Jim Ringo
Inducted:
1981
Player Stats
6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
232 lb (105 kg)
Born:
November 21, 1931
Orange, New Jersey, U.S.
Died:
November 19, 2007
Chesapeake, Virginia, U.S.
Position:
Center
College:
Syracuse
Jim Ringo was one of the finest centers in NFL history, celebrated for his quickness, intelligence, and leadership on the field. Born in 1931, he was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 1953 and became the anchor of their offensive line for over a decade. Known for his agility and technique, Ringo was a key part of Vince Lombardi’s legendary Packers teams that dominated the 1960s. He helped pave the way for Hall of Fame running backs Paul Hornung and Jim Taylor, playing a crucial role in the Packers’ back-to-back NFL championships in 1961 and 1962.
Ringo later finished his career with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he also served as a player-coach. A 10-time Pro Bowler and six-time First-Team All-Pro, Ringo’s consistency and durability defined his career. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1981, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest centers ever to play the game.
Ringo's Awards and Honors
- 2× NFL champion (1961, 1962)
- 7× First-team All-Pro (1957–1963)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1964, 1966)
- 10× Pro Bowl (1957–1965, 1967)
- NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
- Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
- Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame
NFL Records
- Started 183 consecutive games at center
- Helped lead Packers’ offense to multiple league rushing titles
- Key blocker for Hall of Fame backs Paul Hornung and Jim Taylor
NFL Teams
Green Bay Packers (1953–1963)
Philadelphia Eagles (1964–1967)
NFL Draft:
1953: 7th round, 79th overall pick
Green Bay Packers
Number Worn:
51, 54
NFL Stats
Seasons:
15 (1953–1967)
Games Played:
187
Games started:
186
Fumble recoveries:
7