A former Packers guard, now 89 years old, still quietly helps maintain Lambeau Field every morning. He says that when he hears the fans shout “Go Pack Go,” every ache of age disappears.
Green Bay, WI – Long after the cheers faded and the pads came off, a former Green Bay Packers guard still reports to work at Lambeau Field — not to protect quarterbacks, but to care for the very field he once fought to dominate.
Now 89 years old, he begins each day before sunrise, helping the grounds crew maintain the turf that has seen generations of Packers players come and go. For him, it’s not about nostalgia — it’s about belonging.
That man is Jerry Kramer, who played for the Green Bay Packers from 1958 to 1968, anchoring the offensive line and contributing to some of the most iconic moments in NFL history, including the famous “Ice Bowl” and five NFL championships. While never seeking the spotlight, he was the heart of the Packers’ offensive line and a key figure in their success.
Kramer appeared in 130 career games and started 119, earning three All-Pro selections and making an indelible mark on the history of the franchise. His blocking for legendary quarterback Bart Starr and running back Jim Taylor was instrumental in Green Bay’s dominance during the 1960s.
Teammates called him “The Rock” — not for flashy plays, but for the reliability and consistency he brought to the offensive line, opening holes and protecting the team’s key players.
After his retirement in 1968, Kramer remained a beloved figure in Green Bay, working in various business and philanthropic endeavors before eventually returning to Lambeau Field, the place that felt most like home.
Today, he can be seen walking the field with a rake in hand, fixing divots and checking the turf before each home game. When asked why, he just smiles and says it keeps him close to the game that shaped his life.
For Jerry Kramer, the roar of the Packers crowd still carries the same warmth it did decades ago — a reminder that once you’ve been a Packer, you always are.
Bills Legend Eric Moulds Sells Final Game-Worn Jersey to Support Teammate Battling Parkinson’s Disease
Buffalo, NY – November 1, 2025
In a gesture that’s brought a wave of emotion across
game-worn jersey from his final season to support a former teammate now facing the hardest battle of his life.
For fans who remember the late ’90s and early 2000s, Moulds was the lone constant in an era of instability. Known for his precision routes, contested catches, and quiet leadership, he became the franchise’s beacon of hope through years of quarterback turnover. From 1996 to 2005, he posted
675 receptions, 9,096 yards, and 48 touchdowns, including a historic 100-catch season in 2002, earning three Pro Bowl selections and a permanent place among the Bills’ all-time greats.
That former teammate is Takeo Spikes, the relentless linebacker who commanded Buffalo’s defense with passion and authority. During his time with the team (2003–2005), Spikes recorded over 200 tackles
, earned two Pro Bowls and an All-Pro selection in 2003, and became known as the emotional core of the defense — the “defensive quarterback” who brought fire to every down.
💬 “We carried this team through the storms — him on defense, me on offense,” Moulds said quietly. “Now that he’s fighting something far tougher than any Sunday battle, I want this jersey to fight for him — the same way he fought for Buffalo.”
Spikes, beloved for his intensity and leadership, has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, a neurological disorder that has gradually affected his movement and coordination. Despite the diagnosis, those close to him say his trademark energy and optimism haven’t faded — he continues to train, mentor young athletes, and advocate for player health awareness.
Moulds’ decision to sell his final jersey isn’t about nostalgia — it’s about brotherhood. The proceeds from the auction will go directly to the Bills Alumni Health & Wellness Fund
, supporting Spikes’ treatment and ongoing medical research into Parkinson’s and other neurodegenerative conditions among retired NFL players.
💬 “This jersey carried our pride, our pain, and our fight,” Moulds reflected.
