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Chris Samuels: (DOB July 28, 1977 in Mobile, Alabama) is an offensive tackle for the Washington Redskins. He played college football for the University of Alabama, and was drafted third overall in the 2000 NFL Draft. Samuels immediately became the starting left tackle for the Redskins and has since been selected to four Pro Bowls, after the 2001, 2005, 2006, and 2007 seasons. During the 2005 off-season, The Redskins re-signed Samuels to a 7-year contract extension making his one of the building blocks for the Redskins in the future. Due to a serious neck injury, Chris Samuels retired early following the 2009/10 season but will remain with the team as an offensive line coach.
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Brian Mitchell: (DOB August 18, 1968 in Fort Polk, Louisiana) Played running back for the Washington Redskins (1990-1999), and later the Philadelphia Eagles (2000-2002) and New York Giants (2003) He is the NFL's second all time leader in total yardage (23,316), thanks in large part to his 14,014 yards from kickoff returns and his 4,999 punt return yards. Both are NFL records. He played college football at the University of Southwestern Louisiana, and was drafted by Washington in the fifth round of the 1990 NFL draft. In just his second season with the Redskins, Mitchell led the NFL in punt returns (600) and punt return touchdowns (2), assisting his team to a championship appearance in Super Bowl XXVI, where Washington defeated the Buffalo Bills 37-24. |
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Khary K. Campbell: (DOB April 4, 1979 in Brooklyn, New York) plays linebacker for the Washington Redskins. Campbell played at Sylvania Southview High School in Sylvania, Ohio starting at safety and halfback/wide receiver his final three years. He also ran track. He then attended Bowling Green where he finished his collegiate career with 299 tackles, two interceptions, ten forced fumbles and five fumble recoveries. He led his team in tackles after both junior and senior seasons and was a second team all-MAC selection as a senior. In 2002, Campbell joined the New York Jets from the Dallas Cowboys practice squad in mid-September and he would go on to start seven games and appear in nine, making six tackles. During the 2003 season, Campbell was a reserve linebacker and valued special teams player with the New York Jets. He started three games and recorded three tackles on the season. In 2004 Khary became a Washington Redskin, where he has been an important part of the linebacking core and a special teams leader ever since. Khary Campbell signed in the 2009 offseason with the Houston Texans but will remain in the DC area in the off season. |
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Chief Zee: Unofficial Redskin's Mascot for 29 years as a dedicated and loyal fan. Now known as Chief Zee for over a quarter of a century, Zema Williams has cheered on the loyal fans of the Washington Redskins Football Team. Dressed in full Indian Costume and walking the entire stadium top to bottom, side to side and from one level to another level, Chief Zee shouts his cheer, "Go Skins Go"! In 2000, Chief Zee was honored by the NFL Hall of Fame as the games number one fan. Chief Zee especially loves the young fans and he always treats them warmly and friendly. The Chief loves to do creative Balloon Animal Sculpture for the young children. He is a charismatic and very personable fellow who loves to entertain everyone he comes in contact with and meets. |
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Gary Clark: (DOB May 1, 1962 in Radford, Virginia) Played for the Washington Redskins (1985-1992), Phoenix Cardinals (1993-1994) and Miami Dolphins (1995) in the National Football League. He played his college football for James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and was selected by the Redskins in the 2nd round of the 1984 NFL Supplemental Draft. Clark made the Pro Bowl four times (1986, 1987, 1990, 1991), led his team in receiving seven times (1986, 1987, 1989-1992, 1994), and won two Super Bowls, Super Bowl XXII and Super Bowl XXVI with the Washington Redskins, during his NFL career. |
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Mike Sellers: (DOB July 21, 1975 in Frankfurt, Germany) is a halfback for the Washington Redskins. Sellers, nicknamed "the caveman" for his tough style of play, was the youngest import player to sign a CFL deal in the history of the football league when he played at 19 years old for the Edmonton Eskimos. Sellers has had two separate stints as a Washington Redskin, the first from 1998-2000 and then after playing a year with the Cleveland Browns he returned in 2004. Mike Sellers made the Pro-Bowl for the first time for 2008/2009 season. |
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Rock Cartwright: (DOB December 3, 1979 in Conroe Texas) Rock Cartwright attented Conroe High school, which is known for its powerhouse football program, in Conroe, Texas. There he rushed for 2, 060 yards and was named a Parade All-American. Rock played his college football at Kansas State University at the fullback position. Rock was picked in the 7th round of the 2002 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins, where he has played his entire professional career. Rock Cartwright has become one of the Redskins top performers on special teams. His hard work and great play was rewarded with a 3-year contract in March of 2008 allowing him to stay with the Redskins and continue to help in their pursuit for a Super Bowl trophy. Rock Cartwright signed with Oakland Raiders in the 2010 offseason where he will join another former Redskins QB Jason Campbell! |
