Tag: Norm Snead

Flashback Friday

Flashback Friday: Division Battle Between the Redskins And Eagles – November 24, 1963

Mark Solway
Flashback Friday: Division Battle Between the Redskins And Eagles – November 24, 1963 full post

(950 words, 2 images, estimated 3:48 mins reading time)

Welcome to Flashback Friday, where we take a trip down memory lane to revisit yesteryear moments in Washington football history. From jaw-dropping plays to nail-biting finishes, Washington football has provided its fans with countless memories throughout the years. Today, we turn our attention all the way back to November 24, 1963, when the Washington Redskins took on the Philadelphia Eagles. As we dive into the archives, let’s try relive the events that unfolded on that historic day.  Read more... (950 words, 2 images, estimated 3:48 mins reading time)

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Flashback Friday

Flashback Friday: Division Battle Between the Washington Redskins And NY Giants – October 20, 1974

Mark Solway
Flashback Friday: Division Battle Between the Washington Redskins And NY Giants – October 20, 1974 full post

(737 words, 2 images, estimated 2:57 mins reading time)

Welcome to Flashback Friday, where we take a trip down memory lane to revisit yesteryear moments in Washington football history. From jaw-dropping plays to nail-biting finishes, Washington football has provided its fans with countless memories throughout the years. Today, we turn our attention way back to October 20, 1974, when the Washington Redskins took on the New York Giants. As we dive into the archives, let’s try relive the events that unfolded on that historic day.  Read more... (737 words, 2 images, estimated 2:57 mins reading time)

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Throwback Thursday: Snead’s Two First Half Touchdowns Lead The Way

Mark Solway
Throwback Thursday: Snead’s Two First Half Touchdowns Lead The Way full post

(277 words, 2 images, estimated 1:06 mins reading time)

On this day in Washington history – October 7th, 1962 – Washington beat the Los Angeles Rams 20-14 at the District of Columbia aka D.C. Stadium.

Norm Snead led the way with two first touchdown passes, and Washington coasted from there to victory.  Read more... (277 words, 2 images, estimated 1:06 mins reading time)

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Throwback Thursday: Mitchell Hauls in 50-Yard Pass For The Win

Mark Solway
Throwback Thursday: Mitchell Hauls in 50-Yard Pass For The Win full post

(173 words, 1 image, estimated 42 secs reading time)

On this day in Washington history – September 23rd, 1962 – Washington edged the Browns 17-16 at Cleveland Municipal Stadium.

It was 16-10 Browns late in the fourth, until Bobby Mitchell hauled in a 50-yard pass from Norm Snead. Mitchell took it to the house and gave Washington the lead for good. Snead only completed eight passes in the game, and was sacked four times.

1962 was Mitchell’s second best season stats-wise. He caught 72 balls for 1384 yards, and caught a career high eleven touchdowns. He was named to the Pro Bowl for the second time, and was named First Team All pro.  Read more... (173 words, 1 image, estimated 42 secs reading time)

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Flashback Friday: This Day in 1962

Mark Solway
Flashback Friday: This Day in 1962 full post

(81 words, estimated 19 secs reading time)

On this day, September 23rd, way back in 1962, the Washington Redskins scored a come from behind victory over the Cleveland Browns.

Bobby Mitchell hauled in a 50 yard pass from Norm Snead in the 4th quarter to eke out a 17-16 win. It was a tough day for Snead who completed only 8 passes and was sacked 4 times. Mitchell caught 3 passes for 94 yards of Snead’s 147.  Read more... (81 words, estimated 19 secs reading time)

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