Green Bay Packers, commonly known as the Packers, are a professional American football team based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, competing in the National Football League (NFL) as a member of the NFC North. Founded in 1919 and notable for their community-owned structure, the franchise plays home games at Lambeau Field and is one of the most historically successful NFL teams with 13 league championships (including four Super Bowl victories), regularly competing in the NFL regular season and playoffs.