American · Jamesburg, USA · Born 29 December 1936 · Died 1998-03-08American football linebacker who played 15 seasons for Green Bay Packers, winning 5 NFL Championships and 2 Super Bowls, inducted into Hall of Fame 1978.
Ray Nitschke was the Green Bay Packers' fierce middle linebacker and one of the defining players of Vince Lombardi's dynasty teams of the 1960s. A fierce competitor who anchored the Packers' defence during their run of five NFL Championships and two Super Bowls, Nitschke is considered one of the greatest middle linebackers in football history. His aggressive style and leadership on the field made him an icon of football's golden age.
Fierce middle linebacker play, leadership of Packers defense during championship era, iconic bald head and gap-toothed smile
How They Played
Aggressive, hard-hitting middle linebacker with exceptional instincts and leadership qualities
Lasting Impact
Considered one of the greatest linebackers in NFL history and the heart of Green Bay's championship teams
Career Honours
- Hall of Fame 1978
- Super Bowl I, II Champion
- NFL Championship 5x
- Pro Bowl 3x
- All-Pro 2x
- Green Bay Packers franchise LB icon
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Bay Packers | 1958–1972 | 190 | #66 |
American Athletes