"Jurgensen quickly became beloved by the fans and revered by his teammates. He remains one of the most underrated pure passers the league has ever seen. Astatement from the team after his passing said it best: he was a true giant. Sonny Jurgensen is, and always will be, one of the defining legends of Washington football. He was a giant of the game, and a beloved part of our team's identity. Our hearts and prayers are with Sonny's family, friends and everyone who loved him."
"The 1957 fourth-round pick completed 58 percent of his passes in Washington, accumulating 22,585 passing yards and 179 touchdowns in 11 seasons. Jurgensen was routinely in the MVP conversation and earned five Pro Bowl selections. He was also named to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1960s, a testament to his outstanding contributions that stand the test of time. Washington rightfully retired Jurgensen's No. 9 jersey during the 2022 season."
Sonny Jurgensen died at age 91. He arrived in Washington from the Philadelphia Eagles in 1964 and became the long-awaited replacement for Sammy Baugh. Jurgensen developed a signature three-quarter windmill release and quickly became beloved by fans and respected by teammates. With receivers Charley Taylor, Bobby Mitchell, and Jerry Smith, he reduced interceptions and elevated his play. He completed 58 percent of passes in Washington for 22,585 yards and 179 touchdowns over 11 seasons, earned five Pro Bowl selections, appeared regularly in MVP conversations, was named to the 1960s All-Decade Team, had his No. 9 retired in 2022, and entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1983.
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