Christian Adolph Jurgensen III, better known as just Sonny, is a former quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Redskins. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1983. After retiring from the Redskins following the 1974 season, Jurgensen began another career as a color commentator, initially with CBS television. Later teaming with Hall of Fame linebacker Sam Huff, Jurgensen continued to cover the Washington Redskins on radio until August of 2019 when he finally retired.
Brothers of the Legacy - Sonny and Sam "Brothers of the Legacy" chronicles the enduring friendship of two of the Washington Redskins' most revered legends: Hall of Famers Sonny Jurgensen and Sam Huff. The documentary covers each man's early life, their playing time with the Giants (Huff) and the Eagles…
Sunday after Redskins linebacker Brian Orakpo intercepted Bears quarterback Jay Cutler and scored a touchdown the Redskins broadcast team (on ESPN 980) broke out with the team's fight song. The idea was Chris Cooley's but Larry Michael, Sonny Jurgensen and Doc Walker all chimed in. (audio courtesy of DCSportsBog)
The Redskins will welcome home over 100 alumni to FedEx Field this weekend as part of their "homecoming" weekend. The guest of honor will be quarterback Mark Rypien, the MVP of Super Bowl XXVI. Rypien will be inducted into the "Ring of Fame" during a halftime ceremony. Mark Rypien Will…
