History of the Packers

They first became a team in 1919, they were first called together by Curly Lambeau, which is what they named their field after.  Their first stadium ever pnly a held a couple hundred at most, but in their advantage were always full.  Since then they have won 4 superbowls, which ranks in the top 5 for all teams existing.  Over 140 players/coaches have been inducted into The Hall of Fame.  These are just a few facts about the Packers and that is why they are one of the best teams ever. 


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Rookies

Two of the biggest names that the Green Bay Packers selected were Running Backs Eddie Lacy, and Jonathon Franklin, one from Alabama and the other UCLA.  Why these running backs will benefit the Packers on and off the field with all of their talkents.  Lacy was ranked the number one RB according to Mel Kiper and the Packers STOLE him in the second round which most people think is the biggest steal of the draft.  Being a beast on the field but also off, Eddie Lacy is one of the most well known names coming out of this draft.  Being in the Alabama market and winning all of those titles he is destined to make an immediate impact on the Packers once he throws that jersey on. 

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How its getting paid

Since the public could not fund this or at least the Packers did not want any funds the Green Bay local economy will benefit 140 million dollars.  That money will go towards Lambeau field Atrium, which is right next to the field.  The main reason for this project was to intensify the game.  Ted Thomson said,"It is going to be a crucial addition to the stadium, giving us that much more of an advantage."

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The long process

This project started September 1st and last for 32 months.  It will all be ready in the very start of the 2013 season.  The current seating will be 72,928 after this renovation and will be a huge advantage for the Packers.  The happiest of them all is owner Ted Thomson.  He is very ecstatic about this project because of the huge homefield it will oppose on the away team. 


http://www.packers.com/news-and-events/article-1/Lambeau-Field-Atrium-renovations-set-to-begin-this-offseason/e9a4199f-07cd-4f1a-a7df-aab745159023

Berg, Katherine F. "Lambeau Field Renovation Enters 2nd Phase." Packersnews. Packers, 4 July 4. Web. 12 May 2013.

Where the seats will be added and the inside additions of the renovations

Roughly 3,000 will be added to the South side end zone.  Meanwhile in the North end zone will seat around 7,000.  These new additions will create a huge homefield advantage for the Packers, even though they dont need it because they are the best team in the NFL.  The will also add some new gates and will have 6 elevators on the bottom level.  Lastly they will add some more suites which will generate more money then most people believe. 


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Berg, Katherine F. "Lambeau Field Renovation Enters 2nd Phase." Packersnews. Packers, 4 July 4. Web. 12 May 2013.

Unique additions

Along with the new walk through area and the purchase of the 28 acres by the stadium, they also had some other cool things.  They now purchased around 5 x-ray machines so when a man goes down they will get treated right away.  They got new locker rooms along with some courts.  They got some basketball and racquetball courts that they can use in their free time or after a light practice to keep their competitiveness up.



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Berg, Katherine F. "Lambeau Field Renovation Enters 2nd Phase." Packersnews. Packers, 4 July 4. Web. 12 May 2013.

Packer Facts

Lambeau Field will be hosting its 55th season in this upcoming 2013 season.  The renovation last a total 32 months and it will be ending within the next couple of months.  Lambeau Field was first built in 1957 and was last renovated in 2003.   The Packers are the most known for their "Cheese Heads".  Which you buy at the local pro shop in Wisconsin or can obviously purchase online. 

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Berg, Katherine F. "Lambeau Field Renovation Enters 2nd Phase." Packersnews. Packers, 4 July 4. Web. 12 May 2013.