Green Bay Appleton, WI, September 24, 2026 —

More than 50 former Green Bay Packers players were recognized on the field during a halftime ceremony at Lambeau Field on Thursday. The event commemorated significant anniversaries for the franchise, specifically the 60th anniversary of the team’s victory in Super Bowl I and the 30th anniversary of their triumph in Super Bowl XXXI.

Alumni from various eras of Packers football were in attendance, representing a rich history of team success. The ceremony provided an opportunity for fans to acknowledge the contributions of these former athletes who played a role in some of the team’s most memorable moments.

Super Bowl I, played on January 15, 1967, marked the first AFL-NFL World Championship Game. The Packers, led by legendary coach Vince Lombardi, defeated the Kansas City Chiefs with a score of 35-10. This victory established the Packers as a dominant force in professional football.

Thirty years later, on January 26, 1997, the Packers secured their third Super Bowl title by winning Super Bowl XXXI. The team, coached by Mike Holmgren and quarterbacked by Brett Favre, defeated the New England Patriots 35-21. This win was a significant achievement for the team and its fanbase in the modern era of the NFL.

The gathering of over 50 alumni at Lambeau Field served as a reunion for many former players and a chance for current fans to connect with the team’s storied past. The halftime event highlighted the enduring legacy of the Green Bay Packers and the players who have contributed to its tradition of excellence.


Story summarized from the original created by Drew Best on www.wbay.com, see more information here.

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