Herb Adderley
Inducted:
1980
Player Stats
Stats:
6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
205 lb (93 kg)
Born:
June 8, 1939
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Position:
Cornerback
College:
Michigan State Spartans
Herb Adderley was one of the greatest cornerbacks in NFL history, playing a crucial role in the dominance of the Green Bay Packers during the 1960s. Drafted in the first round in 1961, Adderley was initially a running back before legendary coach Vince Lombardi switched him to cornerback—a move that changed the course of his career. His speed, instincts, and ability to make game-changing plays made him an essential part of the Packers' defense, helping them win five NFL Championships and the first two Super Bowls.
Adderley later joined the Dallas Cowboys, where he won another Super Bowl in 1971, making him one of the few players to win championships with two franchises. His 48 career interceptions, seven pick-sixes, and lockdown coverage solidified his status as one of the best defensive backs of all time.
He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1980.
Adderley's Awards and Records
- 5× NFL Champion (1961, 1962, 1965, 1966, 1967)
- 3× Super Bowl Champion (I, II, VI)
- 5× Pro Bowl Selection (1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1969)
- 4× First-Team All-Pro (1962, 1963, 1965, 1966)
- NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
- NFL 75th & 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams
- Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1980)
- Inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
NFL Records
- First Defensive Touchdown in Super Bowl History (Super Bowl II)
- Most Interceptions Returned for Touchdowns at Retirement (7)
- Named to the NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
- Named to the NFL 75th & 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams
- Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1980)
- Inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
NFL Teams
Green Bay Packers (1961–1969)
Dallas Cowboys (1970–1972)
NFL draft:
1961: 1st round, 12th pick
Numbers Worn:
26,88
NFL Stats
Seasons:
12
Games Played:
164
Passing Touchdowns:
7
Passing Yards:
1,046
Kickoff Return Yards:
3,080
Interceptions:
48
Fumble recoveries:
14
Pro Bowls:
5
Sports Fan Products
NFL Hall of Fame
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