The 10 greatest Green Bay Packers of all time reflect a rich history in professional football that captivates fans and analysts alike.
The Green Bay Packers stand as one of only seven franchises in NFL history to claim at least four Super Bowl victories. These triumphs follow an impressive nine NFL Championships won during the pre-Super Bowl era. The team has been home to numerous legendary players, boasting the second-highest number of Hall of Famers in league history with 34.
Here is a look at the ten greatest Packers of all time.
10. DE-DT Reggie White
9. FB Jim Taylor
8. DB Willie Wood
Willie Wood entered the Packers’ starting lineup in 1961 and quickly became a key player on their defense. That year, he recorded five interceptions and followed up with a league-leading nine interceptions in 1962. A four-time All-Pro, Wood spent his entire 12-year career with Green Bay, earning Pro Bowl honors eight times and averaging four interceptions each season. He ranks second in Packers history with 48 interceptions and contributed to five championship-winning teams.
7. DB Herb Adderley
Herb Adderley excelled as a ball hawk in the Packers’ secondary, turning interceptions into scoring opportunities. Over nine seasons (1961-69), Adderley averaged four interceptions per year and returned seven of those for touchdowns. He led the NFL in interception return yards twice and is third in Packers history with 39 interceptions. His career continued with three seasons at the Dallas Cowboys.
6. LB Ray Nitschke
Ray Nitschke is celebrated as one of the finest linebackers in Packers history. A two-time All-Pro, he played a pivotal role on five championship teams during his 15-year career (1958-72). Nitschke recovered two fumbles in the 1962 NFL Championship Game against the New York Giants and holds the franchise record for fumble recoveries, excluding quarterback recoveries, with 23. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1978.
5. QB Brett Favre
4. OL Forrest Gregg
3. QB Aaron Rodgers
Aaron Rodgers took the reins as the Packers’ starting quarterback in 2008 after three seasons as Brett Favre’s backup. Over 15 seasons (2008-22), he established himself as one of the NFL’s elite quarterbacks. Rodgers earned four NFL MVP awards, made ten Pro Bowl selections, and led the team to victory in Super Bowl XLV, where he was also named MVP. He holds the franchise record for 475 passing touchdowns and ranks second with 59,055 passing yards. Rodgers led the league in passer rating four times and consistently demonstrated his ability to minimize turnovers.
2. E-DB-DE Don Hutson
Don Hutson was a versatile player who excelled as both a receiver and a defender. He led the NFL in receiving yards seven times and receiving touchdowns nine times. In his final six seasons (1940-45), Hutson switched to defense, averaging six interceptions per year while also contributing as a kicker. An All-Pro in eight of his 11 seasons (1935-45), he holds the franchise records for 99 receiving touchdowns and ranks fifth in receiving yards with 7,991. Hutson was instrumental in three championship victories for Green Bay.
1. QB Bart Starr
Bart Starr is synonymous with the Packers’ golden era. He led the team to five championships in seven years and earned two Super Bowl MVP awards. A four-time Pro Bowler, Starr was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1977. In ten postseason starts, the Packers achieved a remarkable 9-1 record under his leadership. Starr amassed 1,753 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, and a 104.8 passer rating in the playoffs, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure. Throughout his 16-year career, the Packers maintained a regular-season record of 94-57-6 with Starr at the helm.
Honorable mentions:
- DT-DE Henry Jordan
- DB LeRoy Butler
- WR Donald Driver
- FB-HB Paul Hornung
- OG Jerry Kramer
- DE-DT Willie Davis
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