Vince Lombardi being carried off the field after his first victory as the Packers’ head coach is the photo we’re presenting today. On September 27, 1959, Green Bay met their Western Conference rival, the Chicago Bears, at City Stadium for the season-opener. In front of 32,132 fans, they came out on top of the visitors from the Windy City, 9-6. The scoring for the Packers on that day consisted of a touchdown run of five yards by fullback Jim Taylor (with the ensuing extra point by Paul Hornung), and a safety by defensive lineman Dave “Hawg” Hanner. Under center that day was Lamar McHan, who completed three of 12 passes.
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Lombardi’s First Victory
Vince Lombardi being carried off the field after his first victory as the Packers’ head coach is the photo we’re presenting today. On September 27, 1959, Green Bay met their Western Conference rival, the Chicago Bears, at City Stadium for the season-opener. In front of 32,132 fans, they came out on top of the visitors from the Windy City, 9-6. The scoring for the Packers on that day consisted of a touchdown run of five yards by fullback Jim Taylor (with the ensuing extra point by Paul Hornung), and a safety by defensive lineman Dave “Hawg” Hanner. Under center that day was Lamar McHan, who completed three of 12 passes.