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Herb Adderley 26 Foundation

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Herb Adderley 26 Foundation

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Herb Adderley not only left his mark on professional football, but also on his community. The Foundation was established to honor his legacy and keep his philanthropic spirit alive. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about us. We hope you enjoy our site and take a moment to drop us a note.

Herb Adderley the NFL Legend

Additional Information

Herb Adderley, a Philadelphia native who was recruited to Michigan State University by Coach Duffy Daugherty. He was a first round draft pick for the Green Bay Packers in 1961 by Coach Vince Lombardi. Adderley  played for the Green Bay Packers(1961-69) and the Dallas Cowboys(1970-72). 

  • Earned All-NFL honors in 1963, 1965, 1966 and 1969
  • Recorded 48 interceptions, returning them for 1,046 yards and a 21.8- yard average
  • 7 touchdowns
  • Recovered 14 fumbles and as a kickoff return specialist, Adderley had a 103-yard return in 1962
  • Played in 5 Pro Bowl games 
  • Played in 4 of the first 6 Super Bowls
  • Won 3 Super Bowl rings and  3 championship rings
  • Played in 7 NFL championship games during his career which his teams won them all
  • Michigan State University HOF, Green Bay Packer HOF, Pro Football HOF and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Sports HOF


In Super Bowl II, Adderley 's 60-yard interception return for a touchdown would be the only one recorded in the first 10 Super Bowls. Herb retired in 1973 and truly left his mark on the NFL


"I was too stubborn to switch him to defense until I had to. Now when I think what Adderley means to our defense, it scares me to think of how I almost mishandled him."

~Coach Vince Lombardi

Our history

Our history

Our history

Herb Adderley was a first round draft pick in 1961 by the Green Bay Packers. He played in five Pro Bowl games, and played in four of the first six Super Bowl games, winning championship rings in three of them. He also played in seven NFL championship games in an 11-year span from 1961 through 1971. His teams – the Packers five times and t

Herb Adderley was a first round draft pick in 1961 by the Green Bay Packers. He played in five Pro Bowl games, and played in four of the first six Super Bowl games, winning championship rings in three of them. He also played in seven NFL championship games in an 11-year span from 1961 through 1971. His teams – the Packers five times and the Cowboys twice – won every one. He was one of only four players to win six championships until Tom Brady won his seventh in 2021.  In Super Bowl II, Herb's 60-yard interception return clinching a touchdown for the Packers was the only interception return for a touchdown in the first 10 Super Bowls. Herb was the first defensive player to score a touchdown in Super Bowl history. He was four time All-Pro, five time Pro Bowl and NFL 1960's All-Decade Team. At the time of his retirement in 1972, Herb played in more Super Bowls than any other player. In twelve seasons, Herb had 48 interceptions and seven touchdowns.

Herb was enshrined in the Pro-Football Hall of Fame in 1980.

Our mission

Our history

Our history

The Herb Adderley 26 Foundation is committed to empowering and educating youth and athletes to remove the mask associated with the stigma of mental health.

We inspire athletes to become advocates for mental well-being within themselves and their communities by providing outreach, scholarship opportunities, and fostering mental health awareness.

Vision Statement

Vision Statement

Vision Statement

Our vision is to create a world where athletes embrace mental health as an integral part of their well-being, driven by our core values.                                         

By championing these pillars, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health in sports, empowering athletes to overcome adversity and reach their full potent

Our vision is to create a world where athletes embrace mental health as an integral part of their well-being, driven by our core values.                                         

By championing these pillars, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health in sports, empowering athletes to overcome adversity and reach their full potential, both on and off the field. We aspire to foster a culture of growth, support, and integrity. Our aim is to embolden athletes to become leaders who positively impact their communities.

Core Values

Vision Statement

Vision Statement

  1. FAITH 
  2. PERSEVERANCE
  3. HUMILITY
  4. COMPASSION 
  5. AUTHENTICITY 
  6. RESILIENCE

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ha26gbp@gmail.com

Herb Adderley 26 Foundation 501(C)(3)

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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