Gardner paraded around the storied field and into the tunnel wearing the hat, much to the chagrin of the Lambeau faithful.

During the 2022 NFL season, New York Jets rookie cornerback Sauce Gardner celebrated a dominant over the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field by donning an iconic cheesehead hat and dancing as he exited the field . The "Cheesehead" Celebration

The hat became a central piece of Jets lore over the following year:

Lazard later clarified there was "no beef" and that it was just a result of his "competitive spirit". Gardner called the experience an "unforgettable" moment. Legacy of the Cheesehead

After the Week 6 upset on October 16, 2022, Gardner acquired the foam headwear from a group of Jets fans in the stands.

Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard eventually knocked the cheesehead off Gardner's head as they both headed toward the locker rooms.