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John Riggins' Legacy Lives On | Washington Commanders News
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- Jul 9, 2026
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- 100
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Summary
The Washington Commanders are set to retire John Riggins’ iconic number 44, honoring a Hall of Famer who powered their Super Bowl XVII victory with jaw-dropping plays and relentless grit. A franchise legend with over 7,000 rushing yards, 79 touchdowns, and 175 career games, Riggins dominated the 1980s, led the league in rushing TDs twice, and still holds franchise records for yards, TDs, and carries. His playoff magic peaked in Super Bowl XVII, where he scored the game-sealing 43-yard TD on fourth down and earned MVP honors. Beyond the gridiron, he’s a devoted advocate for veterans through his “Riggo’s Rangers” foundation and transitioned into sports broadcasting. Only six players in team history will share this elite honor. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9ff13eb6151aa9db