Washington Football fans wax poetic about Redskins history to help younger Skins and Commanders fans learn about our gloried burgundy and gold past.
These are the top 5 Redskins trades ever. The very best trades in franchise history. Washington has executed several brilliant trades that brought in Hall of Fame talent, championship anchors, and elite weapons. On this Flashback Friday, we snap back to the best deals we have ever made as an organization. Number 5 – Coles … Read more
On this Redskins throwback for October 8, Boston Redskins star Cliff Battles made NFL history with a record-shattering rushing performance. For the first time ever, an NFL player rushed for 200-plus yards. The 1933 game against the New York Giants delivered high drama. Battles dominated on the ground. However, the Redskins still had to fight … Read more
On this Redskins throwback for October 1, the Washington Redskins lost to the New York Giants 24-21. They played their very first game in D.C. Stadium — later known as RFK Stadium — in 1961. The Redskins christened their new home with a competitive battle against the Giants. They staked out a quick 21-7 lead … Read more
Fans still debate what the best Washington Redskins nickname of all time really is. From hard-hitting legends to larger-than-life personalities, the team’s history is packed with unforgettable monikers that captured the spirit of each era. For today’s Flashback Friday, we highlight some of the most iconic nicknames from the Redskins years — names that still … Read more
On this Redskins throwback for September 24, the Washington Redskins delivered a dominant 30-7 road win against the Dallas Cowboys. The 1989 game turned into a one-sided affair. Washington jumped out early and never looked back. They controlled both sides of the ball in Texas Stadium. Ball Control At It’s Finest The Redskins defense limited … Read more
Every great NFL team has stars, but only a special few teams have nicknames that outlive the players themselves. Washington’s history is packed with them — but ask any longtime fan what the best group nickname in Redskins history is, and you’ll spark a debate that never really ends. The Hogs. The Over-the-Hill Gang. The … Read more
On this Redskins throwback for September 17, the Washington Redskins defeated the Los Angeles Rams 27-20. They earned a strong road comeback victory in 2017. Kirk Cousins delivered a clutch performance in the second half. He ultimately threw for 299 yards and two touchdowns in the game. Cousin’s most important pass was a strike to … Read more
New and re-vamped Redskins Legends Profiles have been landing on the site all month. It’s time to round them all up in one place. From a founding owner’s complicated legacy to a Canadian trivia answer nobody expected, here’s everything added recently. The New Additions George Allen The coach who built the “Over the Hill Gang.” … Read more
On this Redskins throwback to September 10 in 1984, the Washington Redskins lost to the San Francisco 49ers 37-31, in an exciting, high-scoring Monday Night Football game. Joe Theismann and Joe Montana put on a show in a classic quarterback duel in this one. The 49ers built a commanding halftime lead behind Montana, who threw … Read more
Fans of the Washington Redskins and Commanders alike, will get to observe John Riggins Jersey Retired on Nov. 8, 2026. The ceremony takes place during Washington’s Week 9 home game against the Los Angeles Rams, when the No.44 will be hoisted to the rafter forever more. Riggins becomes the seventh player in franchise history to … Read more