1967 Green Bay Packers Team Roster Key Players and Stats Overview
The page from the 1967 First Official Illustrated Digest of the NFL highlights key players of the Green Bay Packers, a prominent team in the National Football League during that period. Jerry Kramer, a guard from Idaho, is noted for overcoming childhood injuries to excel as a No. 4 draft choice in 1958. An All-Pro in 1960, 1962, and 1963, he notably scored 91 points for the Packers in 1963. Ray Nitschke, a linebacker hailing from Illinois, was a No. 3 draft choice, recognized for his significant contributions in the NFL, including being an All-Pro from 1964 to 1966. Elijah Pitts, a halfback from Philander-Smith, demonstrated versatility in rushing and receiving, while Dave Robinson, a linebacker from Penn State, was a vital component on both defense and special teams. Bart Starr, the team’s quarterback from Alabama, was celebrated as the MVP of the NFL and Super Bowl in 1966.