Jim Ringo: Career Overview

Date of Birth: November 21, 1931

Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)

Teams:

• Green Bay Packers (1953–1963)
• Philadelphia Eagles (1964–1967)

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

• Pro Bowl Selections: Ringo was selected to the Pro Bowl 8 times during his career (1956, 1958–1962, 1964).
• First-Team All-Pro: He earned First-Team All-Pro honors 6 times (1956, 1958–1961).
• Second-Team All-Pro: Ringo was named to the Second-Team All-Pro in 1962.
• Super Bowl Champion: He won the NFL Championship with the Green Bay Packers in 1961 and 1962, and was part of the team that won Super Bowl I in 1967.
• Hall of Fame Induction: Ringo was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1981, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the game.
• Iron Man: Known for his durability, Ringo played in 186 consecutive games during his career.

Legacy

Jim Ringo is widely regarded as one of the greatest centers in NFL history. His ability to excel in both run blocking and pass protection was crucial to the success of the Packers during the 1960s. Ringo's leadership on the field and his skills contributed significantly to the team's dominance in the league during his tenure.

After retiring from playing, Ringo transitioned to coaching and continued to influence the game, sharing his knowledge and expertise with the next generation of players.