Curd Is the Word: Don’t Be a Trader, Say Loyal Cheeseheads Amid Offseason Drama
Green Bay, WI – May 11, 2025
As NFL offseason rumors swirl and free agency heats up, one message is echoing through Lambeau Field and beyond: “Curd is the word: Don’t be a trader.” The cheeky slogan, now printed on t-shirts, flags, and foam cheese wedges, has become a rallying cry for Green Bay Packers fans determined to stick with their team through thick and thin.
The phrase—equal parts dairy pun and loyalty manifesto—emerged from a grassroots fan movement following recent speculation that a few key players might seek trades or greener pastures. But in Green Bay, where loyalty is aged like a fine cheddar, fans are having none of it.
“You don’t just walk away from the Pack,” said longtime season ticket holder Marlene Jensen, 62, while stirring a bowl of homemade curds and whey at a tailgate meet-up outside Lambeau. “Being a Packer is like making good curd—it takes commitment, patience, and a little bit of culture.”
Social media lit up this week with fans sharing photos of their cheese-based tributes: one man sculpted Aaron Rodgers’ face out of curd (a bit outdated, but appreciated), while another family posed in matching shirts that read, “No whey out—Go Pack Go!”
Even Packers quarterback Jordan Love joined in, posting on Instagram: “Staying solid. Curd is the word.”
The movement has taken on a life of its own, targeting not just players but also fans tempted to jump ship in favor of flashier franchises. One fan tweet read: “You can’t spell ‘culture’ without ‘curd.’ Remember that before you flirt with Philly.”
As Green Bay looks to solidify its roster for the 2025 season, one thing is clear: the spirit of Packer Nation is alive, loud, and lactose-rich.
So to the faithful: stay strong, stay cheesy, and remember—don’t be a trader.
