Redskins Running Back Calvin Hill
Running back Calvin Hill, now as a Washington Redskin advances against the Chicago Bears. After suffering an injury late in the 1974 season with Dallas he seemed to fall short of the success he had enjoyed early on in his career.
Sam Baugh
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Darrell Green
Had an interception every season for 19 straight years. Against Detroit in 1987 had 3 picks and returned a fumble 78 yards for a touchdown against Indianapolis in 1993.
Sonny Jurgensen Under Pressure from Doug Atkins
Saints defender Doug Atkins closes in on Redskin Quarterback Sonny Jurgensen
Terry Allen
All-Pro NFL Runningback Terry Allen, 1991-2001
Sonny Jurgensen against the Los Angeles Ram Defense
Lamar Lundy (#85) leads a Los Angeles Rams pass rush against Sonny Juregensen and the Washington Redskins.
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Steve Bagarus, NFL Runningback/Defensive Back 1944-1948
Larry Brown
George Rogers Washington Redskins
Traded to Washington in 1985 and had 3 very productive seasons for the Redskins rushing for a total of 2909 yards - still #12 on the All-Time Franchise Rushing Yards List. Led the NFL in 1986 with 18 touchdowns.
Retired in 1987 as NFL's #15 All-Time leading Rusher.
Sam Huff stares down Norm Snead
Redskins Hall of Fame linebacker Sam Huff awaits the snap of the ball as he gives Eagles quarterback Norm Snead "the look".
Kelvin Bryant 1989 Washington Redskins Pro Set Football Card
His 1989 card. Unfortunately he was still suffering from an injury he sustained during the 1988 season and was forced to sit the year out.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Bobby Mitchell
First Black player to play for the Washington Redskins, he was a 7th round draft of the Cleveland Browns in 1958 out of Illinois. Known as a exciting and dynamic player, of his 91 career touchdowns, 34 came on plays of 40urlencodedmlaplussign yards. His first score of the 1963 season was a 99-yard touchdown catch from Redskin quarterback George Izo against his former team - the Browns.
Sam Baugh
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Larry Brown vs the Saints Defense in 1971
A big day against the Saints in 1971. 113 yards rushing plus another 56 receiving with a 36-yard touchdown catch from Billy Kilmer. At the end of the day it was a 24-14 win for Washington over New Orleans. Also pictured for the Saints are #72 - Joe Owens, #89 - Dave Long and #23 - Doug Wyatt.
Roy Jefferson
Roy Jefferson, Washington Redskins 1971-1976
Sam Baugh Redskins Punter
Sam Baugh Punting
Billy Kilmer Quarterback Washington Redskins
Old Furnace Face. Joined Washington in 1971 and became the Redskins starting quarterback when Sonny Jurgensen injured his shoulder. Kilmer led the Redskins to a 5-0 record.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Redskins Defender Myron Pottios
The veteran of 12 seasons he finished his career with the Washington Redskins starting in Super Bowl VII against the Miami Dolphins. That season, in the NFC Championship game against Dallas, the Redskins defense held Roger Staubach and teh rest of the Cowboys offense to only 169 yards of total offense and but 3 points.
Joe Theismann Washington Redskins Quarterback
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Coach Otto Graham and QB Sonny Jurgensen of the Washington Redskins
2 Hall of Fame Quarterbacks.
John Elway in the Shotgun Formation in Super Bowl XXII
The Broncos Quarterback deploys his offense from the Shotgun Offense against the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl XXII. During the later half of the 1987 season Denver operated almost exclusively from the Shot Gun winning 8 of their last 9 games and advancing all the way to the Super Bowl.
Jessie Armstead
Jessie Armstead - NFL Linebacker
George Rogers Washington Redskins
Traded to Washington in 1985 and had 3 very productive seasons for the Redskins rushing for a total of 2909 yards - still #12 on the All-Time Franchise Rushing Yards List. Led the NFL in 1986 with 18 touchdowns.
Retired in 1987 as NFL's #15 All-Time leading Rusher.
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Brad Dusek
A running back at Texas A&M he was drafted by the New England Patriots in the 3rd round of the 1973 draft. Ended up with Washington where he played 8 seasons, starting 97 games and earning All Pro honors in 1979 when was credited with 116 tackles, 3 fumble recoveries and 1 interception. All-in-all he logged a total of 16 fumble recoveries and 4 interceptions in his NFL career. He also scored 3 times with fumble recoveries. A 16-yard TD return against the Saints in 1975 - a 32-yard recovery against Philadelphia in 1976 and again in 1978 with a 31-yarder against the Patriots in 1978.
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Darrell Green
20 year NFL veteran, without a doubt one of the most respected players in professional football during his time. He was Washington's 1st round draft pick in 1983 from Texas A&M - Kingston and made an immediate impact his first year in the league starting all 16 games, while being named to the 1983 All-Rookie team and was the runner-up for NFL Rookie of the Year Honors. Playing until he 42 years old he holds numerous "Oldest Player" titles such as Oldest NFL Defensive Back and Oldest player with an interception.
Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2008.
Brad Johnson
After leaving Minnesota he joined the Washington Redskins in 1999 and had had a very good season completing almost 61% of 519 pass attempts for 4005 yards and 24 touchdowns as Washington fielded one of the best offenses in league that year. Guided the Redskins to a 10-6 record as well as an NFC East Division Title.
His efforts were good enough for a Pro Bowl appearance.
