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The 1940s Part 2

July 30, 1945

'T' Time: The Redskins abandon the double-wing formation and adopt the T-formation backfield.

Dec. 26, 1943

Runner-Up: The Redskins and Chicago Bears again face off in the NFL championship game. Sammy Baugh suffers a concussion early in the game while tackling Sid Luckman on a punt return. The Bears dominate, 41-21.

Dec. 19, 1943

Division Title: After two consecutive losses—both to the New York Giants—to close out the regular season, the Redskins travel to New York to face the Giants in an Eastern Conference playoff game. The Redskins bounce back and rout the Giants, 28-0.

Sammy Baugh at quarterback. (AP Photo)
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