15 Things No One Told You About Being A Green Bay Packers Fan

By Michael Terrill

15 Things No One Told You About Being A Green Bay Packers Fan

Green Bay Packers — There is nothing better in the sports world than being a fan of the Green Bay Packers. The team is rich in history, recognizable and incredibly successful. Of course, being a fan of Green Bay means abiding by the rules and traditions. These are the 15 things no one told you about being a Packers fan.

15. Championships Happen, But Sometimes You Have To Wait Awhile

Championships Happen, But Sometimes You Have To Wait Awhile

15. Championships Happen, But Sometimes You Have To Wait Awhile

Championships Happen, But Sometimes You Have To Wait Awhile — No team in NFL history has won more championships (13) than the Packers have. Unfortunately, after a string of titles in the 1930s and 1960s, Green Bay has only won two Super Bowls in the last 47 years. Therefore, it makes sense why the Packers reside in Titletown, USA, but fans have been forced to wait quite some time in between championships. For instance, there was a 14-year difference between the last two Super Bowl wins.

14. Insults About Green Bay’s Lifestyle Are Common

Insults About Green Bay’s Lifestyle Are Common

14. Insults About Green Bay’s Lifestyle Are Common

Insults About Green Bay’s Lifestyle Are Common — Opposing fans of the Packers cannot make fun of the team itself due to the astonishing amount of success the organization has had over the past 20 years. That is why those fans typically redirect their insults towards the Packer faithful. The slights typically involve how Packers fans live in an incredibly boring city that is inhabited by obese people from all the beer, brats and cheese that is consumed. No matter what, stay proud Packers fans.

13. There’s No Greater Love-Hate Relationship Than That With Brett Favre

There’s No Greater Love-Hate Relationship Than That With Brett Favre

13. There’s No Greater Love-Hate Relationship Than That With Brett Favre

There’s No Greater Love-Hate Relationship Than That With Brett Favre — You may think you know all about love-hate relationships, but you know nothing until the Brett Favre saga is unleashed upon you. Favre, who is widely considered to be one of the most popular quarterbacks in NFL history, was king of the cheeseheads. Regrettably, that came tumbling down when he was traded to the Jets and Vikings due to his back and forth feelings about retirement. It’s taken six years for fans to finally start coming around.

12. If You Have Second Thoughts About Frostbite, Don’t Visit Lambeau

If You Have Second Thoughts About Frostbite, Don’t Visit Lambeau

12. If You Have Second Thoughts About Frostbite, Don’t Visit Lambeau

If You Have Second Thoughts About Frostbite, Don’t Visit Lambeau — It’s not a guarantee you will get frostbite at a cold game at Lambeau Field, but not preparing for the weather means there is a good chance it could happen. Essentially, going to a Packers game in December or January is not for the weak. You either accept the elements, dress accordingly and scream as loudly as possible during the game, or you sit at home and watch the contest from the comfort of your couch.

11. First-Round Draft Picks Don’t Always Pan Out

First-Round Draft Picks Don’t Always Pan Out

11. First-Round Draft Picks Don’t Always Pan Out

First-Round Draft Picks Don’t Always Pan Out — Aaron Rodgers, Clay Matthews and Sterling Sharpe are a few first-round draft picks that stand out as players who have been wildly successful in the NFL. Then there’s Tony Mandarich, Rich Campbell and Justin Harrell who were busts. The point is if anyone knows that first-round picks don’t always pan out, it’s Packers fans. The good news is the good outweighs the bad in this scenario.

10. For All The Greatness, There Is Plenty Of Frustration

For All The Greatness, There Is Plenty Of Frustration

10. For All The Greatness, There Is Plenty Of Frustration

For All The Greatness, There Is Plenty Of Frustration — The 13 championships, countless Hall of Famers, three of the best quarterbacks in NFL history and constant winning are plenty of reasons to feel great about being a Packers fan. Unfortunately, Packers nation has also dealt with its share of frustration. Whether it’s losing Super XXXII, the dreaded 4th-and-26th, Favre’s last game as a Packer or the recent loss to the Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game, the stress has been nearly unbearable.

9. Buying The Enemy A Beer Is Common Courtesy

Buying The Enemy A Beer Is Common Courtesy

9. Buying The Enemy A Beer Is Common Courtesy

Buying The Enemy A Beer Is Common Courtesy — Packers’ fans are known for being some of the best fans in sports. Opposing fans who come to Lambeau Field for a game have consistently said it’s an enjoyable experience because of how they are treated by the hometown fans. There’s nothing wrong with treating the enemy to a beer, even if they’re a Chicago Bears fan. It’s simply common courtesy. More importantly, it’s what being a Packers fan is all about.