Mark Moseley Game Winning Field Goal - 1982
The 1982 NFL's MVP secured Washington's first postseason appearance in 6 years with 3 field goals against the New York Giants in week 7 of strike-shortened 1982 season. The last one is shown here - the 42-yard game winning score with 9 seconds left to give the Redskins a 15-14 victory. Washington would go on to win Super Bowl XVII against the Miami Dolphins.
Billy Kilmer
16-year NFL veteran quarterback led the Washington Redskins to a Super Bowl appearance in 1972.
Bobby Mitchell
First Black player to play for the Washington Redskins, he was a 7th round draft of the Cleveland Browns in 1958 out of Illinois. Known as a exciting and dynamic player, of his 91 career touchdowns, 34 came on plays of 40urlencodedmlaplussign yards. His first score of the 1963 season was a 99-yard touchdown catch from Redskin quarterback George Izo against his former team - the Browns.
Larry Brown
An 8th round draft pick from Kansas State in 1969 Brown quickly established himself as the #1 halfback rushing for 888 yards and earning a trip to the Pro Bowl.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Darrell Green 1991 Fleer Card
1991 Fleer Darrell Green Football Card. That season the Redskins won Super Bowl XXVI against the Buffalo Bills. He had 5 picks that season and made the All-Pro Team.
Giants Runner Ron Johnson | Redskins Tackle Diron Talbert
Legendary Giants runner Ron Johnson (#30) carries against the Washington Redskins defense led by longtime defensive lineman Diron Talbert.
Washington Redskins Wide Receiver Bobby Mitchell
Making a touchdown catch over Cardinals great Jerry Stovall. In all he scored 91 TDs in his 11-year career, 53 of those as a Redskin.
Veron Biggs
Verlon Biggs, Defensive lineman 1965-1974
Diron Talbert
He may not have been a household name among common NFL fans but the 14-year veteran is well known to old school Washington Redskins fans from the 1970s. A 5th round draft pick from Texas by the Los Angeles Rams in 1966. He joined the Redskins in 1971 and was a major player in the Redskins success of the early 70s getting named to the 1973 UPI All Pro Team and making the Pro Bowl in 1974.
Doug Williams
Washington Redskins QB Doug Williams was not only the first black quarterback to start a Super Bowl but he was named Super Bowl XXII MVP after a 340 yard, 4 touchdown effort.
Darrell Green
Arguably one of the fastest player to ever play the game he won the NFL's Fastest Man Competion 4 times. Holds several Redskin team records - Most Career Interceptions, Most Games Started and Most Games Played and Most Interceptions Returned for Touchdowns among others.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Larry Brown
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Redskin Greats Andy Farkas, Sam Baugh and Dick Todd
The Washington Redskins legendary quarterback poses with 2 other Redskins All-Pro players from the 1940s- Andy Farkas (#41) and Dick Todd (#44).
Redskins Quarterback Sonny Jurgensen in 1972
A 5-time Pro Bowler Sonny Jurgensen played 11 seasons with Washington passing for over 22,500 yards and 179 touchdowns. He also completed 58% of 3155 passes as a Redskin.
Doug Williams
After playing in the USFL from 1983 to 1985 Williams returned to the NFL as a back-up at Washington. By 1987 he was the starter and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. He was named the MVP after a 340-yard, 4 touchdown performance in a 42-10 blowout of the Buffalo Bills.
Earnest Byner on Sideline
Diron Talbert
He may not have been a household name among common NFL fans but the 14-year veteran is well known to old school Washington Redskins fans from the 1970s. A 5th round draft pick from Texas by the Los Angeles Rams in 1966. He joined the Redskins in 1971 and was a major player in the Redskins success of the early 70s getting named to the 1973 UPI All Pro Team and making the Pro Bowl in 1974.
Ron Mcdole Redskins and Scott Hunter Falcons
From later in his career - bringing the rush as the ball slips from the grasp of Falcons quarterback Scott Hunter's hands.
Brad Dusek
A running back at Texas A&M he was drafted by the New England Patriots in the 3rd round of the 1973 draft. Ended up with Washington where he played 8 seasons, starting 97 games and earning All Pro honors in 1979 when was credited with 116 tackles, 3 fumble recoveries and 1 interception. All-in-all he logged a total of 16 fumble recoveries and 4 interceptions in his NFL career. He also scored 3 times with fumble recoveries. A 16-yard TD return against the Saints in 1975 - a 32-yard recovery against Philadelphia in 1976 and again in 1978 with a 31-yarder against the Patriots in 1978.
Darrell Green
20 year NFL veteran, without a doubt one of the most respected players in professional football during his time. He was Washington's 1st round draft pick in 1983 from Texas A&M - Kingston and made an immediate impact his first year in the league starting all 16 games, while being named to the 1983 All-Rookie team and was the runner-up for NFL Rookie of the Year Honors. Playing until he 42 years old he holds numerous "Oldest Player" titles such as Oldest NFL Defensive Back and Oldest player with an interception.
Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2008.
George Allen
Washington Redskin Head Coach George Allen
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Sam Baugh
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Larry Brown 1972 Topps Card
His Topps trading card from 1972 when he was named the NFL MVP and the Offensive Player of the Year.
Mark Moseley
The 2-time Pro Bowler spent 13 seasons with the Washington Redskins connecting on 66.2% of his 397 fieldgoals. The longest field goal of his career - 55 yards came against Philadelphia in 1986, his last year in the NFL.
