Nothing says success in the NFL like the Green Bay Packers. The team is arguably the most storied franchise in the league, with a history dating back over a century. And it all started in one of the editorial rooms at the Green Bay Press-Gazette.

As you’d expect from a team founded over 100 years ago, there’s no shortage of interesting and fun facts. Some of these might even help bettors come up with the best football betting strategy. Let’s get right into it, shall we?

1. Green Bay Is Also Known as Titletown

Any seasoned fan knows that Green Bay is also called Titletown. But why? Well, the reason is quite simple: the team has won 13 NFL championships, including four Super Bowls. Other teams like the Chicago Bears and NY Giants have only won nine and eight championships.

2. The Team Has Retired Six Numbers

Retiring a number is the best way to pay homage to a legendary player. That’s exactly what the Packers did with six of their best all-time players: Tony Canadeo (3), Don Hudson (14), Ray Nitschke (66), Bart Starr (15), Reggie White (92), and Brett Favre (4).

3. The Packers Can’t Have a Majority Owner

If the Packers had another motto, it'd probably be “for the people, by the people”. This is because they’re a publicly owned non-profit organization, which helps ensure widespread ownership. A single person can only have a maximum of 200,000 shares, out of 5,204,625.

4. Most Playoff Appearances

The Green Bay Packers have made it to the playoffs 37 times as of 2025, surpassing teams like the Cowboys (36), the Steelers (35), and the Giants (33). This shows the team’s ability to stay consistent and competitive over decades.

5. Most Wins in the NFL

Since 1920, the Packers have won 810 NFL matches – the most by any team. Of course, one might argue it’s due to their long-standing history. However, teams like the Chicago Bears and Arizona Cardinals are actually older, both being established in 1920.

6. Season Tickets Are Sold Out Since 1960

Everyone knows the only way to get Packers season tickets is to inherit them or marry into them. As of 2024, the waiting list had nearly 150,000 names. With a 99% renewal rate, this means that only a few select people manage to get tickets each year.

7. The Original Name Was Green Bay Indians

When the team was established in 1919, they were called the Green Bay Indians. The name was later changed to Green Bay Packers after they secured a deal with their first sponsor, the Indian Packing Company.

8. The Packers Have Their Own Hall of Fame

Nowadays, many NFL teams have their own Hall of Fame. However, the Packers were the first to have a team-specific Hall of Fame. It was established in 1970 to honor the franchise’s best players and coaches.

9. Lambeau Field is Known as Frozen Tundra

The “Frozen Tundra” nickname for the Packers’ iconic stadium goes as far back as 1965. As you might have guessed, this is due to the ice-cold weather felt during late-season games in Green Bay, especially the 1967 Ice Bowl, where temperatures reached -15ºF.

10. The Iconic Cheese Hats

The original Cheesehead hats were made out of a couch cushion to mock Illinois fans in a 1987 game. Over time, they became known as a symbol of Packer pride, resulting in a sea of yellow foam every game. There are even PDF printables to make your own hat, so you can become a Cheesehead in minutes.