahead touchdown as the Rams downed the Pack 27-24. The win kept a 7-game winning streak alive that would turn into a 1967 Coastal Division Title for Los Angeles.
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Brett Favre under pressure from Bears Defense
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
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Willie Davis harrasses Browns Quarterback Bill Nelsen
Willie Davis (#87) beats the Brown's O-Line to enough to get a hand on Browns quarterback Bill Nelsen (#16) and effect the play. In 1968 Davis unofficially led the Packers with 9 sacks.
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Roman Gabriel hit by Ron Kostelnik
Rams QB Roman Gabriel hangs tough against the Packers and gets the pass off but not before he's belted by defensive tackle Ron Kostelnik. Also shown are Rams tackle Joe Scibelli (#71) and Packers defensive lineman (#74).
John Brockington and Bill Hayhoe, Green Bay Packers
John Brockington still ranks #4 on the Packers All Time Rushing list with 5024 yards. That's 6 foot 8 Bill Hayhoe from USC behind him in the picture.
John Brockington runs behind Gale Gillingham 1972 Green Bay Packers Offense
Behind the blocking of Gale Gillingham, Packer's great John Brockington takes the handoff against the Lions. In 1972 Brockington had his second 1000-yard rushing season when he picked up 1027byards and 8 touchdowns. That #74 looks like longtime veteran Larry Hand who played 13 seasons in the NFL - all in Detroit.
Bart Starr Passing Against the Giants in the 1962 NFL Championship
A classic NFL photo of Bart Starr in the 1962 NFL Championship dropping back behind an effective Packers Offensive Line blocking against the Giants’ defense. The Packers won 16-7.
Players shown here are - Packers offense Bart Starr, Jim Taylor, Forrest Gregg, Jerry Kramer, Jim Ringo and Bob Skoronski (Fuzzy Thurston is probably in there too). The Giants front 4, Jim Katcavage, Dick Modzelewski, Rosey Grier and Andy Robustelli.
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Brett Favre in passing pocket
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Bart Starr and the Packer Offense vs the Dallas Cowboys in 1967
Boyd Dowler, Packers injury hit from Mike Gaechter in the 1966 NFL Championship
Packers receiver Boyd Dowler scores during the 3rd quarter of the Jan 1, 1967 NFL Championship game against Dallas. He suffered an injury during this play after a late hit from Dallas safety Mike Gaechter (#27).
Brett Favre under 49ers Rush
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
Bart Starr's 1-yard TD plunge in the Ice Bowl vs the Cowboys during the 1967 NFL Playoffs
Bart Starr scores the game winning TD on a 1-yard plunge with 16 seconds left to give the Packers a 21-17 win in the NFL Championship of 1967. Dubbed the "Ice Bowl" due to a -15 degree tempature saw the Packers take their second straight NFL title with a trip to the Super Bowl II.
Jim Taylor on a 1964 Exhibition Game Program Played at Tulane Stadium
In the early 1960s there was a determined effort to bring Professional Football to the city of New Orleans. To test the market the NFL had established teams play exhibition games to gauge interest. Here is a game program for a 1964 contest at Tulane Stadium between the Packers and Cardinals with LSU star Jim Taylor on the cover.
Bart Starr Hands off to Packers Runner Paul Hornung
Taking a handoff from quarterback Bart Starr (#15), Green Bay Packers runner Paul Hornung (#5) heads to the right side of the line of scrimmage. Lineman Bob Skoronski (#76), Fuzzy Thurston (#63), Jerry Kramer (#64) pull out to lead the way.
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Henry Jordan stops Mike Garett, Super Bowl I
Packers Hall of Famer Henry Jordan puts the stop to Chiefs runner Mike Garrett in Super Bowl I. Chiefs Jim Tyrer, #77 can be seen in the back as well as Ed Budde, and Packers #71, Linebacker Lee Roy Caffey #60 & Bob Jeter, #21 are also present.
The Cowboys Chuck Howley catches up to Elijah Pitts of the Packers
Cowboys linebacker Chuck Howley catches up the Packer speedster Elijah Pitts in this 1960s NFL action. Finally, after being eligible for 45 years, Howley was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2023. Cowboy #27 is most probably reserve defensive back Mike Gaechter.
Willie Wood gives elbow to Jerry Hill of the Colts
Colts fullback Jerry Hill gets a little extra elbow work from Packers Hall of Famer Willie Wood. Packer #73 may be John McDonald.
Bart Starr, Paul Hornung Fuzzy Thurston Other Packers - 1961 Game Program
A page from a 1961 NFL Game Program featuring some of the stars of the Green Bay Packers.
The Lions "Night Train" Lane Stops the Packers Paul Hornung
Paul Hornung (#5) of the Green Bay Packers is stopped by Detroit Lion Dick "Night Train" Lane.
Jim Taylor and the Taylor Slant
Packers fullback Jim Taylor along with the diagram of a off-tackle slant play. Taken from a the 1962 sports magazine, Charley Connerly's All Pro Football.
Brett Favre, William Henderson and Frank Winters
William Henderson (#30), Brett Favre (#4) and Frank Winters (#52) of the Green Bay Packers - late 2000s.
Don Hutson, Packers Receiver
Carroll Dale Scores against Cornell Green - 1967 Packers Cowboys NFL Title Game
The Packers go ahead in the 1966 NFL Title game (played January 1, 1967) as Carroll Dale takes Bart Starr's pass and goes 51 yards to put Green Bay ahead in the 2nd quarter. Green Bay would better Dallas this day to claim their 4th of 5 NFL Titles of the 1960s decade.
Bart Starr
Considered by Vince Lombardi as the "smartest quarterback he'd ever seen" Starr called his own plays and directed the Packers to 96 regular season victories and 9 out of 10 post season wins.
Paul Hornung, Packers and Dick Modzelewski & Bill Winter, Giants in 1962
Paul Hornung runs past Giants Dick Modzelewski (#77) & rookie Bill Winter (#31) of St. Olaf College in 1962. Hornung was the Packers #2 scorer that year with 74 points - 7 touchdowns, 14 xtra points and 6 field goals.
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NFL Linebacker Ray Nitschke
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972 and was a menace to opposing offenses.
Packer Boyd Dowler makes a catch vs the Colts Jerry Logan
The Packers leading receiver of 1965 - Boyd Dowler makes a catch against Jerry Logan of the Colts. Dowler had 44 catches for 610 yards, 13.9 YPC and 4 TDs.
John Brockington leads Macarthur Lane against Detroit in 1972
In 1972 MacArthur Lane joined the Packers and together with John Brockington, had the second-best rushing attack in the NFC. Here Brockington gets a good block on Paul Naumoff of the Lions to give Lane some running room. Scott Hunter is #16.
Larry Csonka vs Doug Hart and Green Bay Packers 1971
Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka blasts through the line against the Green Bay Packers, 1971 maybe and that looks like it could be Doug Hart in the back.
Lynn Dickey
Stan Jones Rushing Packers QB John Roach
Clash of two Hall of Famers from the early 60s. Stan Jones (#78) works around the block of Jerry Kramer (#64) in an effort to get to Packers quarterback John Roach (#10). Photo credit Getty Images)
James Lofton
Bart Starr scores in the 1967 NFL Ice Bowl
After a 68-yard drive with a -13 degree temperature Packer QB Bart Starr dives over the right side of the line to put the Pack ahead of Dallas in the 1967 NFL Championship game. How many of these NFL legends can you name?
Boyd Dowler
Bart Starr Green Bay Packers Quarterback
The 1966 NFL MVP as well as MVP of Super Bowls I and II. Selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decade Team of the 1960s.
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Fran Tarkenton in the grasp of Lionel Aldridge
Viking quarterback Fran Tarkenton tries to escape the grasp of (we think) Packer rookie Lionel Aldridge sometime around 1963.
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Ted Fritsch with Curly Lambeau after the 1944 NFL Championship
Ted Fritsch scored 2 touchdowns in the 1944 NFL Championship as the Packers beat the New York Giants 14-7. Here Green Bay Head coach Curly Lambeau presents him with the game ball.
Bart Starr
4 Pro Bowls and 1 1st-Team All-Pro season he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977.
Thanks to the Rob Riger Living Trust for permission to use this photo.
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Ray Nitschke
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
MacArthur Lane
A first-round draft pick from Utah State of the St. Louis Cardinals in 1968, Lane played 11 seasons in the NFL for the Cardinals, Packers and Chiefs. He rushed for 4656 yards and 30 touchdowns.