Billy Kilmer
16-year NFL veteran quarterback led the Washington Redskins to a Super Bowl appearance in 1972.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Bobby Mitchell
Traded to the Washington Redskins in 1962 he spent 7 seasons with Washington where was used primarily as in the Flanker position catching 393 passes for 6492 yards and 49 touchdowns. He retired after the 1968 NFL season.
Linebacker Jack Pardee of the Washington Redskins
An NFL veteran of 15 years, Pardee finished his career with the Washington Redskins in 1971 and 1972. After his days as a linebacker he was employed as a head coach for a total of 10 years for Washington, Chicago and Houston. His assistant staff features such names as Jeff Fisher, Buddy Ryan and Greg Williams.
Jessie Armstead
Jessie Armstead - NFL Linebacker
Larry Brown
Gameplay from 1970 against the St. Louis Cardinals. Brown led the NFL in rushing that year with 1125 yards. He also enjoyed a trip the Pro Bowl and made the All-Pro Team.
Brad Johnson
After leaving Minnesota he joined the Washington Redskins in 1999 and had had a very good season completing almost 61% of 519 pass attempts for 4005 yards and 24 touchdowns as Washington fielded one of the best offenses in league that year. Guided the Redskins to a 10-6 record as well as an NFC East Division Title.
His efforts were good enough for a Pro Bowl appearance.
Calvin Hill Washington Redskins
After a brief stay in the World Football League, Calvin Hill played 2 seasons with the Washington Redskins.
Billy Kilmer NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Larry Brown Washington Redskins NFL
Bill Anderson
Bill Anderson, NFL Receiver, 1958-1966
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Doug Williams
After playing in the USFL from 1983 to 1985 Williams returned to the NFL as a back-up at Washington. By 1987 he was the starter and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. He was named the MVP after a 340-yard, 4 touchdown performance in a 42-10 blowout of the Buffalo Bills.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Bobby Mitchell
Traded to the Washington Redskins in 1962 he spent 7 seasons with Washington where was used primarily as in the Flanker position catching 393 passes for 6492 yards and 49 touchdowns. He retired after the 1968 NFL season.
Ron McDole and Dirion Talbert Sack Craig Morton
Giants quarterback Craig Morton desperately tries to get off a pass with Washington Redskins defensive lineman Ron McDole wrapped about his ankles. Teammate Dirion Talbert aidis in the take-down.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Sam Baugh
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Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Washington Redskins Defense Stops Dallas Cowboys Calvin Hill
Both Jack Pardee and Myron Pottios had been major players with the LA Rams great defenses of the late 1960s. When Head Coach George Allen took over Washington both joined him there and the defensive success continued through the early 1970s. Here we see middle linebacker Pottios (#66) take on the block of Cowboy fullback Walt Garrison (#32) and simultaneously stuff runner Calvin Hill (#35) as Pardee (#32) moves in low to help out.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Doug Williams
After playing in the USFL from 1983 to 1985 Williams returned to the NFL as a back-up at Washington. By 1987 he was the starter and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. He was named the MVP after a 340-yard, 4 touchdown performance in a 42-10 blowout of the Buffalo Bills.
Billy Kilmer, Sonny Jurgensen and Len Hauss of the Washington Redskins
Redskins Quarterbacks Billy Kilmer and Sonny Jurgensen with Pro Bowl center Len Hauss
Steve Bagarus Washington Redskins
Steve Bagarus, NFL Runningback/Defensive Back 1944-1948
Ron McDole | Washington Redskins 1971-1978
Sonny Jurgensen Washington Redskins
Veteran quarterback of 18 NFL seasons. Made the Pro Bowl 5 times and passed for over 32,000 yards. Played for Philadelphia and Washington.
Larry Brown 1974 Washington Redskins Topps Card
The 1974 Topps card of the Redskins Pro Bowl Running Back
Darrell Green
Arguably one of the fastest player to ever play the game he won the NFL's Fastest Man Competion 4 times. Holds several Redskin team records - Most Career Interceptions, Most Games Started and Most Games Played and Most Interceptions Returned for Touchdowns among others.
Sam Huff
After his time with the Giants Huff joined the Washington Redskins and made an immediate impact. He was named to his 5th Probowl in 1964 and remained with Washington until 1967 and then returned for one season in 1969 to play for Vince Lombardi when Lombardi was head coach.
Joe Theismann Washington QB
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Jessie Armstead
Jessie Armstead - NFL Linebacker
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Coy Bacon, Defensive Lineman, 1968-1981
Diron Talbert sacks Roger Staubach
A huge rival in the NFL during the 1970s was between the Washington Redskins and Dallas Cowboys of the NFC Eastern Division. Here Cowboys Hall of Fame quarterback Roger Staubach is set upon by the Washington Redskins defense led by #72, Defensive Tackle Diron Talbert.
Veron Biggs NFL Defensive Lineman
Verlon Biggs, NFL Defensive lineman 1965-1974
Terry Allen
All-Pro NFL Runningback Terry Allen, 1991-2001
Jack Youngblood Pressures Joe Theismann
Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann unloads a pass while under a rush from Los Angeles Rams defender Jack Youngblood
Bobby Mitchell
Traded to the Washington Redskins in 1962 he spent 7 seasons with Washington where was used primarily as in the Flanker position catching 393 passes for 6492 yards and 49 touchdowns. He retired after the 1968 NFL season.
