Saturday, June 26, 2010

Forrest and Max

A look back in time allows us to join Packer legends Forrest Gregg and Max McGee on the Lambeau Field sideline in this undated 1960’s photograph. It looks to be a late Fall day as they watch their defensive teammates take it to the opposition, more likely than not. Gregg played through the 1970 season, while McGee retired after the 1967 season — Lombardi’s last in Green Bay. The head coaching ranks called to Gregg afterwards, where he served three teams — Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Green Bay. McGee, of course, was a success in business, being a major partner in the development of the Chi Chi’s chain of restaurants. He is also well-known among long-time listeners of the Packer Radio Network as the color commentator on Green Bay games with Jim Irwin for many years.