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Why is Lambeau Field called the "Frozen Tundra"?
The nickname stems from the 1967 NFL Championship Game, known as the "Ice Bowl," played on December 31, 1967, in temperatures of approximately −13°F (−25°C) with a wind chill around −48°F. The Green Bay Packers defeated the Dallas Cowboys 21-17 in one of the coldest games in NFL history.
Who is Lambeau Field named after?
The stadium is named after Earl "Curly" Lambeau, the founder, player, and first head coach of the Green Bay Packers franchise. The naming took place in 1965, shortly after Lambeau's death.
What is the capacity of Lambeau Field?
Lambeau Field has a seating capacity of approximately 81,441, making it one of the largest stadiums in the NFL. Opened in 1957 as City Stadium, it is the longest continuously occupied stadium in the league.
What is the Lambeau Leap?
The Lambeau Leap is a touchdown celebration in which a Packers player leaps into the stands behind the end zone, a tradition reportedly started by safety LeRoy Butler during a 1993 game. The maneuver has become a celebrated game-day ritual at Lambeau Field.
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