Legendary Players
17 entries in the Washington Commanders compendium.
Dick LaneHail to the Commanders: A legacy of championships and resilience.John RigginsHall of Fame running back known for his powerful running style and Super Bowl MVP performance.Art MonkThe first player to reach 900 career receptions and a three-time Super Bowl champion with Washington.Chris HanburgerThe Hangman: A Hall of Fame LinebackerSean TaylorHard-hitting safety for the Washington Redskins, known as 'Meast,' who earned one Pro Bowl selection during…Sam HuffThe first defensive player to gain widespread NFL prominence, Sam Huff was a five-time Pro Bowl linebacker…Jeff BosticThree-time Super Bowl champion center for the Washington Redskins and member of 'The Hogs'.LaVar ArringtonLinebacker known for 'The LaVar Leap' and a seven-year NFL career with the Washington Redskins and New York…Russ GrimmHall of Fame guard and three-time Super Bowl champion with the Washington Redskins, later a coach for four…Doug WilliamsMultiple people and a character share the name Doug or Douglas Williams.Bobby MitchellBobby Mitchell: Hall of Fame halfback and wide receiver who integrated the Washington Redskins and spent 41…Joe TheismannFrom Notre Dame to Super Bowl glory, Joe Theismann's legacy is defined by a championship, a shocking injury…Bruce SmithThe NFL's all-time sack leader and a 15-year anchor of the Buffalo Bills' defense, capped by four seasons in…Mark MoseleyThe only pure special teams player to win NFL MVPClinton PortisWashington Redskins running back for seven seasons; recorded 1,516 rushing yards in 2005, a mark later…Dexter ManleySecretary of Defense: Redskins sack leader and two-time Super Bowl champion.Gary PlummerThe Cal Golden Bears' 11th-round pick who anchored the linebacker corps for the Chargers and 49ers, winning a…
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