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Jordy Nelson retires as a Packer

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GREEN BAY — Former wide receiver Jordy Nelson will officially retire as a Green Bay Packer, the Packers organization announced Sunday.

Back in June, Jordy Nelson said in an interview he planned to come to Green Bay in August during training camp, sign a one-day deal, and retire as a Green Bay Packer.

For his career, Nelson made 613 catches for 8,587 yards and 72 touchdowns. He earned a Pro Bowl berth in 2014 and Comeback Player of the Year in 2016.

He helped the Packers win a Super Bowl XLV ring in 2010.