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Washington Redskins
The Washington Redskins are a professional football team based in Washington, D.C. and part of the Eastern Division of the NFC in the National Football League.
662 Questions
What year did the Redskins change their name from the Braves to the Redskins?
In 1933 The Boston Braves changed their name to The Boston Redskins.
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When was the last time the redskins won a playoff game?
Through the 2009 season, that was January 7, 2006 when the Redskins defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 17-10.
Who was the defensive tackle for the Redskins a few years back who could not read or write?
That was defensive end Dexter Manley who played with the Redskins between 1981-1989. Manley testified to a Senate subcommittee on education in 1989 that he could neither read nor write.
Click on the 'Dexter Manley Story' link below to read about his life and how he kept the fact that he could not read nor write a secret.
Doug Williams was promoted to the position of director of professional scouting in February 2009, for the Tampa Bay Bucs.
Who was the running back for the redskins in 1988?
Timmy Smith, Jamie Morris, and Kelvin Bryant shared RB duties for the 1988 Redskins. Smith gained 470 yards, Morris gained 437 yards, and Bryant gained 498 yards. Keith Griffin also saw action for the 1988 Redskins, playing in 8 games.
Are RFK Stadium and FedEx Field the same?
No, although both are located in Washington, D.C.
The former name of RFK Stadium was D.C. Stadium
Actually, only RFK is located in Washington, DC. FedEx Field is located outside of DC in Landover, Maryland.
RFK used to be the Redskins' stadium before FedEx Field was built and took over the job in 1997.
RFK is now the home of DC United, Washington's soccer team.
What NFL team did Joe Gibbs coach before the Redskins?
Before joining the Redskins in 1981 as head coach, Gibbs was the offensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers.
The Redskins job was his first as a head coach, either in college or the NFL.
What is Kyle Nelson's number on the Washington Redskins?
Kyle Nelson is number 40 on the Washington Redskins.
When were the redskins founded?
The Redskins first season in the NFL was 1932. They were known as the Boston Braves. They changed their name to Redskins in 1933 and moved to Washington and became the Washington Redskins in 1937.
Who is the rival of the Washington Redskins?
The Redskins' divisional rivals are; the New York Giants, the Philadelphia Eagles and, the Dallas Cowboys.
How many players have played for both the Redskins and the Cowboys in the NFL?
Well, I don't really know the total number but can give you a few: 1) QB Eddie LeBaron - Washington 1952-1959, Dallas 1960-1963
2) RB/K Sam Baker - Washington 1953-1959, Dallas 1962-1963
3) G Ray Schoenke - Dallas 1963-1964, Washington 1966-1975
4) G/TE Jake Kupp - Dallas 1964-1965, Washington 1966
5) RB A.D. Whitfield - Dallas 1965, Washington 1966-1968
6) G John Wilbur - Dallas 1966-1969, Washington 1971-1974
7) DE Andy Stynchula - Washington 1960-1963, Dallas 1968
8) RB Calvin Hill - Dallas 1969-1974, Washington 1976-1977
9) RB Duane Thomas - Dallas 1970-1971, Washington 1973-1974
10) TE Jean Fugett - Dallas 1972-1975, Washington 1976-1979
11) QB Babe Laufenberg - Was with Washington for several years in the early/mid 1980s but never got into a regular season game, Dallas - 1989-1990
12) DT Dean Hamel - Washington 1985-1988, Dallas 1989-1990
13) RB Timmy Smith - Washington 1987-1988, Dallas 1990
14) K Eddie Murray - Dallas 1993, Washington 1995 and 2000
15) QB Rodney Peete - Dallas 1994, Washington 1999
16) DB Deion Sanders - Dallas 1995-1999, Washington 2000
17) DT Brandon Noble - Dallas 1999-2002, Washington 2003-2004
18) K Jose Cortez - Washington 2002, Dallas 2005
19) T Jason Fabini - Dallas 2006, Washington 2007
20) K Shaun Suisham - Dallas 2005-2006, Washington 2006-2008 (was released in 2006 by Dallas and picked up by Washington)
The Hall of Famer, Sam Huff (1964-1969). The number was also worn briefly (1993) by Leonard Marshall. It was never officially retired.
What years did Vince Lombardi coach the Redskins?
Vince Lombardi was head coach of the Washington Redskins for one season, that being 1969. The team went 7-5-2 that year, their first winning season since 1955. Lombardi passed away two weeks prior to the beginning of the 1970 regular season.
Who is Clinton portis parents?
Clinton Portis' mother is named Rhonnel, and his father is named Clint. Portis attended the University of Miami before spending nine seasons in the NFL.
What color is the redskins home jersey?
Most teams wear their dark colors at home, but the redskins and cowboys wear their white uniforms at home. the redskins home uniform is white with burgandy and gold trim.
What was darrell greens fastest 40 yard dash?
It's unproven, but there have been rumors that he ran 3.87 in a actual game in the late 80s, incredible, but not impossible when it comes to Darrell Green.
