NFL: The Green Bay Packers rarely dip into the free agency pool, and when they do it isn’t typically a star player. However, there have been a few times throughout the years when the Packers dipped into the “star free agency pool.” Of course, Reggie White tops the list of the best free-agent acquisition in franchise history. Charles Woodson is widely regarded as the second-best free agent signing. Julius Peppers, however, is near the top of that list as well, and this off-season he received some pretty incredible news.
Former Green Bay Packers Defensive End Julius Peppers Is Eligible For The NFL Hall Of Fame In 2024
According to multiple reports, Julius Peppers will be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the first time in 2024. In 2014 the Green Bay Packers signed Peppers. He would immediately impact the Packers’ defense and help the team go on a playoff run in 2014, eventually making the NFC championship game.
Unfortunately, the Packers couldn’t win a Super Bowl with Peppers, but Peppers was a big veteran help they needed at the time. Peppers would play for the Panthers again from 2017-2018. The star defensive end would eventually retire in 2018 with three first team All-Pros, Rookie of the year (2002), and nine Pro Bowl nominations. He would have 719 tackles, 159.5 sacks, and 11 interceptions.
In total, Julius Peppers played 17 seasons in the NFL, spending time with the Carolina Panthers (10 years), Chicago Bears (four) and Green Bay Packers (three). He played in a total of 266 career games. His 159.5 sacks ranks as fourth most since sacks became an official stat in 1982. Many figure him to be a shoe in for a first ballot Hall of Famer. When Packers fans saw he was eligible, they showed their support all over social media:
Andrew Luck doesn’t deserve to be a Hall of Famer, sorry
Packers legend Julius Peppers will definitely get in. Unfortunately I don’t think Jordy will ever make it but maybe I’m wrong https://t.co/vN1f3MA7q6
— Brandon Woodruff Return Day 🥳🍺 (@GOATRodgersSZN) August 6, 2023
To me, Julius Peppers’ strip fumble of Demarco Murray is the biggest play of the game in the Packers win over the Cowboys. I don’t hear enough discussion of that momentum shift.
— Wink.Marvil (@WinkMarvel) August 6, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long was Julius Peppers on the Packers?
Julius Peppers was with the Packers for three seasons from 2014 to 2016. He officially retired from the NFL on February 1, 2019, after playing 17 seasons.
What team did Julius Peppers retire from?
Julius Peppers retired from the NFL, specifically from the Carolina Panthers. He made his retirement announcement on “The Players' Tribune” and the Panthers' team website, expressing gratitude to fans and affirming his decision. The retirement was embraced by Panthers fans, with Peppers assuring that he won't reconsider his retirement in the future.