Charlie Taylor makes catch against the New York Giants in 1967
1967 NFL - Charley Taylor makes a catch against the Giants
Bill Anderson
Bill Anderson, NFL Receiver, 1958-1966
Sam Baugh
Washington Redskin Great Sonny Jurgensen
Redskin Legend Sonny Jurgensen, 1964-1974
Diron Talbert
He may not have been a household name among common NFL fans but the 14-year veteran is well known to old school Washington Redskins fans from the 1970s. A 5th round draft pick from Texas by the Los Angeles Rams in 1966. He joined the Redskins in 1971 and was a major player in the Redskins success of the early 70s getting named to the 1973 UPI All Pro Team and making the Pro Bowl in 1974.
Earl Morrall in 1966 as a New York Giant
Under a furious charge of Washington Redskins in 1966.
Redskin defenders are
#55 - Chris Hanburger
#73 - Stan Jones
#77 - Walt Barnes
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Sam Baugh
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Bill Anderson
Bill Anderson, NFL Receiver, 1958-1966
Joe Theismann 1989 Washington Redskins Pro Set Football Card
Myron Pottios Washington Redskins 1971-1973
In 1971 he followed head coach George Allen to Washington where he played he played in 32 games on those outstanding Redskins defense of the early 70s. He was the starting Middle Linebacker for 5 consecutive post-season games including Super Bowl VII in 1972. He retired from football following the 1973 season after a 12-year career. He has 3 Pro Bowls (1961, 1963 and 1964) to his credit. His career totals - 129 games played, 106 starts, 12 interceptions and 11 fumble recoveries. He also has 7 post season games to his credit.
Sam Baugh
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Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Ron McDole Strips the Ball from Roger Staubach
While at Washington he was a starter on one of best defenses in NFL history. Here is strips the ball from Cowboys Hall of Fame quarterback Roger Staubach.
Mark Moseley Washington Redskins
One of the last straight-on kickers and the only kicker to ever be named NFL MVP. He earned the honor in 1982 after not only setting an NFL record for 21 consecutive fieldgoals but connecting on 20 of 21 field goals for the season. He also hit 2 field goals in Washington's Super Bowl victory over the Dolphins.
George Allen
Washington Redskin Head Coach George Allen
Jack Pardee Washington Redskins
Veteran linebacker Jack Pardee played 15 years as a Los Angeles Ram and was a member of one of the most dominate defenses the NFL has ever seen. His last 2 seasons were spent with the Washington Redskins. In 1971 he returned a 20-yard interception of Giants quarterback Fran Tarkington for a touchdown. 1972, his final NFL season as a player, he was a starter on the Redskin defense that went to Super Bowl IX. After his time as a player he began coaching and ended up as head coach for 3 different teams.
Diron Talbert
He may not have been a household name among common NFL fans but the 14-year veteran is well known to old school Washington Redskins fans from the 1970s. A 5th round draft pick from Texas by the Los Angeles Rams in 1966. He joined the Redskins in 1971 and was a major player in the Redskins success of the early 70s getting named to the 1973 UPI All Pro Team and making the Pro Bowl in 1974.
George Rogers
Joined Washington in 1985. Played 3 seasons with the Redskins and finished with 2909 yards, averaging 4.2 YPC with them. Led the NFL for rushing touchdowns in 1986 with 18 scores.
John Riggins
John Riggins, Washington Redskins 1976-1985
Terry Allen
All-Pro NFL Runningback Terry Allen, 1991-2001
Sonny Jurgensen Larry Brown behind that Redskin Offensive Line
Redskins quarterback Sonny Jurgensen (#9) gets set behind his offensive line as runningbacks Larry Brown (#43) and Charley Harraway (#31) move into position.
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Diron Talbert
He may not have been a household name among common NFL fans but the 14-year veteran is well known to old school Washington Redskins fans from the 1970s. A 5th round draft pick from Texas by the Los Angeles Rams in 1966. He joined the Redskins in 1971 and was a major player in the Redskins success of the early 70s getting named to the 1973 UPI All Pro Team and making the Pro Bowl in 1974.
Roy Jefferson
Roy Jefferson, Washington Redskins 1971-1976
Kelvin Bryant Redskins
A star at North Carolina and in the USFL, injuries hobbled what could have been an incredible NFL career. In 4 active seasons with the Redskins he totaled 2820 total yards from scrimmage (1186 rushing and 1634 receiving) and scored 20 touchdowns.
Doug Williams
After playing in the USFL from 1983 to 1985 Williams returned to the NFL as a back-up at Washington. By 1987 he was the starter and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. He was named the MVP after a 340-yard, 4 touchdown performance in a 42-10 blowout of the Buffalo Bills.
Bobby Mitchell
Traded to the Washington Redskins in 1962 he spent 7 seasons with Washington where was used primarily as in the Flanker position catching 393 passes for 6492 yards and 49 touchdowns. He retired after the 1968 NFL season.
1983 Super Bowl MVP John Riggins
The Washington Redskin fullback set a Super Bowl record for rushing attempts - 38 as well as yards - 166 in the 27-17 victory over the Miami Dolphins.
Dick Alban - NFL
Defensive Back played in the NFL from 1952 to 1959 for the Washington Redskins and Pittsburgh Steelers. Attended Northwestern before being drafted by the Redskins in 1952. Pro Bowl in 1954.
Redskin Quarterbacks Billy Kilmer and Sonny Jurgensen
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Sam Huff
Chosen to the 1950s Hall of Fame Team he went to 4 Pro Bowls and made 2 NFL All-Pro teams during his 8 year career with the New York Giants.
Doug Williams
After playing in the USFL from 1983 to 1985 Williams returned to the NFL as a back-up at Washington. By 1987 he was the starter and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. He was named the MVP after a 340-yard, 4 touchdown performance in a 42-10 blowout of the Buffalo Bills.
