Packers offensive lineman Zach Tom changes name to Zach Bako-Bewele
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Zach Tom, an offensive lineman for the Green Bay Packers, has legally changed his name to Zach Bako-Bewele as of August 2, 2026. The new last name reflects a combination of his grandparents' Nigerian surnames. Tom, who has been a third-round draft pick in 2022, has solidified his role as a starter at right tackle and signed an $88 million contract extension. He recently returned to training camp after an injury-plagued 2025 season. The name change is now reflected on the Packers' website and locker room.
- •Zach Tom is now Zach Bako-Bewele.
- •Change represents his grandparents’ Nigerian surnames.
- •Bako-Bewele signed an $88 million extension.
- •He is returning to training camp healthy.
- •The name change is official on team platforms.
- 8:49 PMESPN — Packers RT changes last name to honor heritage
- 7:31 PMYahoo Sports — Packers offensive lineman is changing his last name. Here's why
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Packers T Zach Tom changes last name to Bako-Bewele
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Packers OT Zach Tom changing name to Zach Bako-Bewele
"The Packers are expected to have the same starting right tackle as last season when they take the field in September, but there will be a different name on the back of his jersey.
"Zach Tom has been one of the NFL's more consistent offensive lineman since entering the league in 2022, but opponents will have to learn a new name.
"The player wearing No. 50 for the Green Bay Packers will have a new name on the back of their uniform for the 2026 season.
Sources
External links- ESPNAug 2, 2026, 8:49 PMPackers RT changes last name to honor heritage
Packers right tackle Zach Tom revealed Sunday he has changed his name to Zach Bako-Bewele.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 7:31 PMPackers offensive lineman is changing his last name. Here's why
Zach Tom has been one of the NFL's more consistent offensive lineman since entering the league in 2022, but opponents will have to learn a new name.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 7:00 PMPackers T Zach Tom changes last name to Bako-Bewele
The Packers are expected to have the same starting right tackle as last season when they take the field in September, but there will be a different name on the back of his jersey.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 6:30 PMPackers OT Zach Tom changing name to Zach Bako-Bewele
The player wearing No. 50 for the Green Bay Packers will have a new name on the back of their uniform for the 2026 season.
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