8. Selling Tickets To The Enemy Is Inexcusable

Selling Tickets To The Enemy Is Inexcusable

8. Selling Tickets To The Enemy Is Inexcusable

Selling Tickets To The Enemy Is Inexcusable — As much as it’s fine to purchase the enemy a beer at one of the local bars surrounding Lambeau Field, it’s most definitely not acceptable to sell game tickets to opposing fans. Not only do Packers fans take pride in having consecutive sellouts for the past few decades, but also they want to be the only ones in the stands when it’s time to cheer their team on. That means if you’re lucky enough to have a game ticket, keep it for yourself.

7. There Are Very Specific Teams You Can’t Cheer For

There Are Very Specific Teams You Can’t Cheer For

7. There Are Very Specific Teams You Can’t Cheer For

There Are Very Specific Teams You Can’t Cheer For — The Bears, Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions are the obvious teams you can’t cheer for. Then, there’s the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos. Every team mentioned has caused some sort of pain for the Packers over the years. More specifically, Green Bay should have had won four more Super Bowls if it weren’t for these teams.

6. Referring To The Team As 'We' Is The Only Way To Be

Referring To The Team As 'We' Is The Only Way To Be

6. Referring To The Team As 'We' Is The Only Way To Be

Referring To The Team As 'We' Is The Only Way To Be — Packers’ fans, and sports fans in general, get made fun of for referring to their favorite team as 'we' when talking about them. To be honest, I do it all the time when referring to Green Bay, and I’m not ashamed of it one bit. The people of Titletown, USA are just as much a part of the team as the players, especially when considering the Packers are the only team in sports where the fans can purchase stock in the team.

5. Tailgating Is An Art Form

Tailgating Is An Art Form

5. Tailgating Is An Art Form

Tailgating Is An Art Form — If you want the best tailgating experience in the world, look no further than a Packers game at Lambeau Field. There’s just something about the fine people of Wisconsin when it comes to grilling out and drinking beer in honor of the team they are about to cheer for. Tailgating is an art form, one that has been perfected by Wisconsin sports fans for decades.

4. You Better Know Your History

You Better Know Your History

4. You Better Know Your History

You Better Know Your History — The Packers are rich in history. Lombardi was a pioneer who showed what a true NFL dynasty looked like. He was the greatest teacher the sport could have asked for. He also made sure the players and the fans were educated about the game. As a Packers fan, you better know each name on the Ring of Honor and what it represents. Along with that, knowing why the Packers are the best franchise in sports is the most important history lesson of them all.

3. Seeing A Player Out On The Town Doesn’t Mean Asking For An Autograph

Seeing A Player Out On The Town Doesn’t Mean Asking For An Autograph

3. Seeing A Player Out On The Town Doesn’t Mean Asking For An Autograph

Seeing A Player Out On The Town Doesn’t Mean Asking For An Autograph — In most NFL cities, seeing a player at a public place means crowding him for an autograph or picture. But, it’s completely different in Green Bay. Since the city is small, it’s inevitable that fans will run into players out on the town on a weekly basis, whether it’s at the grocery store, moves or a restaurant. Instead of asking for something, the appropriate response is to congratulate them on a good game. Nothing more, nothing less.

2. Emotions Will Get The Best Of You

Emotions Will Get The Best Of You

2. Emotions Will Get The Best Of You

Emotions Will Get The Best Of You — Fans of any team can attest to the fact that emotions will get the best of you. However, it feels more amped up in Green Bay because fans are so close the team. The town is buzzing and people are happy everywhere you go on the Monday following a win. Of course, everyone is depressed when the Packers lose. The atmosphere of Green Bay changes in accordance with how the Packers perform.

1. "America’s Team" Only Exists In Titletown, USA

1. "America’s Team" Only Exists In Titletown, USA

1. "America’s Team" Only Exists In Titletown, USA

1. "America’s Team" Only Exists In Titletown, USA — The Cowboys and Steelers may think they are "America’s Team," but the reality is the Packers are the only team that deserves the high honor. Green Bay earned the label with 13 world championships and the largest fan base in the world. No matter where the Packers play, chants of "go pack go" echo throughout the stadium. Plus, Curly Lambeau and George Calhoun established the Packers' franchise in 1919, long before the Cowboys and Steelers existed.

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