Packers chairman Ed Policy issued disciplinary action against the player and pledged to protect and properly compensate the female employee
Green Bay, Wisconsin – December 26, 2025
The Green Bay Packers have taken decisive action following a highly sensitive internal controversy, as team president Ed Policy approved the termination of backup offensive tackle James Ester after a harassment lawsuit was filed by Packers employee Grace Kramer.
The decision comes after Kramer formally accused Ester of repeated inappropriate behavior, including late-night phone calls, flirtatious messages, and actions that allegedly escalated into harassment over several months. According to sources familiar with the situation, the Packers conducted an internal review and concluded that Ester’s conduct violated the organization’s code of professional behavior.
While legal proceedings are still ongoing, Policy emphasized that the move was not contingent on a court ruling, but rather on maintaining the standards and values of the franchise.
“This organization is built on respect, accountability, and trust,” a Packers statement said. “When those standards are violated, we have a responsibility to act.”
In a significant and widely praised step, the Packers also confirmed they will cover all legal expenses for Grace Kramer as the case moves forward. Team officials described the commitment as a clear message that employees will be supported and protected when they come forward with concerns, without fear of financial burden or retaliation.
Kramer, a visible brand-facing representative for the organization who regularly participates in community events and public engagement, has stated that the alleged behavior caused severe emotional distress and negatively impacted her ability to work. Her decision to pursue legal action has reignited broader discussions about workplace safety and power dynamics within professional sports organizations.
Reaction across the league has been swift. Several executives and workplace-safety advocates have praised the Packers for acting decisively rather than delaying action until the conclusion of the legal process. The response is already being cited as a potential model for handling similar situations in professional sports.
The NFL is expected to continue monitoring the case, though league discipline may be unnecessary following the Packers’ swift action.
Inside the locker room, team leadership reportedly delivered a clear message: no player, regardless of role or roster status, is above the organization’s standards.
For Ed Policy, the decision reinforces the Packers’ long-standing identity as a franchise rooted in integrity, community responsibility, and accountability. As the legal process continues, the team says its priority remains unchanged — supporting Grace Kramer, maintaining a safe workplace, and ensuring the values of the Green Bay Packers extend far beyond the field at Lambeau Field.
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