Mark Moseley
Originally a 14th-round draft pick of the Philadelphia Eagles in 1970 he spent 1 season wit Philly and 2 with Houston before joining the Redskins in 1974. He remained with Washington 13 years until 1986 and is still their #1 All-Time leading scored with 1206 points.
Gerald Riggs
Joined the Redskins after 7 very succesful years in Atlanta in 1989 where he stayed unti 1991. While his yardage-gained wasn't overly remarkable his 21 touchdowns during those 3 seasons are. He scored 11 alone in 1991. His 6 touchdowns during the playoffs that year - 2 against the Falcons, 2 against Detroit and 2 in the Super Bowl against Buffalo are still an NFL record.
Brad Johnson
After leaving Minnesota he joined the Washington Redskins in 1999 and had had a very good season completing almost 61% of 519 pass attempts for 4005 yards and 24 touchdowns as Washington fielded one of the best offenses in league that year. Guided the Redskins to a 10-6 record as well as an NFC East Division Title.
His efforts were good enough for a Pro Bowl appearance.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Jack Pardee and Chris Hanburger Washington Redskins
Redskins Coach George Allen has words with a couple of his veteran defenders. #55 - Chris Hanburger and #32 - Jack Pardee.
Sam Huff Applies Pressure to Don Meredith 1967
Redskins great Sam Huff blows past by the attempts of the Dallas Cowboys offensive line in route to collaring Cowboy quarterback Don Meredith in 1967 Cowboys/Redskins action.
Jessie Armstead
Jessie Armstead - NFL Linebacker
Mark Moseley
The 2-time Pro Bowler spent 13 seasons with the Washington Redskins connecting on 66.2% of his 397 fieldgoals. The longest field goal of his career - 55 yards came against Philadelphia in 1986, his last year in the NFL.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Dexter Manley Rushing Dan Fouts
Washington Redskins All-Pro defensive lineman Dexter Manley rushing Chargers great Dan Fouts.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Redskins Head Coach George Allen with his 1975 Defensive Line
Redskins Head Coach George Allen pictured in 1975 with his Defensive Line - Dave Butz (#65), Dennis Johnson (#61), Verlon Biggs (#86), Ron McDole (#79), Dennis Johnson (#77), Manny Sistrunk (#64), Head Coach George Allen and Diron Talbert (#72)
Terry Allen
All-Pro NFL Runningback Terry Allen, 1991-2001
John Riggins
John Riggins, Washington Redskins 1976-1985
Fran Tarkenton Escapes Frank Bosch of the Redskins
Already well know for his scrambling talents he continued to elude defenders even while he was a New York Giant. In his 5 seasons there he ran for 1126 yards, 10 touchdowns and managed a 5.3 YPC average.
NFL Larry Brown
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Bruce Smith
After his long and successful career with Buffalo Bruce Smith joined Washington and had 4 productive years as a Redskin. His totals - 29 sacks, 134 tackles and 1 safety.
Sonny Jurgensen against Dallas in 1969
From the 1969 season finale against the Dallas Cowboys. Despite losing to the Cowboys he led the Redskins to one of their best seasons in 8 years. 7 victories as well as All-Pro Honors while leading the NFL in passing attempts, completions and passing yards.
1969 Season Totals:
| Year |
Age |
QBrec |
Cmp |
Att |
Cmp% |
Yds |
TD |
TD% |
Int |
Int% |
Long |
AY/A |
Y/G |
Rate |
Sacked |
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1969 |
35 |
7-5-2 |
274 |
442 |
62.0 |
3102 |
22 |
5.0 |
15 |
3.4 |
88 |
6.5 |
221.6 |
85.4 |
40 |
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Roy Jefferson
Roy Jefferson, Washington Redskins 1971-1976
Brad Johnson
After leaving Minnesota he joined the Washington Redskins in 1999 and had had a very good season completing almost 61% of 519 pass attempts for 4005 yards and 24 touchdowns as Washington fielded one of the best offenses in league that year. Guided the Redskins to a 10-6 record as well as an NFC East Division Title.
His efforts were good enough for a Pro Bowl appearance.
Redskin Offense of the 80s - Ricky Sanders, Gary Clark and Doug Williams
Some of the major componenets of the Washington Redskin Offense during the 80s - receivers Ricky Sanders and Gary Clark and quarterbackback Doug Williams
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Darrell Green 1991 Pro Set Card
Darrell Green featured on his 1991 Pro Set Football Card. That season the Redskins won Super Bowl XXVI against the Buffalo Bills. He had 5 picks that season and made the All-Pro Team.
billy-kilmer-1971-washington-redskins
Recently traded from the Saints, he quickly established himself the Redskins starter in 1971 after incumbent starter, Sonny Jurgensen went down with an injury. Kilmer remained the starter for the next several seasons leading the Skins to a Super Bowl against the Dolphins in 1972.
Sam Baugh
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Brad Johnson, Quarterback 1994-2008
After leaving Minnesota he joined the Washington Redskins in 1999 and had had a very good season completing almost 61% of 519 pass attempts for 4005 yards and 24 touchdowns as Washington fielded one of the best offenses in league that year. Guided the Redskins to a 10-6 record as well as an NFC East Division Title.
His efforts were good enough for a Pro Bowl appearance.
Bruce Smith
After his long and successful career with Buffalo Bruce Smith joined Washington and had 4 productive years as a Redskin. His totals - 29 sacks, 134 tackles and 1 safety.