Bart Starr is surrounded by Lions Roger Brown, Alex Karras and Darris Mccord in 1962
Forrest Gregg can only look on hopelessly as his quarterback Bart Starr is surrounded by a pack of Lions. Alex Karras, Roger Brown and Darris McCord close in on Starr during the "Thanksgiving Day Massacre" of 1962 when the Lions handed the Packers their sole defeat of the season - a 26-14 on Thanksgiving Day. The Lions sacked Starr 8 times. Roger is reported as saying "I guess I got to know Bart pretty well out there today" after the game.
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Green Bay Running Back Paul Hornung
Led the NFL in scoring 3 straight season (1959,1960 & 1961). Set a league record 176 points scored in 1960. League MVP 1960 and 1961.
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
Boyd Dowler catches a pass against Charlie Stukes of the Colts
Packers receiver Boyd Dowler (#86) makes a catch against the Colts Charlie Stukes (#47).
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Celebrated Defensive Back/Kick Returner Darrein Gordon
A Drawing of Jim Taylor by Artist Robert Riger
A sketch of the Packer great done by renowned sports artist of the 1960s Robert Riger. Thanks to the Robert Riger Living Trust for this image.
Ken Bowman 1973 Green Bay Packers Topps Football Card #446
His 10th and final season as a Packer - 123 regular season games plus 6 post season.
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Donny Anderson hit by Dick Butkus
Packers halfback Donny Anderson carries the ball as Bears legend Dick Butkus wraps him up.
Jerry Kramer, Packers Hall of Fame Guard
The Packers Hall of Fame guard Jerry Kramer pulling out to lead block.
Alex Karras rushing Bart Starr - early 1960s NFL
A great pic from the early 1960s - Bart Starr launches the pass just moments before the impending collision with Lions Hall of Famer Alex Karras.
Bart Starr Super Bowl II MVP
Named the MVP of Super Bowl II after the 33-14 win over Oakland. His numbers may not have been overly impressive by today's standards but his leadership was what was on display in Green Bay's fifth NFL Title of the 1960s.
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Willie Davis & Ron Kostelnik sack Daryle Lamonica in Super Bowl II
Packers dominate the Raiders in Super Bowl II. Willie Davis crashes through to smother Oakland quarterback Daryle Lamonica. Davis had 3 sacks in Green Bay's win. Also seen are Packer's defensive lineman Ron Kostelnik (#77) and Raiders guard Wayne Hawkins (#65).
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
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Green Bay Running Back Jim Grabowski
Henry Jordan, Green Bay Packers Defensive Tackle
Brett Favre behind Mike Flanigan
Packer QB Brett Favre points out assignments before a play while line dup behind center Mike Flanigan.
Fuzzy Thurston Smoking a Cigar in the Locker Room
Ray Nitschke upends Hewritt Dixon in Super Bowl II
From The Packers Super Bowl II win the 1968. Ray Nitschke puts the hit on Raiders runner Hewritt Dixon. Willie Wood is Packer #24.
Len Dawson behind Jim Tyrer & Ed Budde with Lee Roy Caffey & Henry Jordan of the Packers in Super Bowl 1
Chiefs QB Len Dawson gets good protection behind the likes of Ed Budde & Jim Tyer in Super Bowl I. The story behind this picture is this is the play where Dawson hit running back Curtis McClinton for the Chiefs lone touchdown of the game.
The Packers shown here are #60 - linebacker Lee Roy Caffey and defensive tackle Henry Jordan (#74).
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Jim Taylor
Dick Butkus is about to hit Packers QB Don Horn
While Packers quarterback Don Horn manages to get the pass away, on-coming Bear linebacker Dick Butkus looks like he's wants to give him a great big hug anyway.
John Brockington, the 1971 Rookie of the Year
The NFL's Rookie of the Year for 1971 - Green Bay's John Brockington
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Ray Nitschke of the Packers against Joe Scibelli & Willie Ellison of the Rams in 1968
Ray Nitschke (#66) and the rest of the Packers defense stop Rams runner Willie Ellison (#33) in 1968 Rams-Packers action. Also appearing for Los Angeles are Pro Bowl lineman Joe Scibelli (#71) and running back Henry Dyer (#35).
Paul Hornung Green Bay Packer Runningback
Joe Schmidt brings down Ron Kramer of the Lions
Joe Schmidt, Hall of Fame Linebacker for the Detroit Lions treats Green Bay Packers tight end somewhat rudely here in Packers-Lions action of the 1960s NFL.
Bart Starr, Fuzzy Thurston & Norm Masters of the 1961 Green Bay Packers
NFL Champions in 1961. Here are Packers Quarterback Bart Starr (#15) with offensive lineman Fuzzy Thurston (#63) & Norm Masters (#78).
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John Brockington Green Bay Packers
First Round Draft Pick of Green Bay in 1971 from Ohio State he played 7 seasons in the NFL. His accomplishments include Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1971, All-Pro Team and 3-Time Pro Bowler. He finished his last season with the Kansas City Chiefs in 1977. When he retired after 7 seasons he had 5185 yards and 30 touchdowns.
Zeke Bratkowski Hands off to Elijah Pitts in the 1965 Packers & Colts Playoff Game
From the 1965 NFL Divisional Playoff round - Zeke Bratkowski, subbing for an injured Bart Starr hands off to Packer running back Elijah Pitts (#22) as guard Dan Grimm (#67) pulls out. The game already in overtime - It was this drive that set up Don Chandler's winning field goal to send the Packers to the NFL Championship game against the Cleveland Browns.
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Barty Smith gets around Ted Hendricks
Packer fullback Barty Smith carries against Ted Hendricks and the Oakland Raider defense in this Green Bay-Oakland clash in 1976.
Zeke Bratkowski Green Bay Packers Quarterback
While most of his 12 years in the NFL were spent as a back-up he still started 49 games passed for 10,345 yards, 65 touchdowns and finished his career with a 51.3% completion percentage.
His finest moment came in the 1965 Divisional Championship game against the Baltimore Colts when he came off the bench to replace an injured Bart Starr and lead the Packers to victory. That game he hit 22 of 39 passes for 248 yards, no touchdowns but managed the game winning drive.
After he left football in 1969 he coached with the Packers for 2 seasons and actually returned to football in 1971. When he left the playing field for good in 1972 he spent time coaching until 1996 for many different NFL teams.
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Vince Lombardi and Jerry Kramer Celebrate Super Bowl II Win
Vince Lombardi is lifted up on his Packers shoulders after the win over the Raiders in Super Bowl II. The 60s decade was dominated by the Packers as they won 5 out of 6 NFL Title games during that time.
Packers Running Back John Brockington
Paul Hornung & Gino Marchetti, Early 1960s NFL
Paul Hornung carries against the great Gino Marchetti of the Baltimore Colts. In 1960 Hornung, playing running back and handling the kicking duties, set a new NFL record of 176 points scored - 15 touchdowns, 41 xtra-points and 15 field goals. And that was in a 12-game NFL season.
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Bart Starr
Led the Packers to 3 consecutive NFL Titles.
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Don Hutson
Willie Wood Packers Kick Block
Jim Taylor vs Dick Modzelewski - 1961 Packers/Giants
Packers great gets some positive support from his offensive line as he gets past Giants Dick Modzelewski. In 1961 Taylor had 15 rushing touchdowns - the best in the NFL that year.
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Kermit Alexander defends against Boyd Dowler in 1966
49ers cornerback Kermit Alexander (#39) knocks away a pass intended for Boyd Dowler (#86) in 1966. That year Alexander scored 2 touchdowns - bot against the Bears in the same game. A 44-yard punt return TD and a 14-yard fumble recovered for a score.
Walter Payton breaks outside against the Packers
All Packers linebacker Brian Noble (#91) can do is look on as Walter Payton (#34) breaks outside on Green Bay's defense.
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Jerry Kramer kicks against the Giants
In addition to being an All Pro calibre blocker, Hall of Famer Jerry Kramer, at times handled the kicking duties. In 1962 he scored 65 points, in 1963, 91 and in 1968, 21. With Bart Starr holding. here he kicks against Andy Robustelli (#81) and Tom Scott (#82) of the Giants.
Packers Rookie John Brockington carries against Doug Buffone & George Seals of the Chicago Bears in 1971
The 1971 NFL Rookie of the Year John Brockington powers through the Bears Doug Buffone and George Seals of the Chicago Bears defense. The Packers First Round Pick in 1971 from Ohio State, Brockington was the league's second-best runner with 1105 yards and a 5.1 YPC average. Along with Brockington we see Donny Anderson and Gale Gillingham.