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Colt Brennan: (DOB August 16, 1983 in Laguna Beach, California) is a quarterback for the Washington Redskins. He was drafted by the Redskins in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Hawaii where he holds the NCAA D-I record for most touchdown passes in a single season with 58, as well as 30 other NCAA Division I FBS records.While at Hawaii, Brennan grew dreadlocks to better bond with his wide receivers, and learned enough Samoan so that he could use it to call plays from the line of scrimmage; Hawaii has a number of players of Samoan descent. Brennan received his BA in communications and a 27-second standing ovation.It was fitting that in honor of Brennan's achievements graduation year, the commencement speaker donned Brennan's No. 15 jersey while delivering the commencement address. Shortly after being drafted, Colt signed a 4-year deal with the Redskins. His pre-season debut came at the Hall-of Fame Game where he went 9-10 for 123 yards and 2 touchdowns for a 157.5 passer rating in the Redskins victory. This success continued throughout the pre-season making the future very bright for Colt and Washinton DC! |
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Randy Thomas: (DOB January 19, 1976 in East Point, Georgia) is an offensive guard for the Washington Redskins in the NFL. Thomas did not start playing football until the 10th grade at Tri Cities High School. He gained special recognition as a tight end. Thomas also lettered in basketball, and played baseball on the prep level, where he was a pitcher. Prior to his career at Mississippi State, Thomas was an All-America, All-State & all-Region selection as a two-year starter at "tight" guard at Copiah-Lincoln Community College. He was rated the best JUCO lineman in the state and the fifth-best player overall. Thomas started every game in his two years at Mississippi State after transferring from junior college. He quickly established himself as one of the Bulldogs’ top offensive linemen. Earned 1st-team all-Southeastern Conference honors and was also an SEC Academic Honor Roll recipient. Thomas was drafted in the 1999 NFL Draft by the New York Jets. Thomas came to the Redskins for the 2003 season, where he solidified the right guard position and teamed with right tackle Jon Jansen to form a formidable right side of the offensive line for the Redskins offense. Considered a team leader, Thomas has not only given the Redskins great guard play but also a veteran locker presence they will count on in the future. |
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Dan "Big Daddy" Wilkinson: (DOB March 13, 1973 in Dayton, Ohio) is a defensive tackle who retired after the 2006-2007 season. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals with the first overall pick in the 1994 NFL Draft and has played for the Bengals, Washington Redskins, Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins. He played college football at Ohio State University. Dan "Big Daddy" Wilkinson had his longest tenure with The Washington Redskins where he played from 1998-2003 and was a fan favorite. He resides in Northern Virginia. |
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Dexter Manley: (DOB February 2, 1959 in Houston Texas) played for the Washington Redskins (1981-1989), Phoenix Cardinals (1990), and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1991) in the National Football League. Manley was drafted by the Washington Redskins in 1981 out of Oklahoma State University and went on to win two Super Bowl titles with the team (Super Bowl XXII and Super Bowl XVII). In 1986 Dexter recorded 18 sacks and was named to the All-Madden Team and named All-Pro Bowl Defensive Lineman of the Year. In 2002, Manley was selected as one of the 70 Greatest Redskins of All Time. Manley resides in suburban Washington D.C. with his wife and family. |
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Michael Richman: Author of The Redskins Encyclopedia, Michael Richman is a veteran journalist who has covered sports for more than two decades. His articles on Redskins nostalgia have appeared in Sports Illustrated magazine and Redskins team media outlets (Redskins.com & the Redskins GameDay magazine). He has contributed to many other publications such as American Football Monthly, Investor's Business Daily, The Washington Post and The Baltimore Sun . |
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Marcus Mason : (born June 23, 1984 in Potomac, Maryland) is a running back for the Washington Redskins. He was signed by the Redskins in 2009 after 2 stints on their practice squad. He has also been a member of The Baltimore Ravens and The New York Jets. Mason attended Georgetown Preparatory High School in Bethesda, Maryland where he became the all-time leading rusher in Maryland high school history with 5,700 yards. Mason played college football at the University of Illinois and Youngstown State. The Washington Redskins have high hopes for Mason and expect him to not only contribute in the running game but also on special teams. Mason is a true hometown hero and fan favorite. Marcus signed with the san diego chargers in the 2010 offseason but resides in md in the offseason and remains a local hero.
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Greivis Vasquez : ( born January 16, 1987 in Caracas, Venezuela ) After a stellar college career with the University of Maryland men's basketball team, the Memphis Grizzlies selected him in the first round (28th overall) of the 2010 NBA Draft. Vasquez finished second on the Terrapins' all-time scoring list, with 2,171 career points.
Greivis attended high school at Montrose Christian School in Rockville, Maryland where he played with current NBA star Kevin Durant. In 2007, Vasquez played on the Venezuelan national basketball team in the FIBA America Championships.
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Rachel Barros : Rachel is best known amongst Redskins fans as "Pocahontas". She is another unofficial mascot of the Washington Redskins. Rachel is originally from Brazil, where soccer is the number one sport. But after attending a Redskins game in 1999, she fell in love with American Football - specially the Redskins. A fan a little over 10 years, she has shown her true dedication to the team. When Rachel attends the games dressed as "Pocahontas", she attracts fans of all ages, genders and even fans of other NFL teams. Her fan base has grown tremendously every year. Rachel loves when kids approach her - it makes her feel like their role model.
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