Redskins Hall Of Famer Sammy Baugh Dies At 94

by Mike Pesca, NPR

One of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of professional football has died. Sammy Baugh, who played for the Washington Redskins, was 94. Nicknamed Slingin' Sammy, he transformed the quarterback position with his accuracy and long passing.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, December 19, 2008