Zeke Brakowski vs the Colts in the 1965 NFL Playoffs
Super Sub back-up QB Zeke Bratkowski came off the bench against the Colts during the 1965 opening round of the NFL playoffs to lead the Packers to a 13-10 overtime win.
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
The Rams Roman Gabriel Under a Heavy Packers Rush
Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel stands tall amidst a heavy Green Bay Packers rush.
Jim Taylor behind Forrest Greg against Pittsburgh - 1963 Classic NFL
Behind Forrest Gregg, Jim Taylor can only manage a short gain this time against the Steelers defense. We think this is from the 1963 33-14 Packers win over Pittsburgh where Taylor rushed for 141 yards and a touchdown.
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Ken Bowman Packers Center
10 Years, 107 Regular Season Starts, 6 Post Season Starts
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Ray Nitschke, Lionel Aldridge and Willie Wood, Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Linebacker Ray Nitschke surveys the field before the snap. Along with Nitschke we see Lionel Aldridge (#82) and Willie Wood (#24).
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Bart Starr is going down under a Roger Brown rush in 1968
Roger of the Rams about to bring down Bart Starr of the Packers - we think this picture is from 1968.
Willie Wood, Packers and Lenny Moore of the Colts
Two Hall of Famers - Willie Wood of the Green Bay Packers and Lenny Moore of the Baltimore Colts.
Brett Favre Throwing
Dick Butkus stares down Frank Patrick of the Packers in 1970
Bears legend Dick Butkus is ready as he stares down Frank Patrick of the Packers in 1970. In 1970 Butkus was named to his 6th straight Pro Bowl and his 3rd straight All Pro Team. In 9 seasons he had a total of 8 Pro Bowls and 5 1st Team All Pro selections.
Daryle Lamonica is brought down by the Green Bay Defense in Super Bowl II
Raiders and Packers in Super Bowl II. Daryle Lamonica gets hit hard as he passes by the Packers defense (Lionel Aldridge maybe?). Packer Henry Jordan #74 is in the middle as Gene Upshaw (#63) and Jim Otto (#00) can be seen as well.
Jerry Kramer, Hall of Fame Packer
Packers Hall of Fame Guard Jerry Kramer pulls out to lead block - probably from the 1965 Championship game against the Browns.
Brett Favre Rushed by Clyde Simmons
Brett Favre, Hall of Fame QB
Bart Starr Hands off to Jim Taylor against Dallas in 1966
Some 1966 NFL action - Dallas and Green Bay. Green Bay Hall of Fame Legend Bart Starr (#15) gets set to hand off to Jim Taylor (#31) as Jerry Kramer (#64) and Forrest Gregg (#75) provide the up-front blocking. Cowboy #71 looks like rookie Willie Townes.
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Ted Hendricks Green Bay Packers Sideline in 1974
He spent 1 single season in Green Bay in 1974 making the All-Pro Team. The Raiders then used 2 first-round picks to get him to Oakland.
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Boyd Dowler
Reggie White Green Bay Packers 1993 to 1998
The Minister of Defense as a Green Bay Packer. Played 6 seasons as a Packer, Made the Pro Bowl each year and was even named to the All-pro team twice during that time. Won a Super Bowl after the 1996 NFL season.
Fuzzy Thurston autographed picture
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Billy Joe Tolliver, NFL Quarterback
Billy Joe Tolliver during the 2001 preseason with Green Bay
Paul Hornung, Jerry Kramer and Fuzzy Thurston after the 1965 NFL Championship
Muddy and tired Paul Hornung, Jerry Kramer and Fuzzy Thurston leave the field after beating the Cleveland Browns for the 1965 NFL Title. Hornung had 18 carries for 105 yards and a touchdown in the 23-12 Packer victory.
Willie Davis Breaks Up a Pass Intended for Tom Matte
Packers Hall of Fame defensive lineman Willie Davis (#87) stays step-for-step with Colts runner Tom Matte (#41) and breaks up the pass intended for him. Ray Nitschke lurks in the background.
Lynn Dickey
A 13-year NFL veteran, Lynn Dickey was a 3rd-round draft pick in 1971 by the Houston Oilers. He joined the Green Bay Packers in 1976 and stayed 9 seasons with them. In 1983 he led the NFL in passing yards with 4458 and touchdowns with 32.
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NFL Defender Herb Adderley
Bart Starr, Packers - Doug Atkins Bears - Old School Nfl
Packers quarterback Bart Starr on the run with Big Doug Atkins applying some pressure.
Willie Davis gets to Roman Gabriel
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John Brockington blocks for MacArthur Lane
Packer backfield of the mid-70s. John Brockington (#42) leads fellow team mate MacArthur Lane (#36).
Doug Atkins Rushing Bart Starr in 1968
1968 NFL action between Packers & Saints. 11-year veteran Bob Skoronski struggles to protect his quarterback Bart Starr from the savage onslaught brought on by Saints defender Doug Atkins (#81)
Don Hutson, Packers Hall of Fame Receiver
Without a doubt the premiere receiver of his era - Packers Hall of Fame receiver Don Hutson. The story behind this photo is he still managed to make this catch despite being tangled up with the defender.
Paul Hornung of the Packers Carries Against the Bears Defense in 1960
NFL action from, we think 1960. Packers great Paul Hornung carries against the Chicago Bears defense. Those players identifiable in the picture are some of the best known players in the league at the time.
For Green Bay we have All Pro Forrest Gregg (#75), All Pro Paul Hornung (#5), All Pro Jim Ringo (#51), Fuzzy Thurston (#63) and All Pro Jerry Kramer (#64). For the Bears defense - Larry Morris (#33), Bill Bishop (#73), Earl Leggett (#71), Pro Bowler Doug Atkins (#81) and All Pro Bill George (#61).
Ken Bowman 1974 Green Bay Packers Topps Football Card #4
Despite not playing in 1974 he had a Topps card made for him.
Jim Taylor Scores on Pittsburgh Steelers Defense in 1963
Jim Taylor dives over the Pittsburgh Steelers defense to score. We think this is from the Packers 33-14 win in 1963. If so that makes the Packer quarterback at left John Roach and it's Pro Bowlers Lou Michaels and Myron Pottios trying to stop Taylor. The other Steelers then may be lineman Frank Atkinson - #73 and Safety Jim Bradshaw, #24.
Henry Jordan Pressures Roman Gabriel, Rams - Packers
Roman Gabriel has to do some fancy footwork to get away from Packer Henry Jordan as Jordan gets around the block of Ram offensive lineman Charlie Cowan.
Brett Favre, Bubba Franks and William Henderson
Brett Favre, Bubba Franks & William Henderson of the Green Bay Packers
Ray Nitschke
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
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The Packers Jim Taylor carries against the Cleveland Browns in the 1965 NFL Title Game
Jim Taylor runs makes his way through the congestion of the Browns defense during the 1965 NFL Title game between the Packers and Browns. That day the Pack came away with a 23-12 win and the season Championship. Taylor carried the ball 27 times gaining 96 yards. Those Identifiable through the mud and snow are Browns Bill Glass (#80) and Walter Beach (#49). Packers are, Taylor (#31) and veteran tight end Bill Anderson (#88) on the ground.
Willie Davis pursues Hewritt Dixon in Super Bowl II
Packer Willie Davis moves in on Raiders Hewritt Dixon in Super Bowl II.
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Bart Starr and Ken Bowman against the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1970
Bart Starr gets excellent protection from Center Ken Bowman (#57) and the rest of his offensive line against Pittsburgh in this early 1970s Packeers-Steelers clash.
James Lofton 1982 Green Bay Packers Topps Football Card
His 1982 Topps card. He made the Pro Bowl with 35 catches, 696 yards and 4 receiving touchdowns as well as an 83-yard TD run against the Giants.
Don Hutson
Herb Adderley Interception
Macarthur Lane 1974 Green Bay Packers Topps NFL Football Trading Card #90
Fullback Mac Arthur Lane and his 1974 Topps card. After three years in Green Bay, 1974 was his final season as a Packer. He was the #2 rusher (362 yards) and #2 pass receiver (34 receptions) for the Packers that year.
Don Hutson, Green Bay Packer Receiver
Arguably the greatest receiver of his day. Set the NFL's All Time Career Touchdown Catch mark of 99 when he retired in 1945 and held it until it was broken by Steve Largent in 1989.
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Paul Hornung, kick against the Lions on Thanksgiving Day in 1961
Packer Paul Hornung kicks a field goal against the Lions on Thanksgiving Day in 1961 - Bart Starr holding.
While primarily a runner complimenting fullback Jim Taylor, Hornung was the Packers starting kicker for 6 seasons and had a total of 388 career points via that venue.
