2008-02-11T17:55:00Z tag:blog.washingtonpost.com,2008:/redskinslegends/202 Copyright (c) 2008, WashingtonPost.Newsweek Interactive 2008-02-11T17:55:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-02-11:/redskinslegends2008/02/jlc_on_jz.html

Jason's pretty much off this week (well-earned), but Cindy and others will try to keep the blog rolling. For your lunchtime viewing pleasure, here's Jason talking about the Zorn hire ......Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

washingtonpost.com Sports Editor 2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-23:/redskinslegends2006/08/the_case_for_darrell_green.html

I'll keep this short and sweet. Sure, Riggo has one of the most memorable plays in Super Bowl history to his credit and was a warrior during his days with the Redskins, but let's remember he played his early seasons with the Jets and was only a part of one Redskins champion. Darrell Green has a street named after him for a reason -- the man embodies what it is to be a Washington Redskin....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-17:/redskinslegends2006/08/john_riggins_vs_art_monk.html

Isn't this like choosing between your mom and your dad at a custody hearing? It's near heresy to pick one over the other. In fact, it would be easier to choose between prime rib and lasagna for one's last meal. But that's another segment all together. So at this point, if you are true Redskins fan, you can (sorry for the cliché) throw all the statistics and pro bowls and charity events out the window...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Dan Hargett 2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-17:/redskinslegends2006/08/charles_mann_vs_darrell_green.html

Advantage: Green This particular matchup features two Redskins whose impact on the field is only matched by their contributions to the community off the field. Both players were part of multiple championship teams and delivered a high level of performance throughout their careers in Washington. While Mann provided the Redskins a consistent pass rush up front, Green's ability to effect the game in different ways elevates him past Mann. It is only fitting that the...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-10:/redskinslegends2006/08/sonny_jurgensen_vs_art_monk.html

Sonny Jurgensen had one of the greatest arms in NFL history and used it to throw for 255 career touchdowns and more than 32,000 yards. Although his one chance to play for a championship was thwarted by injury during the Redskins run to Super Bowl VII, he is likely the most popular ex-Redskin roaming the planet. His ebullient personality has earned him carte blanche in the D.C. area for most of the past 30 years....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Dan Hargett 2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-10:/redskinslegends2006/08/bobby_mitchell_vs_john_riggins.html

How does one choose between two Hall of Famers? Bobby Mitchell never played in the modern television era of the NFL and therefore precious little video evidence of his football exploits, but the man was the original slash, excelling as a running back and wide receiver as well as a punt and kick returner. John Riggins, though, is also a Hall of Famer and quite possibly the enduring face of the Redskins franchise. His four-game...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Dan Hargett 2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-09:/redskinslegends2006/08/darrell_green_vs_ken_houston.html

Advantage: Green Ken Houston was a spectacular safety. Possibly the greatest in Redskins franchise history. Still, he only spent half his career in Washington. Darrell Green holds the record for the longest tenure with the team, and he was productive every year. Both players are legends of the game and deserve credit. Unfortunately, only one can be chosen, and the one here is Darrell Green....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-09:/redskinslegends2006/08/charles_mann_vs_sam_huff.html

Advantage: Mann As was pointed out by many of you during the Huff-Hanburger matchup in the first round, many of Huff's greatest accomplishments came when he was with the Giants. While Mann did play with the 49ers at the end of his career, he still had his best years in Washington. The edge here goes to Mann because of his contributions to a pair of Redskins championship teams....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-03:/redskinslegends2006/08/ken_houston_vs_mark_murphy.html

Advantage: Houston This is one of the more equal matchups in the entire contest. Both players made big plays in big games and had great Redskins careers. The edge goes to Houston because he provided one of the most memorable plays ever in the Redskins-Cowboys rivalry with his goal-line tackle on Monday Night Football to preserve a victory for the burgundy and gold....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-03:/redskinslegends2006/08/pat_fischer_vs_darrell_green.html

Advantage: Green The difference between these two players is simple: both had outstanding careers, tons of interceptions and multiple big-game performances; but Green did it all with the Redskins. His 20-year tenure with the team separates him from Fischer, who spent much of his career elsewhere....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-03:/redskinslegends2006/08/sam_huff_vs_chris_hanburger.html

Advantage: Huff Chris Hanburger was a hard-nosed, tough and contributing player for the Redskins and led the defense. Sam Huff was on another level in my view. Huff, along with Jurgensen one of the team's long-time broadcasters, brought a grit and attitude to the Redskins' defense after arriving from the Giants. He helped form the Redskins defense into an improving unit....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-03:/redskinslegends2006/08/dexter_manley_vs_charles_mann.html

Advantage: Manley Charles Mann was a consistent and productive performer on the Redskins' defensive line for many years. He was the kind of player you could pencil in at the start of every training camp and know he would give you a solid season. Dexter Manley though was a game-breaker on the line. He wasn't as consistent or as much of a leader as Mann, but when he got it going he was an unstoppable...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-02:/redskinslegends2006/08/take_your_pick.html

Manley or Mann? Jurgensen or Baugh? -- You make the call. Vote on your favorite Redskins players of all time in our interactive online poll....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-02:/redskinslegends2006/08/the_sweet_16.html

The final cut down to eight offensive and eight defensive players was a very difficult one. In the long and distinguished history of the Redskins franchise, many players have stood out. Far more than 16 players have proven themselves as worthy of consideration. Unfortunately, the limit had to come somewhere and we decided to put it at 16. If you feel we made any egregious omissions or agree with all of our choices, please comment...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

2007-04-20T05:00:00Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2006-08-02:/redskinslegends2006/08/brian_mitchell_vs_john_riggins.html

Advantage: Riggins Brian Mitchell is actually my favorite player. I'm always partial to kick returners and Mitchell was the best ever in that role for the Redskins. Still, Riggins is a franchise legend and delivered the game-winning play for the Redskins in their first Super Bowl championship. The choice here goes for Riggo....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.