John Brockington, a former All-Pro fullback and member of the Green Bay Packers‘ Hall of Fame, has passed away Friday at the age of 74.
Brockington earned All-Pro honors in 1971 while also winning Offensive Rookie of the Year after rushing for 1,105 yards and averaging 5.1 yards per carry. A Pro Bowler each of his first three seasons with the Packers, Brockington scored a career-high eight rushing touchdowns in 1972. Brockington ran for a career-high 1,144 yards in 1973. He finished his Packers career with over 5,000 rushing yards and 30 rushing touchdowns.
“The Packers family was saddened to hear about the passing of John,” Packers president/CEO Mark Murphy said in a statement. “One of the great runners of his era, John was an exciting player to watch with his powerful running style. Fans enthusiastically welcomed John back to Lambeau Field over the years, fondly remembering the 1972 division championship as well as the bright spots he provided in the less-successful seasons.
“I enjoyed getting to know John during his return visits to Green Bay and greatly respected his work in support of organ donation through the John Brockington Foundation. He leaves a wonderful legacy.
“We extend our condolences to his wife, Diane,…
