Forrest Gregg, Jim Taylor, Don Hutson, and Reggie White. What do these guys all have in common? They're all ledgends Packer history.
History of the Packers: The Packers have won a total of 13 championships, including four Super Bowsl, which is more than any other American professional football team. The Packers are also the only team ever to win three strate NFL titles, which they did twice (1929–1931 and 1965–67).
So now that you have learned a little about the Packers you can read about some of the players which led the packers to their success.
Offensive tackle: Forrest Greg
Forrest Greg was apart of the Packers all-time team. He was selected by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1994. He won five titles under Lombardi.
Running back: Jim Taylor
When he retired he was the NFL’s 2nd tall-time leading rusher. He set a Packera record and he led the league in rushing yards with 1,474 yards in 1962 and 90 touchdowns. This was the only that anyone was “beat out” Jim Brown.
Coach: Vince Lombardi
When Vince Lombardi was coaching the Packers won five NFL championships. Including the first two Super Bowls. Lombardi’s team was 89-29-4.
Wide receiver: Don Hutson
Don Hutson was the first great pass receiver. Hutson was the best wide receiver in the NFL before Jerry Rice. In 1945 he retires as the NFL’s all time leader in receptions, yards, and touchdowns.
Quarterback: Bart Starr
9-1 in the post season. He had the Packers "on top" five times. He was also on the all-time team.
Defensive lineman: Reggie White
White was one of the best defensive lineman in the NFL. He had 68.5 sacks and legendary plays. He was in his thirtys for his six season with the Packers.






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