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Green Bay Running Back Jim Grabowski
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Len Dawson of the Chiefs against Willie Davis, Henry Jordan & Lee Roy Caffey of the Packers in Super Bowl I
Standing tall behind the blocking of Wayne Frazier (#66) and Curtis McClinton (#32) Chiefs QB Len Dawson (#16) sets up to pass under the pressure of Henry Jordan (#74) & Willie Davis (#87). The best of both leagues met after the 1966 season and Dawson and his Chiefs were clearly outmatched against the Packers. Three years later Dawson would return in Super Bowl IV and write a very different story.
Also seen above are Packers linebacker Lee Roy Caffey (#60) and Chiefs Chris Buford (#88) & defensiveback Emmitt Thomas (#18) on the sideline.
Jim Grabowski, Packers Fullback
The Packer s1st-round draft pick of 1966 - Illinois fullback Jim Grabowski,
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Lynn Dickey
A 13-year NFL veteran, Lynn Dickey was a 3rd-round draft pick in 1971 by the Houston Oilers. He joined the Green Bay Packers in 1976 and stayed 9 seasons with them. In 1983 he led the NFL in passing yards with 4458 and touchdowns with 32.
Vince Lombardi with Ray Nitschke
Packers Hall of Fame Head Coach and Middle Linebacker.
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Willie Davis of the Packers pressures Frank Ryan of the Browns
Browns and Packers. Hall of Fame Defensive End Willie Davis puts the heat on Cleveland Browns quarterback Fran Ryan. Looks like Leroy Kelley, #44 in the background.
Herb Adderley Super Bowl II Touchdown
All Raiders Jim Otto (#00) and Daryle Lamonica (#3) can do is watch as Herb Adderley returns a 60-yard 4th quarter interception for a touchdown to secure a win for the Packers in Super Bowl II.
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Ray Nitschke and the Green Bay Packers 1966 NFL Schedule
A popular image of Packers great Ray Nitschke swooping down on Bears quarterback Rudy Bukich in the mid-60s. I happen to find this one in a 1966 football mag with the Packers schedule included for that year.
Gale Gillingham blocking for John Brockington, Green Bay Packers, 1973
Packers veteran lineman Gale Gillingham gets out in front of running back John Brockington around 1973. Brockington, a 1st-round pick out of Ohio State in 1971, began his NFL career with 3 consecutive 1000 yard plus rushing seasons.
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Green Bay Packers Fullback Jim Taylor
Set an NFL record in 1962 with 19 rushing touchdowns and is still #1 in the Packer record books with 81 career rushing touchdowns and #2 in Career Rushing Yards with 8207.
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Paul Hornung runs through the NY Giants
Early 1960s NFL showdown between the Packers and Giants as the Golden Boy, Paul Hornung gets upfield against the Giants defense. Giants id'd in the picture- #76, Rosey Grier - Jim Katcavage, #75 and #31, Bill Winter. The other Packers are Forrest Gregg on the ground and & Jim Ringo.
Ken Bowman 1970 Topps Card
Even though he was a 7-year veteran by 1970 this 1970 Topps was the first official card made for him.
Ray Nitschke, 1968 Green Bay Packers Topps NFL Football Trading Card #157
Packers Hall of Fame linebacker Ray Nitschke going strong after 11years on his 1968 Topps card. Started all 14 games.
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Robert Brown rushing Daryle Lamonica in 1972
Oakland Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica (#3) releases a pass just as Green Bay Packer defensive lineman Robert Brown (#78) launches himself into the air in an attempt to block it. In 1972 Lamonica was the Raiders top passer with 281 completions, 1998 yards and 18 touchdowns.
Jim Grabowski, the Green Bay Packers Top Rusher in 1967
With a stable of runners to fill their backfield, Green Bay had the NFL's #2 leading rushing offense in 1967 and it was fullback Jim Grabowski that led the team with 466 yards on the ground. Here he carries against the Lions and that looks like quarterback Zeke Bratkowski in the background.
Lynn Dickey
A 13-year NFL veteran, Lynn Dickey was a 3rd-round draft pick in 1971 by the Houston Oilers. He joined the Green Bay Packers in 1976 and stayed 9 seasons with them. In 1983 he led the NFL in passing yards with 4458 and touchdowns with 32.
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The Golden Boy Paul Hornung
Paul Hornung & Fuzzy Thurston of the Green Bay Packers
Packers great Paul Hornung rolls out and sets up to pass behind the guard of offensive lineman Fuzzy Thurston. All-in-all Hornung, a runningback, connected on 5 touchdown passes during his career. Receiver Boyd Dowler can be seen at the left of the photo.
Jim Taylor Stings Jerry Logan of the Colts
Packers fullback Jimmy Taylor (#31) runs over Colts defender Jerry Logan (#20).
Green Bay Packers Quarterback Lynn Dickey, 1980s
Packers quarterback throughout most of the 1980s - Lynn Dickey passed for over 21,000 yards and threw 133 touchdowns. Ranks #4 in franchise history passing.
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Paul Hornung on the Green Bay Packers Sideline - 1960s NFL
Paul Hornung sits on the Green Bay Packers sideline, towel in hand, streaked with mud and looking worn from a hard-fought game. Classic black-and-white NFL action capturing the legendary “Golden Boy” during the tough battles of the 1960s.
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Jim Taylor, 1965 Green Bay Packers Media Guide Cover
Fullback Jim Taylor is featured on the Green Bay Press Book of 1965
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
Willie Davis and Ray Nitschke chase Rudy Bukich
From the look on his face, Bears quarterback Rudy Bukich (#10) knows exactly what's coming as Green Bay Packer Hall of Famers Willie Davis (#87) and Ray Nitschke (#66) converge on him.
Donny Anderson as Jerry Kramer blocks Lamar Lundy
Packers Hall of Fame guard Jerry Kramer moves Ram Lamar Lundy out of the way for half-back Donny Anderson.
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The Packers Donny Anderson in 1967
Donny Anderson, shown here is 1967 against the Bears, enjoyed a productive season that year averaging 4.1 yards a carry on 402 yards rushing, catching 22 passes for another 331 yards and scoring a total of 9 touchdowns.
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Paul Hornung
2-time Pro Bowler, 2-time All Pro, 1961 NFL Man of the Year, played on 4 Championship Teams. Hall of Fame inductee in 1986.
Packers Jerry Kramer Kicking
While Packers Jerry Kramer was known as one of the league's best offensive lineman during his playing days, he also handled the kicking duties at times. Had 177 points on 29 field goals and 90 xtra-points.
Willie Davis rushing Len Dawson in Super Bowl I
Packers Great Willie Davis puts some pressure on Kansas City quarterback Len Dawson in Super Bowl I. The Packers won the first ever Super Bowl in 1967 by dominating the Chiefs with a 35-10 win. The Packers defense had 6 sacks and an interception.
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Bart Starr hands to Paul Hornung in the 1962 Giants-Packers NFL Title Game
From the 1962 NFL Title Game between the Packers and the Giants. Bart Starr turns to hand off the running back Paul Hornung. 3 Jerry Kramer field goals proved to be the difference as the Packers took the title 16-7. Giant #76 is Rosey Grier and Packer #63 is Fuzzy Thurston.
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James Lofton Green Bay Packers
Packer Great James Lofton left Green Bay in 1986 as their #1 All-Time Career Leader for Receiving Yards with 9656. He is still #2 on that list today over 30 years later.
Lynn Dickey
A 13-year NFL veteran, Lynn Dickey was a 3rd-round draft pick in 1971 by the Houston Oilers. He joined the Green Bay Packers in 1976 and stayed 9 seasons with them. In 1983 he led the NFL in passing yards with 4458 and touchdowns with 32.
Daryle Lamonica under pressure from Henry Jordan of the Packers
The Raiders quarterback gets the pass off under some heat from Packer defensive lineman Henry Jordan (#74)
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Jim Taylor dives over Jerry Kramer and Rookie Dick Butkus
Rookie Dick Butkus leads the Chicago Bears defense in a goal-line stand against Jerry Kramer & Jim Taylor of the Green Bay Packers in 1965. Also seen is #76, Packers tackle Bob Skoronski and that's QB Zeke Bratkowski in the background.
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Brett Favre under pressure from Denver's Keith Washington
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Packers Boyd Dowler and Ken Bowman in Super Bowl II
Gale Sayers faces Herb Adderley, 1960s NFL
two of the greats for the 1960s era NFL face each other - The Bears Gale Sayers and Packer Herb Adderley.
