Pro Football Hall of Fame cornerback Herb Adderley, who played for the Packers from 1961-69, passed away Friday, after being recently hospitalized. Adderley was 81.
At 6 feet and 205 pounds, Herb Adderley was not only the prototypical cornerback of his day, but of all time. He had it all: speed, size, toughness, awareness and big-play ability. In his pro career, during which he also played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1970-72, Adderley intercepted 48 passes, including 39 with the Packers, seven of which were returned for touchdowns.
Named to NFL’s 1960s All-Decade Team, Adderley was also named Associated Press All-Pro five times and was a five-time Pro Bowl selection while with the Packers.