Washington Commanders
Washington Commanders was founded in 1932. They are also known as Washington Redskins. They have created a rich history by facing struggles and successes in their era. They have gone through different changes but they marked their place. They have struggled in their early years but they won their first championship in 1937. They again faced many challenges during the 1990s to early 2000s.
Histry
Washington Commanders were established in 1932. They have seen many challenges in their starting years. They have gone through different changes and challenges. They are also known as the Skins. Washington Commanders have won 5 league championships, 2 NFL championships, 3 Super Bowl Championships, 5 Conference Championships, 15 Division Championships, and 25 playoff appearances in their entire era.
Awards
| MVP | ||
|---|---|---|
| Season | Player | Position |
| 1972 | Larry Brown | RB |
| 1982 | Mark Moseley | K |
| 1983 | Joe Theismann | QB |
| Super Bowl MVP | ||
|---|---|---|
| Super Bowl | Player | Position |
| XVII | John Riggins | RB |
| XXII | Doug Williams | QB |
| XXVI | Mark Rypien | QB |
| Coach of the Year | |
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| Season | Coach |
| 1971 | George Allen |
| 1979 | Jack Pardee |
| 1982 | Joe Gibbs |
| 1983 | Joe Gibbs |
Top-Players
Joe Theismann
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
|---|---|---|
| 1982 NFC Wild Card Game • Theismann threw for 256 yards and 2 touchdowns, leading the Commanders to a 31-7 victory |
Super Bowl XVII Commanders 27, Dolphins 17 | Washington Commanders |
| 1983 NFC Championship Game • Throwing for 343 yards and 2 touchdowns, helping the Commanders secure a 24-21 victory to advance to the Super Bowl |
Super Bowl XXII Commanders 42, Broncos 10 | |
| Super Bowl XVII 1983 • Theismann threw for 143 yards and 1 touchdown in a game. The Commanders won 27-17, marking Theismann's first Super Bowl victory. |
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| 1987 NFC Championship Game • Theismann threw for 300 yards and 2 touchdowns, leading the Commanders to a 17-10 victory and another Super Bowl appearance. |
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| Super Bowl XXII 1988 • Throwing for 227 yards and 1 touchdown. The Commanders won 42-10, securing their second Super Bowl title in five years. |
John Riggins
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
|---|---|---|
| 1982 NFC Wild Card Game • Riggins rushed for 132 yards and 2 touchdowns, leading the Commanders to a 31-7 victory |
Super Bowl XVIICommanders 27, Dolphins 17 | Washington Commanders |
| 1983 NFC Championship Game • Rushing for 105 yards and 1 touchdown, helping the Commanders secure a 24-21 victory to advance to the Super Bowl. |
Super Bowl XXIICommanders 42, Broncos 10 | New York Jets |
| Super Bowl XVII 1983 • Rushing for 166 yards and 1 touchdown, leading the Commanders to a 27-17 victory |
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| >b>1987 NFC Championship Game • Riggins rushed for 113 yards and 1 touchdown, helping the Commanders win 17-10 and secure another Super Bowl appearance |
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| Super Bowl XXII 1988 • Rushing for 61 yards and 2 touchdowns in a 42-10 victory |
Art Monk
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
|---|---|---|
| 1982 NFC Wild Card Game • Monk had 5 receptions for 70 yards, helping the Commanders secure a 31-7 victory |
Super Bowl XVIICommanders 27, Dolphins 17 | Washington Commanders |
| 1983 NFC Championship Game • Monk recorded 6 receptions for 101 yards and 1 touchdown, leading the Commanders to a 24-21 victory to advance to the Super Bowl. |
>b>Super Bowl XXII Commanders 42, Broncos 10 | |
| Super Bowl XVII 1983 • Monk had 3 receptions for 40 yards in the Commanders' 27-17 victory |
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| 1987 NFC Championship Game • Monk had 5 receptions for 70 yards, helping the Commanders win 17-10 and secure another Super Bowl appearance |
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| Super Bowl XXII 1988 • Monk had 5 receptions for 70 yards in the Commanders' dominant 42-10 victory, contributing to their second Super Bowl title |