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[url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/chris-hanburger-takes-a-step-t.html]Redskins Insider - Chris Hanburger takes a step toward the Hall of Fame[/url]

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heard some rumblings earlier that he might be one of the two senior candidates

hopefully he gets in!

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dude should be in no questions asked. guy was a monster

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Long overdue...hope he gets in soon, while he's still here to enjoy it.

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Glad to hear this is a step closer to happening. There were several guys on the 72 team that made comments about Chris going to more pro bowls than any other Redskin, and not being in the HOF already.

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Yes! Yes! My boyhood idol and favorite Skin. The guy definitely deserves the HoF.

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He is deserving...and an ass kickin' SOB in his day!

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Definitely deserves a spot. I remember when I use to sit in section 416 an elderly lady, must have been in her 70's, wore a Hanburger jersey. She really must have been in good shape, she'd climb up those 23 rows like it was nothing. Didn't miss a game either.

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When I was a boy I had a pet heifer cow who I named "Christina Hanburger." That alone should get him in the HoF.

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Chris called me last night to update me on a mutual friend with some health problems. We talked about his nomination. He was happy to be recognized with the nomination. For Chris, him admitting that says something.

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Chris told me about the Post sending a photographer for this picture, so I found the article:

[url=http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/03/AR2011020306975.html]Chris Hanburger, a former star linebacker for the Redskins, is a low-key Hall of Fame nominee[/url]

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He retired before I was old enough to really get into watching football, wish I could have gotten to see him play for the Redskins.

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When Hanburger came out of college there were far fewer teams involved in the draft, so the NFL draft went on for more than 20 rounds.

As I recall, he was an 18th or 19th round pick. I think he played in 9 Pro Bowls.

Not bad for a guy who was passed over by every team more than a few times...

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Fitting end for a man who initially didn't have an overwhelming desire to play the game of football. For an undersized LB, he was truly an exceptional player, the HOF definitely should await him. He was a thrill to watch play.

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Longtimefan:

Two things:

1. It indeed was a treat to watch Hanburger play. He played with his brain in addition to his body.

2. I love your signature line. I might just use that one of these days in a context outside the Warpath. If I do, I'll send you a link...

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Hey Longtimefan,... is that how you feel about Compton ? LOL !

I just listened to that album on the way to work today !

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Wow Chris is eighteen years older than I am. I too was a big fan of his while growing up.Leaderinsports it would be great if Chris could join this site so we could say hi to him and wish him luck.

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[quote=sportscurmudgeon;782443]Longtimefan:

Two things:

1. It indeed was a treat to watch Hanburger play. He played with his brain in addition to his body.

2. I love your signature line. I might just use that one of these days in a context outside the Warpath. If I do, I'll send you a link...[/quote]

Not original. I either read it or heard it. it's applicable and it stuck......i think it came from a flip wilson line.....can't remember.


Pottios, Pardee & Hanburger were formidable in GA yrs

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[quote=Bigreds77;782511]Wow Chris is eighteen years older than I am. I too was a big fan of his while growing up.Leaderinsports it would be great if Chris could join this site so we could say hi to him and wish him luck.[/quote]
I can guarantee you won't see Chris on here. He isn't one to follow any of his press etc. He told me about this article when we were talking about other things, and he was mentioning how far the photographer had to travel for that picture. Heck, I could have given them a picture of Chris with Sarah (who was discussed in another thread) from an appearance they both did in December.

If the mods want, I could possibly get your questions to Chris for a response in another thread.

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[url=http://blog.redskins.com/2011/02/04/chris-hanburger-and-sam-huff-the-video/]Chris Hanburger And Sam Huff: The Video[/url]

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[quote=Longtimefan;782577][url=http://blog.redskins.com/2011/02/04/chris-hanburger-and-sam-huff-the-video/]Chris Hanburger And Sam Huff: The Video[/url][/quote]

That's pretty awesome. Have you watched the Brothers of the Legacy documentary? Really well done

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[quote=SmootSmack;782578]That's pretty awesome. Have you watched the Brothers of the Legacy documentary? Really well done[/quote]

Excerpts...Link to the complete documentary?

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[quote=Longtimefan;782580]Excerpts...Link to the complete documentary?[/quote]

You can watch it in segments here

[url=http://blog.redskins.com/2011/01/28/brothers-of-the-legacy-part-5/]Brothers Of The Legacy, Part 5[/url]

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[quote=SmootSmack;782581]You can watch it in segments here

[url=http://blog.redskins.com/2011/01/28/brothers-of-the-legacy-part-5/]Brothers Of The Legacy, Part 5[/url][/quote]

Merci!

That's good stuff!!

ps I'm going to need you again.

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Yay, Chris Hanburger!!!

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Yup, wearing my Hanburger jersey right now - :)

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[quote=Leader In Sports;782613]Yup, wearing my Hanburger jersey right now - :)[/quote]

Have you had the opportunity to speak with Hanburger to congratulate him?

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Another great Redskin makes it, the last 4 HOF are nothing but class.

Hanburger
Grimm
Green
Monk

I wish we had 52 players with this type of class, Alexander is the current bright spot.

Glourius!!!!!!

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[quote=BuckSkin;782615]Have you had the opportunity to speak with Hanburger to congratulate him?[/quote]

Not yet - I did hear him on the NFL Network and he sounded excited (which is not usually Chris). I did talk to Len Hauss and tell him. They were good friends on the team and roommates for several years.

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wow, congrats to mr. hanburger!!

i am too young to remember his contributions to the organization, but i will be in canton for the party!

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Once again, Chris Carter got denied. Someone should ask him how does it feel.

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Great Career, tough as nails. Nine time elected to the probowl, back when only players voted. So he was voted by his peers. Not an out of touch fan or reporter.
Drafted 18th round! That is right...18th round of the 1965 draft. 1972 NFC defensive player of the year.
Plus a true 70's bowl hair cut.

[IMG]http://www.profootballhof.com/assets/players/178x218/Hanburger_Chris_13.jpg[/IMG]

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[quote=SFREDSKIN;782620]Once again, Chris Carter got denied. Someone should ask him how does it feel.[/quote]Every year I don't see his name on the list is a happy year for me.

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[quote=Slingin Sammy 33;782626]Every year I don't see his name on the list is a happy year for me.[/quote]

Me too, F... Him!!

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chris hanburger was my favorite redskin when i first learned what football was and may be the reason i am a redskin fan to this day

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Can't imagine two more different personalities on a Hall of Fame list than Chris Hanburger and Deion Sanders. The ultimate humble team player and the ultimate blowhard primadonna.

Makes me proud to be a Redskins fan.

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[url=http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/05/AR2011020504331.html]Redskins' Chris Hanburger inducted into NFL Hall of Fame along with Deion Sanders, Marshall Faulk[/url]

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[quote=wordsmithgk;782630]chris hanburger was my favorite redskin when i first learned what football was and may be the reason i am a redskin fan to this day[/quote]

Me too. I remember standing in line w/a small football at a bank in Williamsburg, Va waiting for him to autograph it. I must've been 6 or 7, was during the mid 70s.

I really didn't think he would get in, but now that he has it's much more special to me. At least these last few years the Skins' great players are getting their due, nice to have some good news!

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Congrats to Hanburger but in all honesty he played well before my time. It's good for the organization and for him but I personally feel no connection. I blame that on age. Perhaps I could sit down and watch "70 greatest redskins" but it's still hard to associate with an era that you were not a part of.