Jerry Kramer's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 26, 2025

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jerry Kramer. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jerry Kramer is a former professional American football player renowned for his 11-year career as a guard and kicker with the Green Bay Packers. Kramer achieved significant success with the Packers and was eventually inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018. Besides his on-field accomplishments, Kramer is also an author and sports commentator.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1960: All-Pro Selection

In 1960, Jerry Kramer was selected as an All-Pro player.

1962: NFL Championship Game Victory

In 1962, Jerry Kramer contributed ten points as the Packers' placekicker in their 16-7 victory over the New York Giants in the NFL Championship Game.

1962: All-Pro Selection

In 1962, Jerry Kramer was selected as an All-Pro player.

1963: All-Pro Selection

In 1963, Jerry Kramer was selected as an All-Pro player.

1963: University Retires Number

In 1963, the University of Idaho retired Jerry Kramer's number 64 on his 27th birthday.

May 1965: Wood Fragment Removal Surgery

In May 1965, Jerry Kramer underwent surgery to remove wood fragments from his abdomen and reclaimed his position, contributing to the Packers' NFL titles.

1966: All-Pro Selection

In 1966, Jerry Kramer was selected as an All-Pro player.

1967: All-Pro Selection

In 1967, Jerry Kramer was selected as an All-Pro player.

1993: Elected to Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame

In 1993, Jerry Kramer was elected to the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame.

2003: Named to Hall of Very Good

In 2003, Jerry Kramer was named to the Professional Football Researchers Association Hall of Very Good.

August 24, 2017: Named Hall of Fame Finalist

On August 24, 2017, Jerry Kramer was named as a Seniors Committee finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame for 2018.

February 3, 2018: Selected for Hall of Fame Induction

On February 3, 2018, Jerry Kramer was selected for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part of the 2018 class.

August 4, 2018: Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

On August 4, 2018, Jerry Kramer was officially inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He gave an induction speech quoting his high school coach.