Sammy Baugh 1947-1952 NFL Quarterback
NFL Runningback Earnest Byner
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Chris Hanburger Blitzing Bert Jones
The Washington Redskins defense led by a blitzing Chris Hanburger (#55) swarms Baltimore quarterback Bert Jones.
Doug Williams
After playing in the USFL from 1983 to 1985 Williams returned to the NFL as a back-up at Washington. By 1987 he was the starter and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. He was named the MVP after a 340-yard, 4 touchdown performance in a 42-10 blowout of the Buffalo Bills.
Darrell Green
Named to the NFL 1990s All-Decade Team he played in 3 Super Bowls and on 2 Super Bowl Championship teams. Pro Bowl Team 7 times and 1st Team All-Pro 4 times. Played in 295 games, made 54 interceptions and scored a total of 8 touchdowns. Also scored 3 post-season touchdowns (2 Interception Returns and 1 Punt Return) for Washington.
Head Coach Otto Graham with QB Sonny Jurgensen
Otto Graham, the Hall of Fame Championship quarterback for the Cleveland Browns briefly held the Head Coaching position of the Washington Redskins from 1966 to 1968. His playing career was much more impressive as he managed a 17 and 22 record.
Sam Huff Stares Down John Brodie
Redskins linebacker Sam Huff stares down 49ers quarterback John Brodie
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Darrell Green
20 year NFL veteran, without a doubt one of the most respected players in professional football during his time. He was Washington's 1st round draft pick in 1983 from Texas A&M - Kingston and made an immediate impact his first year in the league starting all 16 games, while being named to the 1983 All-Rookie team and was the runner-up for NFL Rookie of the Year Honors. Playing until he 42 years old he holds numerous "Oldest Player" titles such as Oldest NFL Defensive Back and Oldest player with an interception.
Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2008.
Earnest Byner Washington Redskins 1989-1993
Sonny Jurgensen 1966 vs Dallas
Under pressure from Cowboys George Andre (#66) and Bob Lily (#74) the Redskin quarterback sets up to pass in a December 1966 game where he was 18 of 33 as he passed for 308 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also drove the Washington offense down the field to a game-winning Pete Gogolak field goal for a 34-31 victory.
Ron McDole Scores against Houston | 1971
One of the 2 touchdowns he scored during his 18-year career in professional football. This, an 18-yard interception return, came in 1971 against the Houston Oilers. He's surrounded by Redskins linebackers Chris Hanburger (#55), Myron Pottios (#66) and Jack Pardee (#32) in the endzone. Oilers Receiver Ken Burrough (#00) looks on.
Veron Biggs
Verlon Biggs, Defensive lineman 1965-1974
George Allen Washington Redskin Head Coach
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Roy Jefferson
Roy Jefferson, Washington Redskins 1971-1976
Brad Dusek
A running back at Texas A&M he was drafted by the New England Patriots in the 3rd round of the 1973 draft. Ended up with Washington where he played 8 seasons, starting 97 games and earning All Pro honors in 1979 when was credited with 116 tackles, 3 fumble recoveries and 1 interception. All-in-all he logged a total of 16 fumble recoveries and 4 interceptions in his NFL career. He also scored 3 times with fumble recoveries. A 16-yard TD return against the Saints in 1975 - a 32-yard recovery against Philadelphia in 1976 and again in 1978 with a 31-yarder against the Patriots in 1978.
Steve Bagarus NFL 1945 All Pro
Steve Bagarus, NFL Runningback/Defensive Back 1944-1948
Sam Baugh
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Darrell Green
Had an interception every season for 19 straight years. Against Detroit in 1987 had 3 picks and returned a fumble 78 yards for a touchdown against Indianapolis in 1993.
Paul Krause
After being drafted in the 2nd round of the 1964 NFL Draft by Washington he led the NFL his rookie year with 12 interceptions and was named to his first of 8 Pro Bowls he made during his 14-year career. Was traded to the Vikings in 1968. Played in each of the Vikings Super Bowls and had a pick in Super Bowl IV against Kansas City and a fumble recovery in Super Bowl IX against the Steelers. Is still the NFL's All-Time leading career interception leader with 81 picks. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1998.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Redskins Fullback John Riggins
The bruising fullback of the Washington Redskins picks up yardage against the Miami Dolphins.
Earnest Byner NFL Running Back
Redskins Running Back Earnest Byner
Sonny Jurgensen
Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback 1957-1963
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Diron Talbert
He may not have been a household name among common NFL fans but the 14-year veteran is well known to old school Washington Redskins fans from the 1970s. A 5th round draft pick from Texas by the Los Angeles Rams in 1966. He joined the Redskins in 1971 and was a major player in the Redskins success of the early 70s getting named to the 1973 UPI All Pro Team and making the Pro Bowl in 1974.
Gerald Riggs
Joined the Redskins after 7 very succesful years in Atlanta in 1989 where he stayed unti 1991. While his yardage-gained wasn't overly remarkable his 21 touchdowns during those 3 seasons are. He scored 11 alone in 1991. His 6 touchdowns during the playoffs that year - 2 against the Falcons, 2 against Detroit and 2 in the Super Bowl against Buffalo are still an NFL record.
Roy Jefferson
Roy Jefferson, Washington Redskins 1971-1976
Bobby Mitchell
First Black player to play for the Washington Redskins, he was a 7th round draft of the Cleveland Browns in 1958 out of Illinois. Known as a exciting and dynamic player, of his 91 career touchdowns, 34 came on plays of 40urlencodedmlaplussign yards. His first score of the 1963 season was a 99-yard touchdown catch from Redskin quarterback George Izo against his former team - the Browns.
