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1977 — FORREST GREGGTackle (1956, 1958-70)Also played for Dallas Cowboys (1971). Drafted in the second round (20th overall) in 1956. Wasnamed All-Pro eight times (including All-Pro at both guard and tackle in 1965) and nine times to the ProBowl. Called by Vince Lombardi “the finest player I ever coached.” Voted to NFL’s 75th Anniversary Teamin 1994. Held the Packers record for durability with 187 consecutive games played, until surpassed byBrett Favre in 2003. Head coach of Green Bay Packers, 1984-87. Also served as head coach of ClevelandBrowns (1975-77) and Cincinnati Bengals (1980-83). Played college football at SMU. Born Oct. 18,1933, in Birthright, Texas.1977 — BART STARRQuarterback (1956-71)Drafted in 17th round in 1956. Became the winningest quarterback in football, directing the Packersto six Western Division titles and five world titles, including two Super Bowl victories, and earning MVPhonors in Super Bowls I and II. Led the league in passing in 1962, 1964 and 1966, and was named to thePro Bowl four times. Held Packers career record for most games played (196) until surpassed by BrettFavre in 2004. In 1972 he coached Packers’ quarterbacks. Head coach of Green Bay Packers, 1975-83.He played college football at Alabama. Born Jan. 9, 1934, in Montgomery, Ala.1978 — RAY NITSCHKELinebacker (1958-72)Drafted in third round in 1958 after playing fullback at Illinois. Most Valuable Player in 1962 NFLtitle game vs. N.Y. Giants. Named to the NFL’s All-50-Year and 75th Anniversary teams. All-Pro in 1964,1965 and 1966; Pro Bowl selection in 1964. Played in fourth-most games (190) in Packers history. Had25 career interceptions. Born Dec. 29, 1936, in Elmwood Park, Ill. Died March 8, 1998, at age of 61.COMMUNITYPRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME, CANTONADMIN. &COACHES1980 — HERB ADDERLEYCornerback (1961-69)Also played for Dallas Cowboys (1970-72). Packers’ No. 1 draft choice (Michigan State) in 1961.Five-time All-Pro at cornerback. Played in five Pro Bowls, four of first six Super Bowls (two with GreenBay, two with Dallas). Had 48 career interceptions (39 with Packers); ran seven back for TDs (second inGreen Bay history), including three in 1965. Born June 8, 1939, in Philadelphia.1981 — WILLIE DAVISDefensive End (1960-69)Also played for Cleveland (1958-59). A 15th-round draft choice, he came to Packers from Brownsin 1960 trade. Became one of premier pass rushers in pro football history, earning All-Pro honors fivetimes and selection to Pro Bowl five times. Holds all-time Packers record for career fumble recoveries(21). Helped Packers win five NFL titles during 1960s. Played college football at Grambling. Served onPackers’ board of directors from 1994-2005. Born July 24, 1934, in Lisbon, La.DRAFT &VETERANS FREE AGENTS 2012 REVIEW1981 — JIM RINGOCenter (1953-63)Also played for Philadelphia (1964-67). Seventh-round draft choice out of Syracuse in 1953. Wenton to earn All-Pro honors eight times, seven with the Packers, and played in 10 Pro Bowls, seven withthe Packers. Highly durable performer, once held NFL record for most consecutive games played (183),including 126 with Green Bay. Helped Packers win back-to-back NFL titles in 1961-62. Traded to Eaglesin 1964. Born Nov. 21, 1931, in Orange, N.J. Died Nov. 19, 2007, at age of 75.PRO HALLOF FAME1986 — PAUL HORNUNGHalfback (1957-62, 1964-66)One of the most versatile players in pro football history, he won NFL scoring title three consecutiveyears (1959-60-61), setting league record of 176 points in 1960 (which stood 46 years until brokenby LaDainian Tomlinson in 2006). Also shares second-highest single-game NFL playoff scoring record,19 points. All-Pro selection two times and named to Pro Bowl twice. Averaged 4.2 yards per rush,caught 130 passes and kicked 66 field goals during nine-year career. Fifth-ranked scorer in Packershistory entering 2013 season with 760 points. Bonus choice (first player selected overall) in 1957 NFLDraft. Played college football at Notre Dame, winning Heisman Trophy in 1956 (only player ever to winHeisman on a team with a losing record). Born Dec. 23, 1935, in Louisville, Ky.LAMBEAUFIELD MISC.493