Packers Remind NFL of Their Historic Dominance Amid Chiefs’ 3-Peat Push

As the Kansas City Chiefs aim for a potential three-peat in the NFL, many across the league are quick to label them as the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowls. While this would indeed be a historic achievement, the Green Bay Packers are ensuring that the NFL world doesn’t forget their own unparalleled accomplishments.

The Packers’ Historic Legacy

While the Chiefs’ quest for a third straight Super Bowl win is exciting, it’s essential to recognize the Packers’ own remarkable history. The Packers are one of only a few teams to have achieved three consecutive league championships, and they did so twice in their storied past. In the early years of the NFL, the Packers captured three consecutive titles under the leadership of coach Curly Lambeau from 1929 to 1931. Then, under Vince Lombardi, the Packers achieved the feat once again from 1965 to 1967.

Despite the recognition surrounding the Chiefs’ potential three-peat, the Packers’ legacy as a team that has won three straight championships twice should never be overlooked. Packers team historian, Cliff Christl, took to the team’s website to emphasize this important piece of NFL history.

“It would show an ignorance of NFL history for anyone not to mention the Packers twice winning three straight NFL championships,” Christl remarked. He further highlighted the tendency for national media to gloss over this aspect when discussing the Chiefs’ pursuit of a three-peat. “If the Chiefs win the Super Bowl again next season, they’ll be widely hailed as the first three-peat champs. In fact, it’s already started,” he added, pointing to a February 2024 post by Yahoo Sports AM that mistakenly claimed the Chiefs would be the first team to achieve this feat.

The Packers’ Unmatched Championship Legacy

While the NFL continues to highlight the Chiefs’ dominance, the Packers are making sure that their own historical significance remains at the forefront. With 13 NFL championships—more than any other franchise in league history—the Packers have earned their place as one of the league’s most successful teams. They have also been the only team to win three consecutive championships twice, and they are the only franchise to win five titles in seven years, a testament to their sustained excellence over decades.

Christl urges Packers fans to take pride in these achievements and remind the broader sports world of the team’s historic legacy. “We need to start reminding the sports world of what is the Packers’ greatest pride and joy: 13 NFL championships, the most in league history; twice being three-peat champs, the only franchise ever to do so; and five titles in seven years, the only franchise to win that many in a decade.”

The NFL’s Growing Neglect of Pre-Super Bowl History

In addition to Christl’s comments, Packers.com senior writer Wes Hodkiewicz expressed concern about the NFL’s apparent tendency to overlook the league’s history before the creation of the Super Bowl. According to Hodkiewicz, the NFL is slowly forgetting the contributions of teams and players from the pre-Super Bowl era, which includes many of the Packers’ most historic achievements.

“The league doesn’t do nearly enough to honor anything that happened before January 15, 1967,” Hodkiewicz remarked, referencing the Super Bowl’s inception. “I fear we’ll move past the point of no return if Kansas City completes the trifecta.” While it’s true that the NFL in the 1920s and 1930s was vastly different from today’s game, the Packers’ early championships are undeniable and should not be diminished by modern-day standards.

Honoring the Unique History of the Packers

As the NFL evolves, it’s important to remember that each era presents its own set of challenges and achievements. While football may have been different in the early years, the Packers’ championships from the 1920s and 1930s remain a vital part of NFL history. If the league continues to grow and evolve, with potential expansions in the future, it would be unfair to devalue past achievements simply because the game has changed.

The Green Bay Packers’ history is rich, diverse, and full of accomplishments that cannot be erased by the hype of today’s league. With 13 championships in total, including two three-peat victories, the Packers’ legacy is unmatched, and it deserves to be recognized alongside any current or future champions. As the NFL continues to grow, the Packers’ unique and beautiful history will remain a cornerstone of the league, standing as a reminder of the incredible feats that have shaped the game we love today.