Billy Cannon, Jim Taylor, Paul Hornung and Abner Haynes
Some of the the Big Name Runners of the 1962 NFL season featured on the back cover of Charlie Conerly's 1962 All Pro Football magazine - the NFL's Jim Taylor & Paul Hornung along with Abner Haynes & Billy Cannon of the AFL.
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Courtney Brown rushing Brett Favre
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Brett Favre with Richard Dent, Eagles Rushing in 1997
Packer Brett Favre under pressure from Hall of Famer Richard Dent as an Eagle in 1997. For Dent it was his 15th and final season in the nFL.
Donny Anderson carries against the Colts as Jim Grabowski blocks
Packers Fullback Jim Grabowski (#33) leads the way for halfback Donny Anderson (#44) as Anderson blasts through the heart of the Colts defense.
Fuzzy Thurston, Bart Starr, Jim Taylor, Paul Hornung
Green Bay's All-Pro Offense of the 1960s
Fuzzy Thurston (#63), Bart Starr (#15), Jim Taylor (#31) and Paul Hornung (#5)
Raymond Berry catch vs Green Bay - Early 1960s
A foggy day at Lambeau Field in the early 1960s - back then it was known as New City Stadium. The Colts Raymond Berry goes up to make a catch.
Brett Favre throwing against Patriots
Don Hutson
Willie Davis and Henry Jordan Pressure Daryle Lamonica
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Brett Favre with Bruce Wilkerson Blocking
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Keith Jackson
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The Saints Doug Atkins sacks Bart Starr in 1968
Saints and the Packers in 1968 - Doug Atkins and Bart Starr after Starr has just been dropped for a loss. The Packers won this contest 29-7 but the Saints defense got to Green Bay quarterback 5 times - Starr 4 times and Bratkowski once.
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Paul Hornung Bursts through the Vikings Defense Early 1960s
Paul Hornung bursts through the Vikings defense sometime in the early 1960s. Hornung was the league's leading scorer in 1959, 1960 and 1961. Viking #71 may be Ed Culpepper of Alabama.
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Lynn Dickey
A 13-year NFL veteran, Lynn Dickey was a 3rd-round draft pick in 1971 by the Houston Oilers. He joined the Green Bay Packers in 1976 and stayed 9 seasons with them. In 1983 he led the NFL in passing yards with 4458 and touchdowns with 32.
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Donny Anderson
John Brockington and Rich McGeorge in 1974
1974 Green Bay Packers - Pro Bowler John Brockington picks up yardage with tight end Rich McGeorge out in front blocking. In 1974 Brockington had 883 yards on the ground while McGeorge had 30 catches for the season.
Brett Favre takes snap from Frank Winters
Curly Lambeauand the Packers Celebrate Their 1944 Title Win
Packers head coach Curly Lambeau and Ted Fritsch are lifted high in celebration following their 14-7 victory over the New York Giants to capture the 1944 NFL Title. Fritsch scored both of the Packers touchdowns.
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Packers Linebacker Bill Forester & Viking Running Back Tommy Mason
Packers All Pro Linebacker Bill Forester (#71) seems quite intent on stoping Vikings runner Tommy Mason here during an early 1960s clash between Green Bay and Minnesota.
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Brett Favre under a Detroit Lions Rush
Jim Taylor and Paul Hornung Run at Deacon Jones of the Rams
Paul Hornung gets enough containment on Rams great Deacon Jones to let Packers fullback Jim Taylor slip by in this 1960s Packers/Rams showdown. The packers at the far left look like Tight End Marv Fleming and tackle Bob Skoronski.
Paul Hornung & Fuzzy Thurston vs the Chicago Bears Defense in 1961
The Packers versatile Paul Hornung (#5) side steps over a fallen Fuzzy Thurston (#63) to avoid the oncoming advance of the Bears Maury Youmans (#82) and JC Caroline (#25). Bart Starr watches from the background.
In 1961 Hornung, also the Packers kicker for most of the season, led the NFL in scoring with a total of 10 touchdowns and another 86 points on special teams.
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Willie Davis of the Packers puts pressure on YA Tittle of the Giants
Two of the Old School NFL Greats - Hall of Fame quarterback YA Tittle and Hall of Fame defensive end Willie face-off on the field.
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Lynn Dickey
A 13-year NFL veteran, Lynn Dickey was a 3rd-round draft pick in 1971 by the Houston Oilers. He joined the Green Bay Packers in 1976 and stayed 9 seasons with them. In 1983 he led the NFL in passing yards with 4458 and touchdowns with 32.
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Packers Fullback Jim Taylor
As fellow Packer Bart Starr looks on the Hall of Fame fullback churns out yards on the field.
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Mike Ditka makes a catch against Herb Adderley & Dan Currie of the Green Bay Packers in 1963
Mike Ditka makes a catch against Herb Adderley (#26) & Dan Currie (#58) of the Green Bay Packers in 1963. In 1963 the Pack lost only 2 games - both to the Bears as the Bears went to win the NFL Western Conference, edging the Packers out of the top spot by 1 game.
Henry Jordan rushing Johnny Unitas
Johnny Unitas gets the pass away under the pressure of Packers 1960s era Great Henry Jordan. Both Jordan and Unitas made 5 All-Pro Teams each during their career in the NFL.
The Packers Willie Davis about to wrap up quarterback Larry Rakestraw of the Bears
Bears back-up QB Larry Rakestraw feels the pressure from Hall of Famer Willie Davis. In his 10 seasons with the Packers Willie Davis had 2 safties and unofficially he's credited with 99½ sacks.
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Fred Carr
Green Bay Packers Linebacker Fred Carr was 1st Round draft from Texas-El Paso in 1968. A 5-time All-Pro, Carr played 10 years for the Pack.
Bart Starr and Jim Taylor of the Packers against the Giants in 1961
A familiar site in the early 1960s - Packers quarterback Bart Starr handing off to Jim Taylor. Here it's against the Giants and defenders Tom Scott & Dick Lynch can be seen in the background. In 1961 the Bart Starr threw 3 touchdowns in the NFL Title game as the Packers dominated the Giants 37-0.
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
Brett Favre second quarter pass Super Bowl 31
Brett Favre gets off a second quarter pass in Super Bowl 31
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The Golden Boy - already 6 years into his career in this 1962 photo.
Alex Karras and the Detroit Lions defense stops the Packers Bart Starr
All Pro Alex Karras leads the Detroit Lion defense as they close in on Packers QB Bart Starr. Also seen are Packers center Ken Bowman (#57) and Lion linebacker Ernie Clark (#59). Photo by sports journalist Rob Rigor.
Bart Starr, Jim Taylor, Vince Lombardi & Ben Agajanian celebrate at the 1961 NFL Championship
The Packers are all smiles after a 37-0 shellacking of the New York Giants in the 1961 NFL Championship game. It would be Vince Lombardi's first of 5 League Titles he would win with Green Bay. Pictured left to right - Bart Starr, Jim Taylor, Vince Lombardi & kicker Ben Agajanian.
Sam Huff Horse Collars Jim Taylor
One of the legendary battles of the Old School NFL. The clashes of Jim Taylor of the Packers and Sam Huff of the Giants were always fierce and intense. Here Huff brings Taylor down with a tackle that would almost certainly be illegal in today's game.
Vince Lombardi with Paul Hornung on the Green Bay Packers Sidelines
By the smile on Vince's face, something good must be going on for the Pack. Here he is with Green Bay Legend Paul Hornung on the Packers sideline.
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Brett Favre and Frank Winters vs Jets
The Packers Jimmy Taylor runs through the Chicago Bears Defense
Packers fullback Jimmy Taylor (#31) runs against the stout defense of Bears of the early 1960s. Packers lineman Forrest Gregg (#75) & Jerry Kramer (#64) are shown along with longtime Bears JC Caroline (#25), Fred Williams (#75).
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Green Bay Running Back Jim Grabowski
Ray Nitschke Pressures Roman Gabriel
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke applies pressure to Roman Gabriel
Tom Nowatzke of the Lions is caught between the Packers Ray Nitschke & Lee Roy Caffey
Packer linebackers Ray Nitschke (#66) and Lee Roy Caffey (#60) put the squeeze on Lions runner Tom Notwatzke (#35).
Colts Billy Ray Smith hits Packers Zeke Bratkowski in the 1965 NFL Playoffs
Packers QB Zeke Bratkowski gets some treatment from Colts lineman Billy Ray Smith during the 1965 NFL playoff game between the Packers and Colts. Zeke came off the bench to replace an injured Bart Starr.
