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The legendary tight end star of the Broncos and Super Bowl champion has sent shockwaves through Packers Nation by expressing his desire to return to Green Bay after becoming a free agent – willing to give up everything just to wear the iconic green and gold once moreGreen Bay, Wisconsin – November 8, 2025 Nearly a decade after leaving Green Bay, a Super Bowl champion and former cornerstone of the Packers’ offense has sent shockwaves through Packers Nation with an emotional confession — he wants to come home. After years of glory with other teams, the veteran admits one thing has never changed: his heart still belongs to Green Bay. A first-round pick in 2012, the former Pro Bowl tight end was once the embodiment of toughness, discipline, and competitive spirit in the iconic green and gold. During his five seasons with the Packers, he wasn’t just a reliable target — he was the soul of the offense, inspiring teammates through his calm demeanor and warrior’s heart. Packers Rumors: Former Pro Bowl TE, DPOY Could Reunite with Green Bay After leaving the team in 2017, he went on to win a Super Bowl and earn the Defensive Player of the Year award, cementing his place among the greats of his generation. Yet despite all the titles and accolades, he says no place ever felt like Green Bay. “I don’t need trophies, I don’t need money,” he said. “All I want is one more chance — to put that jersey back on, to walk out of the Lambeau Field tunnel, and to hear the roar of Packers Nation through the falling snow. I miss that cold, that fire, that feeling when you play for the ‘G’ on your helmet. And if I have to give up everything to feel that again — I will.” Inside the Packers locker room, his name still echoes as a symbol of discipline and passion. Jaire Alexander, one of Green Bay’s young defensive stars, shared: “He set the standard for all of us. When you watch his tape, you understand what focus, sacrifice, and pride truly mean when you wear these colors.” Now at 41, the veteran continues to train relentlessly, waiting for one call — just one — from Brian Gutekunst’s office. One final chance to close his story where it began. For him, Green Bay has never been just a team.It’s family. It’s home.