Ray Nitschke

American football player (1936-1998) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 61

Raymond Ernest Nitschke was an American professional football player who spent his entire 15-year career as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) with the Green Bay Packers.

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Career 2

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Green Bay Packers

Illinois Fighting Illini football

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Ray Nitschke Memorial Bridge

Awards

Pro Football Hall of Fame

About this person

Enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1978, he was the anchor of the defense for head coach Vince Lombardi in the 1960s, leading the Packers to five NFL championships and victories in the first two Super Bowls.

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United States