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Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
Bart Starr scrambles as Dick Evey and Joe Fortunato give chase
The Packers Bart Starr (#15) breaks out of the pocket with Bears defenders Dick Evey (#79) and Joe Fortunato (#31) on his heels. Hall of Famer Jerry Kramer Jerry Kramer as well as lineman Steve Wright (#72) can seen in the background.
Paul Hornung, Chuck Bednarik and Jimmy Taylor | 1960 NFL Championship Game
Eagles linebacker/center Chuck Bednarik (#60) gives parting words to Packers runningbacks Paul Hornung (#5) and Jim Taylor (#31) after the 1960 NFL Championship game. By the smile on Bednarik's face it's pretty obvious who won.
Team Photo of the 1965 Green Bay Packers
Ken Bowman - #57, Center
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Chuck Bednarik defends against Paul Hornung
Jim Taylor can only watch as Paul Hornung gets man-handled by Eagles Chuck Bednarik and Jess Richardson.
Paul Hornung
2-time Pro Bowler, 2-time All Pro, 1961 NFL Man of the Year, played on 4 Championship Teams. Hall of Fame inductee in 1986.
Ray Nitschke stops Charley Taylor Old School NFL
A perfect visible representation of Old School NFL. Green Bay Packers legend Ray Nitschke loams over a crumpled Washington Redskin player.
Reggie White Hall of Fame NFL Player
The Minister of Defense as a Green Bay Packer. Played 6 seasons as a Packer, Made the Pro Bowl each year and was even named to the All-pro team twice during that time. Won a Super Bowl after the 1996 NFL season.
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Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
The Lions Floyd Peters & Dick Lane stop Packer Jim Taylor
Packers legend Jim Taylor is stopped by that great Lions defense of the early 1960s. Lion #81 is Hall of Famer Dick "Night Train" Lane and we think #72 is veteran lineman Floyd Peters. Peters played 12 years in the NFL and filled in for Alex Karras when Karras was suspended in 1963. Peters also served as a defensive line coach and Defensive Coordinator for multiple teams for over 20 seasons.
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Deacon Jones & Merlin Olsen rush Bart Starr & Forrest Gregg
The Packers Bart Starr gets some heat from Rams Hall of Famers Deacon Jones and Merlin Olsen. Packer #75 is Forrest Gregg.
Ray Nitschke, Lee Roy Caffey and Ron Kostelnik get to Frank Ryan in the 1965 NFL Championship Game
From the 1965 NFL Championship between the Packers and Brown - Ray Nitschke (#66) gets to Browns quarterback Frank Ryan along with fellow Packers Lee Roy Caffey (#60) and Ron Kostelnik (#77). The Packers 23-12 win was their first of 3 straight titles during the 1960s decade.
Ken Bowman & Jerry Kramer Battle Alex Karras & Roger Brown
A Classic confrontation of the 1960s NFL - Green Bay Packer Greats Ken Bowman (#57) & Jerry Kramer (#64) battle against Detroit Lion legends Alex Karras (#71) & Roger Brown (#76).
Fred Carr
Green Bay Packers Linebacker Fred Carr was 1st Round draft from Texas-El Paso in 1968. A 5-time All-Pro, Carr played 10 years for the Pack.
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Andre Rison and Antonio Freeman of the Green Bay Packers
Ray Nitschke
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
Willie Davis, Packers Sheds a Blocker
The Packers Willie Davis gets around a would-be blocker. In 10 seasons with the Packers, he started 136 regular season games and 10 playoff games.
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Brett Favre rushed by Rams Kevin Carter
Vince Lombardi with Bart Starr & Jim Taylor on the 1961 Packers Sideline
Vince Lombardi, head coach of the 1961 NFL Champion Green Bay Packers, stands on the Packers sideline flanked by Hall of Famers Bart Starr and Jim Taylor. The Packers posted an 11-3 record that season and dominated the New York Giants, representatives of the NFL Eastern Conference, 37-0 in the championship game.
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Lynn Dickey, 1984 against the Denver Broncos
Lynn Dickey (#12) had a big game in the snow against Denver in 1984 when he threw for 371 yards and touchdown against the Broncos at Mile High Stadium. Shown here are Dickey with some of his offensive line - center Larry McCarren (#54) with guards Ron Hallstrom (#65) & Tim Huffman (#74). Broncos shown are linebacker Steve Busick (#58) and nose tackle Rubin Carter (#68).
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Jim Taylor runs behind Ken Bowman and Fuzzy Thurston in the 1965 NFL Title Game vs Cleveland
Packer fullback Jim Taylor dashes into a mud-covered hole in the Cleveland Browns defense during the 1965 NFL Title game. Packer lineman on the left are Fuzzy Thurston (#63) and Ken Bowman (#57). The Brown defender engaged with Bowman looks like Middle Linebacker Vince Costello while the other could be Dick Modzelewski. Bart Starr is to the far right. Taylor rushed for 96 yards as the Packers would come out on top 23-12.
Nick Pietrosante is surrounded by Packers Bill Quinlan, Willie Wood and Bill Forester
Lions running back Nick Pietrosante finds himself surrounded by a contingent of Packers defenders. We're going out on a limb and say that Packers here are Defensive End Bill Quinlan (#83), Safety Willie Wood (#24) and Linebacker Bill Forester (#71)
Donny Anderson vs Chiefs Bobby Ply and Bud Abellin Super Bowl I
Rookie Donny Anderson gets some action against the Chiefs in Super Bowl 1. The Chiefs here are defensive back Bobby Ply and linebacker Bud Abell.
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Gail Cogdill makes a touchdown catch against Herb Adderley, Lions & Packers 1962 NFL
From the "Thanksgiving Day Massacre" of 1962, when the Lions showed the NFL that the Packers could be beat. Gail Cogdill makes his second touchdown against Herb Adderley as Detroit put down unbeaten Green Bay 26-14 on Thanksgiving Day in 1962.
Vince Lombardi with Bart Starr on the Packers sidelines
Packers Head Coach Vince Lombardi has words with his quarterback Bart Starr. Under Lombardi Starr has 94 victories to his credit as well as 9 post-season wins and 5 NFL Championship Titles.
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Fran Tarkenton and Henry Jordan
Vikings quarterback Fran Tarkenton gets the pass off while under the rush of Packers great Henry Jordan
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The NFL's top receiver in 1944 with 58 catches, 866 yards and 9 touchdown receptions.
Bill George of the Bears Glares at Bart Starr, Packers from Across the Line of Scrimmage
Bart Starr has the full attention of Bears linebacker Bill George prior to the snap of the ball.
Lynn Dickey 1978 Green Bay Packers Topps Football Card #78
While he didn't play in 1978 Topps still had a card prepared for him.
After suffering a devastating leg injury half-way through the 1977 season and undergoing 2 major surgeries he returned to the Packers starting lineup in 1979.
Ted Fritsch returns a kickoff against the Redskins in 1945
During a 1945 NFL preseason game Packers return man Ted Fritsch (#64) returns a kick as Wilbur Moore of the Washington Redskins hurdles over blocker Larry Craig (#54)
John Brockington is stopped by Doug Buffone & Dick Butkus
Early 1970s NFL - Packers runner John Brockington (#42) powers forward as Bears linebackers Dick Butkus (#51) and Doug Buffone (#55) wrap him up in an effort to bring him down. #18 of the Bears is safety Jerry Moore from Arkansas.
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Nick Pietrosante goal line score vs Willie Wood and Henry Jordan, Green Bay Packers in 1961
Nick Peitrosante goes over from the 1 to score as Packers Willie Wood and Henry move in an attempt stop him. We think this is from the 1961 season opener where Pietrosante score twice in a 17-13 win.
Jim Taylor on Packers Sideline with a Busted Lip
The great Jim Taylor tends to a slight injury on the Packers sideline during the early 1960s.
Paul Hornung and Fuzzy Thurston vs Eagles
Packers Great Paul Hornung carries against the Eagles with Fuzzy Thurston blocking.
Bill Wade scores against the packers Herb Adderley & Willie Wood in 1963
1963 Packers-Bears. Willie Wood and Herb Adderley get outrun by Chicago quarterback Bill Wade as he scores on a rollout against the Packers in 1963.
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Green Bay Packers All-Pro Runningback of the 1970s. The Former Ohio State player played 7 seasons for the Pack and was named to 3 Pro Bowls.
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Keith Jackson signals 1st down
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Paul Hornung is surrounded by Bears Ed O'Bradovich, Bill George & Joe Fortunato in 1961
Packer Paul Hornung is surrounded by a pack of Bears here in this early 1960s action. In 1961 Hornung ran the ball, caught the ball and kicked the ball to Player of the Year selection.
