Dec. 13, 1997
All-Time Green: Cornerback Darrell Green plays in his 217th career game as a Redskin, breaking Monte Coleman's record for games played.
Sept. 14, 1997
Big Jack: Redskins christen Jack Kent Cooke Stadium in style with a 19-13 overtime win over the Arizona Cardinals. Rookie defensive end Kenard Lang forces a fumble in overtime that is recovered by linebacker Derek Smith at the Cardinals' 35-yard line. Two plays later, quarterback Gus Frerotte connects on a 40-yard scoring strike to a leaping Michael Westbrook in the end zone.
April 6, 1997
Cooke Passes Away: Jack Kent Cooke, the second owner in Redskins history, dies of congestive heart failure at the age of 84. His estate, headed by son John Kent Cooke, Sr., takes over ownership of the Redskins. At his memorial service, John Kent Cooke, Sr., announces the new stadium in Prince George's County will be called Jack Kent Cooke Stadium.
Dec. 22, 1996
Allen Excels: Terry Allen rushed past John Riggins' single-season rushing record, gaining 1,353 yards. He also led the NFL with 21 touchdowns.
Dec. 16, 1996
So Long, RFK: Redskins play their final home game at Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium against the Dallas Cowboys. With Redskins greats from the past on hand, the Redskins defeat the Cowboys 37-10. The Redskins finished 173-102-3 at RFK, including 11-1 in the playoffs.
March 13, 1996
New Stadium: Redskins owner Jack Kent Cooke, Maryland Gov. Parris N. Glendening and Prince George's County executive Wayne Curry sign a contract paving the way for the immediate start of construction for the new home of the Redskins in Prince George's County.
Oct. 9, 1994
Coleman's Longevity: Linebacker Monte Coleman plays in his 206th career game as a Redskin, breaking Art Monk's team record for games played. (Coleman retired at season's end with 216 games played.)
Feb. 2, 1994
Turner Hired: Norv Turner, offensive coordinator of the Dallas Cowboys, becomes the 22nd head coach in Redskins history.
March 5, 1993
Gibbs Resigns: After 12 seasons guiding the Redskins to four Super Bowls, three Super Bowl championships, 16-5 playoff mark and a 140-65 record, Joe Gibbs steps down as head coach. Gibbs is replaced by long-time Redskins defensive coordinator Richie Petitbon.
