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In this Dec. 15, 1936 file photo, Sammy Baugh, backfield star of Texas Christian University, is demonstrating his sidestepping ability in Dallas. Baugh, who set numerous passing records with the Washington Redskins in an era when NFL teams were running most every down, died Wednesday night, Dec. 17, 2008 his son said. Baugh, who was 94 and had numerous health issues, died at Fisher County Hospital in Rotan, Texas, David Baugh said. (AP Photo/JFL, File) (Jfl - AP) Sammy Baugh 1945 Sammy Baugh SAMMY BAUGH DIED WEDNESDAY NIGHT, DECEMBER 17, 2008 Sammy Baugh was the last surviving member of the Pro Football Hall of ... Read Full Story

To silence the rumors surrounding the security (and sanctity) of the head coaching position of Jim Zorn of the Washington Redskins, Executive Vice President of Football Operations, Vinnie Cerrato made the following statement today to all in the sound of his voice: "Jim Zorn is the head coach of the Washington Redskins and will be the for the rest of this season and hopefully into the future.” Again, this statement goes to the heart of what Washington has been saying this season, but not really doing implementing. The players have rallied behind their coach, and those in the Redskins' front office continue to claim ... Read Full Story

I attended my very first professional football game with the Redskins back in 1942. I went to Griffith Stadium in Washington, D.C., and watched the incredible performance of Slinging Sammy Baugh. He's recognized as the greatest Redskin ever. Sammy Baugh was Washington's folk hero of the late 1930's and 1940's. He passed away this past December 17th at the age of 91. I was only 10 years old back in 1942 and this was my very first big time football game. I was so excited to see Baugh throw those long passes - he was deadly accurate. In fact, the famous Washington Post sportswriter, ... Read Full Story

It saddened me last Wednesday to learn of the death of football legend Sammy Baugh. The 94 year old Baugh passed from the many complications associated with old age. A three sport athlete at Texas Christian and signed to professional baseball and football contracts, Sammy played for the Washington Redskins from 1937 until 1952 as quarterback, defensive back and punter. Baugh earned the distinction of the Redskins highest paid player when he signed a 1937 contract for $8,000 per year. Sammy led the league many years in passing, interceptions and punting and still holds several records, including most seasons leading the league in passing ... Read Full Story