Brad Johnson
After leaving Minnesota he joined the Washington Redskins in 1999 and had had a very good season completing almost 61% of 519 pass attempts for 4005 yards and 24 touchdowns as Washington fielded one of the best offenses in league that year. Guided the Redskins to a 10-6 record as well as an NFC East Division Title.
His efforts were good enough for a Pro Bowl appearance.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Dick Alban
Defensive Back played in the NFL from 1952 to 1959 for the Washington Redskins and Pittsburgh Steelers. Attended Northwestern before being drafted by the Redskins in 1952. Pro Bowl in 1954.
Redskins Linebacker Jack Pardee
The former longtime Ram linebacker makes a stop against his former team.
Redskins Defense - Dave Butz, Ron McDole and Brad Dusek
Washington Redskins linebacker Brad Dusek (#59) with team mates Dave Butz (#65) and Ron McDole (#79). Throughout the 1970s the Redskins consistently ranked among the NFL leading defenses.
Roy Jefferson
Roy Jefferson, Washington Redskins 1971-1976
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Sam Huff Pressures Don Meredith 1967
Redskins great Sam Huff blows past by the attempts of the Dallas Cowboys offensive line in route to collaring Cowboy quarterback Don Meredith in 1967 Cowboys/Redskins action.
Sam Baugh Washington Redskins
Darrell Green
20 year NFL veteran, without a doubt one of the most respected players in professional football during his time. He was Washington's 1st round draft pick in 1983 from Texas A&M - Kingston and made an immediate impact his first year in the league starting all 16 games, while being named to the 1983 All-Rookie team and was the runner-up for NFL Rookie of the Year Honors. Playing until he 42 years old he holds numerous "Oldest Player" titles such as Oldest NFL Defensive Back and Oldest player with an interception.
Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2008.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Sonny Jurgensen a 1966 Pro Football Almanac Sketch
A sketch of the heralded Redskin quarterback in the 1966 issue of Pro Football Almanac
Sam Huff
After his time with the Giants Huff joined the Washington Redskins and made an immediate impact. He was named to his 5th Probowl in 1964 and remained with Washington until 1967 and then returned for one season in 1969 to play for Vince Lombardi when Lombardi was head coach.
Sonny Jurgensen
Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback 1957-1963
Sam Baugh Redskin Quarterback from 1947-1952
Mark Moseley Kicks while Joe Theismann Holds
Bill Anderson, Washington Redskins
Bill Anderson, Washington Redskins Receiver 1958-1963
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Doug Williams
After playing in the USFL from 1983 to 1985 Williams returned to the NFL as a back-up at Washington. By 1987 he was the starter and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. He was named the MVP after a 340-yard, 4 touchdown performance in a 42-10 blowout of the Buffalo Bills.
Mark Moseley
One of the last straight-on kickers and the only kicker to ever be named NFL MVP. He earned the honor in 1982 after not only setting an NFL record for 21 consecutive fieldgoals but connecting on 20 of 21 field goals for the season. He also hit 2 field goals in Washington's Super Bowl victory over the Dolphins.
Bobby Mitchell
First Black player to play for the Washington Redskins, he was a 7th round draft of the Cleveland Browns in 1958 out of Illinois. Known as a exciting and dynamic player, of his 91 career touchdowns, 34 came on plays of 40+ yards. His first score of the 1963 season was a 99-yard touchdown catch from Redskin quarterback George Izo against his former team - the Browns.
Bill Anderson
Bill Anderson, NFL Receiver, 1958-1966
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Diron Talbert
He may not have been a household name among common NFL fans but the 14-year veteran is well known to old school Washington Redskins fans from the 1970s. A 5th round draft pick from Texas by the Los Angeles Rams in 1966. He joined the Redskins in 1971 and was a major player in the Redskins success of the early 70s getting named to the 1973 UPI All Pro Team and making the Pro Bowl in 1974.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Larry Brown Redskins Running Back
Coy Bacon brings down Archie Manning
Coy Bacon brings down the Saints signal caller
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Fullback for 14 years in the NFL. Finished with 11,352 yards (19th best in NFL history) on 2916 carries (13th best) and 104 touchdowns (5th best in league history).
Darrell Green
Arguably one of the fastest player to ever play the game he won the NFL's Fastest Man Competion 4 times. Holds several Redskin team records - Most Career Interceptions, Most Games Started and Most Games Played and Most Interceptions Returned for Touchdowns among others.
John Riggins Painting
Portrait of the famous Fullback during his time with the Washington Redskins.
Billy Kilmer
16-year NFL veteran quarterback led the Washington Redskins to a Super Bowl appearance in 1972.
Sam Baugh
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Don Meredith and Sonny Jurgensen in 1967
A scene from the end of the October 8, 1967 confrontation between the Cowboys and Redskins that ended in a 17-14 Cowboys win. With 1:10 left in the game Meredith took over and drove Dallas 71 yards for the game winning drive. On 4th down, he connected with Dan Reeves as Reeves swung out of the backfield and galloped 36 yards for the game-winning score.
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Bobby Mitchell
First Black player to play for the Washington Redskins, he was a 7th round draft of the Cleveland Browns in 1958 out of Illinois. Known as a exciting and dynamic player, of his 91 career touchdowns, 34 came on plays of 40urlencodedmlaplussign yards. His first score of the 1963 season was a 99-yard touchdown catch from Redskin quarterback George Izo against his former team - the Browns.
