GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — The Green and Gold revealed a new look Thursday morning.
The Green Bay Packers introduced their third uniform at the Packers Pro Shop. The alternate joins the Packers’ standard home and road uniforms.
Fans entered the Packers Pro Shop at Lambeau Field early Thursday morning for their chance at getting the brand new alternate jersey.
The Pack wore this style of uniform from 1950-1953. That was the second time in franchise history that green and gold was seen on the field.
Jerseys, hats and even tumblers are some of the 1950s themed items that fans can purchase for themselves.
Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy is excited to celebrate the organizations history with the fans.
“It’s really exciting, we have such a great history and tradition and I know our fans really enjoy the third alternate, historic jerseys,” said Murphy. “I think this one is really going to appeal to them. It’s a unique color combination with both green pants and a green jersey. I know our players that were involved in the photoshoot for these just loved them.”
While the 1950s were not an incredibly successful time for Green Bay, it marked a new identity for the Packers, beginning with team founder Curly Lambeau leaving the organization, and ending with the arrival of legendary coach Vince Lombardi.
One player clearly stands out from the 1950s in Packers history: Bobby Dillon, who was inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio earlier this month.
“It’s timely. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame this year after a long wait,” said Packers team historian Cliff Christl. “He was a great player. I mean, he still holds the interception record and he played in 12-game seasons.”
One fan is excited that his favorite current Packers players get to wear these jerseys.
“I think it’s pretty cool. You know, my dad, he got to grow up seeing all those guys and my grandpa got to see them too,” said Packers fan Casey Johnson. “Being able to see these same colors on the jerseys that you know are worn by players that I got to grow up seeing, but, you know, paying homage to those players, I think it’s a really cool thing to do.”
The 50s Classic Uniform will debut Week 7 at Lambeau Field against Washington.
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