From Redskins to Commanders: The Football History of the Washington Football Team

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From Redskins to Commanders: The Football History of the Washington Football Team

Up until 2019, the Washington football franchise was known as the Redskins. Last year, they adopted the name Commanders. Have you been a long-time Washington football fan? Show me how much you know!

Which of the following men did NOT coach the Washington football team?

Who is the leading scorer in team history?

Which of the following players has NOT had their jersey number retired by the team?

Who lead the team in receiving last season?

What Washington quarterback once sufferred a horrific leg injury on Monday Night Football?

What Washington running back once scored 24 rushing TDs in a single season?

The 2021 Super Bowl winning coach Sean McVay held what position while coaching in Washington?

Who lead the team in rushing last season?

What team scored 56 points against Washington last season?

Who is the current Head Coach of the Washington football team?

After Joe Gibbs, who has been the Head Coach for the 2nd most games in team history?

Who has passed for the most yards in team history?

How many playoff teams did Washington beat last season?

How many division games did Washington win in 2021?

Who was Washington's 1st round draft pick in the 2019 NFL draft?

Who has rushed for the most yards in a single season?

Who has rushed for the most yards in team history?

Who has passed for the most yards in a single season?

Other than Philadelphia, what team has Washington defeated the most times in their history?

With 1162 career tackles, who has the most in team history?

What was the nickname of the offensive line of the Redskins during the Joe Gibbs years?

What quarterback did Washington acquire in the off-season?

How many Super Bowls has Washington won?

Which quarterback did NOT lead Washington to a Super Bowl victory?

Who has the most receptions in a single season?

How many of their 17 games last season did Washington win?

Who has the most receptions in team history?

Who was the quarterback the last time Washington appeared in a playoff game?

Who has the most interceptions in team history?

How many Super Bowls has Washington lost?

From Redskins to Commanders: The Football History of the Washington Football Team

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