Ray May, Jim Shorter & Jim Grabowski - 1969 Steelers and Packers NFL
Some 1969 NFL - Packers and Steelers. Ray May and Jim Shorter move in to stop Packer Jim Grabowski.
Cowboys Chuck Howley & Leroy Jordan Put Pressure on Packers Quarterback Scott Hunter
Cowboy linebacking legends Chuck Howley (#54) & Lee Roy Jordan (#55) force Packers quarterback Scott Hunter (#16) to get rid of the ball.
Sam Huff in pursuit of Jim Taylor - Old School NFL
One of the classic personal rivalries of the 1960s era of the NFL - Fullback Jim Taylor of the Green Bay Packers and linebacker Sam Huff of the New York Giants.
Johnny Unitas under pressure from Willie Davis & Ron Kostelnik
Packers Willie Davis (#87) & Ron Kostelnik (#77) burst through as Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas (#19) tries to set up to pass. #60 is Colts longtime verteran lineman George Preas.
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Veron Biggs has something for Packers QB Jack Concannon - 1974 Redskins/Packers
Redskins defensive lineman Verlon Biggs has a little something-something for Packers quarterback Jack Concannon. 1974 Redskins/Packers
Jim Taylor and Bart Starr of the Green Bay Packers
Two of many greats the Green Bay Packers featured during their domination of the 1960s decade. Hall of Famers Bart Starr (#15) an Jim Taylor (#31)
Don Hutson in the 1938 NFL Championship Game against the New York Giants
From the 1938 NFL Title Game against the New York Giants. The Giants pulled it out 23-17.
An All-Pro that season he lead the NFL with 548 yards in receptions and 9 touchdown catches. His 32 catches were ranked second.
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Brett Favre on the Packers Sideline
Jim Taylor and Fuzzy Thurston against the Eagles in 1962
Fuzzy Thurston leads the way for Green Bay fullback Jim Taylor against the Philadelphia defense. We think this is from the Packers 49-0 blowout of the Eagles in 1962 when Taylor rushed for 149 yards and 4 touchdowns. That would make it from Chuck Bednarik's, #60 at the left, last season. Also seen here are rookie Bobby Richards (#68) tangled up with guard Jerry Kramer and #55, linebacker Maxie Baughan is also seen.
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Custom McFarlane Sports Figure from Hall of Customs
Packers vs Lions | Bart Starr, Alex Karras, Forrest Gregg, & Jim Taylor
Some Old School NFL. Packers and Lion. Lion Alex Karras (#71) pursues down the line as Bart Starr (#15) pitches to Jim Taylor (#31) as the bruising fullback goes wide. Also pictured is Hall of Fame Offensive Tackle Forrest Gregg (#75).
Paul Hornung
2-time Pro Bowler, 2-time All Pro, 1961 NFL Man of the Year, played on 4 Championship Teams. Hall of Fame inductee in 1986.
Reggie White of the Packers Rushing Troy Aikman of the Cowboys
Packers Great Reggie White applies pressure to Cowboys Hall of Fame Quarterback Troy Aikman.
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198 Career Sacks in his 15 year NFL career. Here he has just dumped Eagles quarterback Rodney Peete for a loss.
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James Lofton, Green Bay Packers Receiver
Hall of Famer James Lofton stills ranks #2 for the Green Bay Packer's All-Time Receiving Yards (9656 yards) and #6 in Packer All-Time Catches (530).
Bart Starr, Fuzzy Thurston & Buck Buchanan - Super Bowl I
Chiefs Super Star Buck Buchanan gives the Packer Fuzzy Thurston and the Packers O-Line all they can handle in his push to get the Packer Quarterback Bart Starr in Super Bowl I.
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Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
Packers Bart Starr and Forrest Greg & Jim Houston of the Browns
Hall of Fame offensive lineman Forrest Greg has his helmet knocked back by long-time defender Jim Houston of the Browns while he protects Packers quarterback Bart Starr.
Photo credit: Rob Riger.
Willie Wood Super Bowl I Interception
Packers saftey Willie Wood picks off a pass intended for Chiefs tight end Fred Arbanas.
Ray Nitschke
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
Ray Nitschke, Green Bay Packers Program Photo
A third round draft pick out of Illinois in 1958 Ray Nitschke was a Packer for 15 seasons and 190 games. Inducted into the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1978.
Boyd Dowler makes catch against the Cleveland Browns in 1965
Packer Boyd Dowler holds on the ball despite the efforts of Browns defenders Bernie Parrish (#30) & Larry Benz (#23) here in the 1965 NLF Championship game. Dowler had 5 catches in the Packer's win.
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Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
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Boyd Dowler | Touchdown Catch Against Dallas in 1966
A veteran receiver of Vince Lombardi's Packers Boyd Dowler made a crucial touchdown catch against Dallas in the 1966 playoffs. The 16-yard score put the Pack up 28-20 and helped put the lead out of the reach of late rallying Cowboy team.
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2-time Pro Bowler, 2-time All Pro, 1961 NFL Man of the Year, played on 4 Championship Teams. Hall of Fame inductee in 1986.
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Don Hutson, Green Bay NFL Receiver
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Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958-1972
Paul Hornung Scores Against the Colts in 1965
Packers end Carroll Dale (#84) signals a touchdown as Packer's runner Paul Hornung (#5) spins over the goal line against the Colts late in the 1965 season. Hornung scored a total of 5 touchdowns in this December 12 game - 3 rushing, 2 receiving. Colts pictured are Lenny Lyles (#43), Wendall Harris (#26) & Dennis Gaubatz (#53). The unidentified Colt trying to keep Hornung out of the endzone may be #20, Jerry Logan.
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Zeke Bratkowski Packers Versus Colts
While most of his 12 years in the NFL were spent as a back-up he still started 49 games passed for 10,345 yards, 65 touchdowns and finished his career with a 51.3% completion percentage.
His finest moment came in the 1965 Divisional Championship game against the Baltimore Colts when he came off the bench to replace an injured Bart Starr and lead the Packers to victory. That game he hit 22 of 39 passes for 248 yards, no touchdowns but managed the game winning drive.
After he left football in 1969 he coached with the Packers for 2 seasons and actually returned to football in 1971. When he left the playing field for good in 1972 he spent time coaching until 1996 for many different NFL teams.
Dick Butkus stops Green Bay offense
From a late 1960s Packers-Bears clash. Dick Butkus just kinda stops the whole Green Bay offense on this play.
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Walter Payton carries against the Packers Johnnie Gray & Mike Butler
Wit Packers defensive players Johnnie Gray (#24) & Mike Butler (#77) close behind, Bears legend Walter Payton (#34) rips through the Green Bay defense in 1977.
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Jerry Kramer, Green Bay Packers
Offensive guard for the Green Bay Packers 1958 to 1968.
Packers Rookie James Lofton in 1978
The Packers leading receiver in 1978 - Rookie James Lofton had 46 catches for 818 yards and 6 touchdowns.
The 49ers John Brodie under pressure from the Packers Willie Davis
A Pro Bowler in 1965 John Brodie (#12) gets set to deliver as Packer Willie Davis (#87) applies the pressure. Brodie made the Pro Bowl in 1965 after a leading the NFL with 3112 passing yards, 30 touchdowns and a 61.9% completion rating. Willie Davis was named All-Pro.
Jim Taylor against Maxie Baughan, Marion Campbell and the 1960 Philadelphia Eagles
Eagles rookie Maxie Baughan (#55) moves in to stop a diving Jim Taylor. This quite possibly comes from the 1960 NFL Championship game where the Eagles defeated the Packers 17-13. If so, that would mean #78 is lineman Marion Campbell who would later coach the Eagles in the 80s.
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James Lofton Packers and Mark Cotney Buccaneers - 1983 NFL
Packers Hall of Famer James Lofton with Mark Cotney of the Bucs defending, probably around 1983. In 9 seasons in Green Bay Lofton hauled in 530 catches for 9656 yards and 49 touchdowns. That's an 18.2 YPC average.
John Brockington carries against the Rams in 1971 with Dick Himes blocking
Rookie John Brockington picks up yardage against the Rams defense in 1971. #72 is Packer tackle Dick Himes of Ohio State and it looks like Donny Anderson at the right.
Paul Hornung Green Bay Packers Tackled by Bill Glass of the Cleveland Browns
Cleveland defenders led by Pro Bowler Bill Glass swarm over Packers Hall of Famer Paul Hornung. Also pictured is longtime Browns linebacker Galen Fiss (#35).