Redskins Defense - Dave Butz, Ron McDole and Brad Dusek
3 major reasons for the Washington Redskins defensive success of the 1970s decade - defensive lineman Dave Butz (#65) and Ron McDole (#79) along with linebacker Brad Dusek (#59).
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Bobby Mitchell
Traded to the Washington Redskins in 1962 he spent 7 seasons with Washington where was used primarily as in the Flanker position catching 393 passes for 6492 yards and 49 touchdowns. He retired after the 1968 NFL season.
Sam Huff
After his time with the Giants Huff joined the Washington Redskins and made an immediate impact. He was named to his 5th Probowl in 1964 and remained with Washington until 1967 and then returned for one season in 1969 to play for Vince Lombardi when Lombardi was head coach.
Earnest Byner Washington Redskins
Earnest Byner, Washington Redskins 1989-1993
Calvin Hill
After 6 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys and 1 with the Hawaiians of the World Football League Hill played 2 seasons with the Washington Redskins.
Craig Morton sacked by Diron Talbert
Giants Quarterback Craig Morton goes down at the efforts Washington Redskins defensive tackle Diron Talbert.
Allegedly, the phrase "Sack the Quarterback" came about after Rams Head Coach Joe Gibbs made the comment "we’re going to take that Morton salt and put him into a sack” before a game against Morton when he was playing for the Dallas Cowboys.
Billy Kilmer flushed out by Saints Defense in 1971
Having recently been traded to Washington he found himself facing his old team, the Saints in 1971. Here linebacker Wayne Coleman forces him to repostion himself. At the end of the day though it was a 24-14 Redskins win with Kilmer throwing one touchdown, running for another and passing for 204 yards.
Redskins Running Back George Rogers
Traded to Washington in 1985 and had 3 very productive seasons for the Redskins rushing for a total of 2909 yards - still #12 on the All-Time Franchise Rushing Yards List. Led the NFL in 1986 with 18 touchdowns.
Retired in 1987 as NFL's #15 All-Time leading Rusher.
Mark Moseley
One of the last straight-on kickers and the only kicker to ever be named NFL MVP. He earned the honor in 1982 after not only setting an NFL record for 21 consecutive fieldgoals but connecting on 20 of 21 field goals for the season. He also hit 2 field goals in Washington's Super Bowl victory over the Dolphins.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
John Riggins, Washington Redskins
John Riggins, Washington Redskins 1976-1985
Roy Jefferson
Roy Jefferson, Washington Redskins 1971-1976
Rookie Kelvin Bryant
Originally a 1st-round draft pick of the Philadelphia Stars of the USFL, Bryant had 3 very successful seasons in the upstart league before joining the Washington Redskins in 1986. Despite primarily being a back-up to George Rodgers he managed 4 productive years there. Injuries sidelined him the entire 1989 season and caused he retirement after the 1990 season.
Gerald Riggs 1991 Pro Set Card
The 1991 Pro Set Trading card of Washington Redskins running back Gerald Riggs. 1991 was Riggs 10th and final year in the NFL.
Redskin Running Back Earnest Byner
John Riggins
A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.
Joe Theismann
All Pro Quarterback of the Washington Redskins. Played from 1974 to 1985 leading the Redskins to a Super Bowl Championship in 1982.
Sonny Jurgensen
Washington Redskins Quarterback 1964-1974
Sonny Jurgensen
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Darrell Green
20 year NFL veteran, without a doubt one of the most respected players in professional football during his time. He was Washington's 1st round draft pick in 1983 from Texas A&M - Kingston and made an immediate impact his first year in the league starting all 16 games, while being named to the 1983 All-Rookie team and was the runner-up for NFL Rookie of the Year Honors. Playing until he 42 years old he holds numerous "Oldest Player" titles such as Oldest NFL Defensive Back and Oldest player with an interception.
Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2008.
Bobby Mitchell
Traded to the Washington Redskins in 1962 he spent 7 seasons with Washington where was used primarily as in the Flanker position catching 393 passes for 6492 yards and 49 touchdowns. He retired after the 1968 NFL season.
Doug Williams
After playing in the USFL from 1983 to 1985 Williams returned to the NFL as a back-up at Washington. By 1987 he was the starter and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. He was named the MVP after a 340-yard, 4 touchdown performance in a 42-10 blowout of the Buffalo Bills.
Roy Jefferson
Roy Jefferson, Washington Redskins 1971-1976
Ron McDole blocks Kick against Eagles
While official stats do not exist for blocked kicks is is commonly agreed that he was among the NFL's top kick blockers. Here he blocks a kick against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Bobby Mitchell
First Black player to play for the Washington Redskins, he was a 7th round draft of the Cleveland Browns in 1958 out of Illinois. Known as a exciting and dynamic player, of his 91 career touchdowns, 34 came on plays of 40urlencodedmlaplussign yards. His first score of the 1963 season was a 99-yard touchdown catch from Redskin quarterback George Izo against his former team - the Browns.
Jessie Armstead
Jessie Armstead - NFL Linebacker
Bruce Smith
After his long and successful career with Buffalo Bruce Smith joined Washington and had 4 productive years as a Redskin. His totals - 29 sacks, 134 tackles and 1 safety.
R.C. Thielemann leads Kelvin Bryant
Redskins Offense! Running back Kelvin Bryant gets behind the blocking of former Falcon Offensive Lineman R.C. Thielemann in late 1980s action.