Packers traded their first and second round pick to acquire Ruettgers in the first round of the ’85 draft.
By ’88, established himself as one of the best OL in the league.
Known for shrewd preparation, meticulous record keeping of opponents, game film study, and weight room work ethic.
Played against Lawrence Taylor and shut him out in the final game of the season as he was attempting to eclipse the NFL sack record.
Played for the Packers through 1996, but as injuries mounted over his career, he ultimately had to retire.
Over his playing time he appeared in 156 games, starting 140 and winning Super Bowl XXXI.
Has coached high school football in Oregon and teaches sociology at the college level.
Action Packed 1990, #89
ACCOLADES:
Packers Hall of Fame 2013
Packers Offensive MVP 1989
NOTES:
Ken appears in both Tecmo Super Bowl and the follow up Super Nintendo/ Genesis games as a member of the Packers. Ken had some great cards and among them were these two beauties that I really wanted to add to their respective sets. He still has a few more and I may look into those at a much later date.
CARD: Action Packed Whizzer White Award 1991 ACQUIRED: 2023, EBay
CAREER SNAPSHOT:
Played both ways at Grambling University- at OT and DE.
Selected by the Cleveland Browns in the 1956 NFL Draft.
Due to military commitments, did not see the field until 1958.
Traded to Green Bay in 1960 and played exclusively at DE.
A significant contributor to the Packers defensive dominance during the 60s.
Never missed a game during his ten seasons with the Packers.
Captained Green Bay to 5 NFL Championships and 2 Super Bowl wins.
Sacks and tackles were not officially tracked statistics, but unofficially Willie has been credited with in excess of 125 sacks, including 25 in one season.
Retired after the 1969 season.
Dabbled in color commentary and was president of a series of radio stations.
Served as a director on the ’84 US Olympic Committee.
ACCOLADES:
Pro Football Hall of Fame 1981
Byron Whizzer White Award 1969
NAACCP Man of the Year Award 1978
Willie Davis Day 12/21/1969
All Pro 1962-’67
Pro Bowl 1963-’67
Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
NFL All 1960’s Team
NOTES:
Willie Davis is frequently confused with the WR by the same name and vice versa. Since Davis passed away, I didn’t hold out much hope getting him on anything. The Packer legend remains in demand even after passing and I had a quick and protracted fight with another EBay buyer to get this one off their hands.
EPITAPH:
4/15/20- Willie passed away peacefully at Santa Monica Hospital due to kidney failure at the age of 85.