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Willie Wood 1971 Green Bay Packers Topps NFL Football Trading Card #55
Willie Wood on his 1971 Topps card. 1971 was his 12th and final season in the NFL.
Don Hutson Old School NFL Receiver
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Legendary Hall of Fame Green bay Packer Linebacker Ray Nitschke played 15 in the NFL and played in the first two Super Bowls.
Nick Pietrosante runs through the 1959 Green Bay Packers Defense
Detroit Lions star Nick Pietrosante breaks through the Packers defense in this late 1950s NFL action. Packers here (we think) are Dan Currie (#58), Dave Hanner (#79), Bill Forrester (#71) and Tom Bettis (#65). The Lions, Jim Gibbons at left, Pietrosante at right and Hall o Famer Lou Creekmur in the background.
Fran Tarkenton and the Minnesota Vikings 1966 NFL Schedule
From Sports magazine printed during the 1966 off-season. The Vikings up-coming schedule shown as Packers Ray Nitschke and Willie Wood can't stop Bill Brown from scoring. Fran Tarkenton signals the touchdown.
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John Gilliam, Vikings catch against Dave Robinson of the Packers
Vikings wide-out John Gilliam holds on to the ball for dear life as Packer Dave Robinson fights him for it. Gilliam In 4 seasons with the Vikings Gilliam had a 20 yard-per-catch average on 165 catches. He had 3297 yards and 27 TDs.
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Carroll Dale Packers Receiver
Packers receiver from 1965 to 1972. Still ranks #13 in receiving yards (5422) and #18 in receptions (275).
Billy Ray Smith Rushing Bart Starr in 1967 NFL Action
Bart Starr (#15) seems a bit undecided on which way to turn as long-time Colts veteran Billy Ray Smith (#74) breaks through into the Packers backfield.
Billy Wade rushed by Henry Jordan and the Packers Defense in 1963
Billy Wade is put under a heavy rush as Henry Jordan leads the Packers defense in a 1963 game between against Green Bay & Chicago. The Bears swept the Pack that year winning both games 10-3 and 26-7. At the end of the season Chicago was the NFL Western Division leader edging out Green Bay for the title.
James Lofton
Played 9 seasons with the Green Bay Packers and is still the #2 All-Time Leading Packer in Receiving Yards (9656), 4th in Total Catches (530) and 8th in Touchdown Catches (49).
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Brett Favre - Aaron Taylor, Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre, facing camera, celebrates with teammate Aaron Taylor (73) after throwing a touchdown in the second quarter against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XXXI in New Orleans Sunday Jan. 26, 1997. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta)
Doug Atkins puts pressure on Bart Starr - Saints vs Packers 1968
Veteran Packers lineman Bob Skoronski drops low to thwart Saints defensive end Doug Atkin's charge as Bart Starr gets the pass off. As a Saint in 1968, Big Doug had the most sacks of his 17-year career — an unofficial 12.5 sacks.
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Zeke Bratkowski shows off excellent passing form
Packers QB Zeke Bratkowski shows off excellent passing form here. While primarily a back-up most of his time in the NFL, Bratkowski filled in more than adequately several times during his 15-year career.
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Ted Hendricks 1975 Green Bay Packers Topps Football Trading Card #315
His Topps card from 1975 - but as with the previous year, he wasn't with the team he was featured with. Al Davis of the Raiders gave up not 1 but 2 1st-round draft picks to get him away from Green Bay. And while he only started 5 games he had 2 interceptions, 5 sacks and a safety. He would remain a Raider for the next 9 years.
Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
Jim Taylor runs past Rosey Grier in the 1962 NFL Title Game
Packers great Jim Taylor runs past Giants defensive tackle Rosey Grier (#76) and over (we think) cornerback Dick Lynch. The picture is from the 1962 Giants-Packers NFL Title game. Taylor was the games leading ground gainer with 85 yards and a touchdown as Green Bay came out on top 16-7.
Ted Fritsch 1950 Green Bay Packers Bowman NFL Football Card #11
His last year of a 9-year NFL career with the Packers, Ted is featured on this 1950 Bowman card.
1943 NFL Green Bay Packers Team Photo
The 1943 Green Bay Packers team photo. Ted Fritsch is second from the right, top row.
Brett Favre in Pre-Game Warm-up
Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre warms up in the Superdome prior to the start of Super Bowl XXXI in New Orleans Sunday Jan. 26, 1997. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)
Paul Hornung 1965 Championship Game
Hall of Famer Paul Hornung carries against the Cleveland Browns defense in the 1965 NFL Championship game. Hornung had 105 yards on 18 carries including a 13-yard touchdown run in the 3rd quarter that put the game out of reach of Browns. Final score - Green Bay 23 Cleveland 12.
Billy Joe Tolliver & Brett Favre
Billy Joe Tolliver ended his 9 year NFL trying out for the Green Bay Packers. Here he is with Bret Favre during the 2001 Preseason
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John Brockington
With his 1105 yards as a rookie in 1971, the Packers fullback was named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. He is also the first NFL running back to have 1000 yard seasons in their first 3 years in the League.
Henry Jordan and Ray Nitschk stop Ken Willard
Henry Jordan (#74) and the Packers defense stops 49ers fullback Ken Willard. Middle linebacker Ray Nitschke (#66) moves in to finish the San Francisco runner.
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The Lions Alex Karras Tackles the Packers Bart Starr behind the line of Scrimmage
Lions greats Roger Brown (#76) and Alex Karras (#71) break through the line to stop Packers QB Bart Starr (#15) before he can do anything. In the background linebacker Joe Schmidt (#56) & center Ken Bowmen (#57) are locked in contest.
The Lions Mel Farr carries against Robert Brown & Lee Roy Caffey of the Green Bay Packers
As Lions runner Mel Farr carries into the Packers Defense Robert Brown (#78) & Lee Roy Caffey (#60) make haste to close in. As a rookie in 1967, Farr was #7 in the league with 1177 yards from scrimmage.
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Packers qb Brett Favre celebrates with lineman #73 Aaron Taylor after throwing a second quarter TD strike to Antonio Freeman.
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Del Shofner, Giants makes a catch against Herb Adderley & Willie Wood of the Green Bay Packers in 1962
Giants receiver Del Shofner is stopped by Packers Willie Wood and Herb Adderley in the 1962 NFL Championship game. Shofner had 5 catches in the game. For Green Bay, the 16-7 win gave them their second straight NFL Title.
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Herb Adderley interception against Atlanta in 1968
Herb Adderley returns one of the 2 interceptions he had in the 38-7 Packers win over the Falcons in 1968. At the far right is Atlanta rookie Jim "Cannonball" Butler from Edward Waters University in Jacksonville Florida.
Other Packers shown are Jim Weatherwax (#73), Herb Adderley (#26), Willie Wood (#24) & Dave Robinson (#89).
Chuck Howley and Leroy Jordan put the Pressure on Packers QB Scott Hunter
Cowboy linebacking legends Chuck Howley (#54) & Lee Roy Jordan (#55) force Packers quarterback Scott Hunter (#16) to get rid of the ball./
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John Brockington, Packers Running Back
The 1st-round pick of the Packers in 1971 out of Ohio State. Stayed in Green Bay until the beginning of the 1977 season when he left as the team's #2 All Time Leading rusher with 5024 yards, second only to Jim Taylor.
Jim Grabowski running against the Chicago Bears Defense
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Green Bay Quarterback Bart Starr
Quarterbacked the Packers to 104 Regular and Post Season victories and 5 NFL Championships.
Herb Adderley of the Packers closes in on Vikings Receiver Paul Flately - 1963 NFL
Packer Herb Adderly closes in on Vikings rookie receiver Paul Flately in 1963. That year Flately earned Rookie of the Year honors while Adderly made the All Pro Team.
Willie Wood & Doug Hart Stop Walt Garrison in this Vintage NFL Photo
Early 1970s action - Packers Willie Wood and Doug Hart put the stop on Cowboy fullback Walt Garrison. In 1970 Willie Wood, an 11-year veteran at this time, went to his 8th Pro Bowl.
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Fred Thurston 1962 Green Bay Packers Topps NFL Football Trading Card #69
Fuzzy Thurston on his 1962 Topps card - started all 14 games and the Championship games against the Giants.
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Packers receiver Carroll Dale gets behind Rams defender Clancy Williams (#24).
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Jim Taylor
One of the most recognized fullbacks of the NFL in the 1960s Taylor was a major contributor to the success of Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packer teams. Rushed for almost 8600 yards in his 10-year career. Inducted in to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1976.
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