Commanders to retire No. 44 for John Riggins
The Washington Commanders have officially announced the retirement of John Riggins' No. 44 jersey, cementing his legacy in franchise history.
The reporting (12)
- Washington Commanders are retiring Hall of Famer John Riggins' No. 44 NBC4 Washington · 45d ago
- Washington Commanders will retire No. 44 jersey of Hall of Fame running back John Riggins WTOP · 45d ago
- Commanders finally do the right thing with John Riggins' No. 44 Yahoo Sports · 45d ago
- Commanders Will Retire Super Bowl MVP John Riggins’ No. 44 Jersey in Week 9 Yahoo Sports · 45d ago
- Commanders finally decide to retire No. 44 in honor of John Riggins, the team's all-time leading rusher Yahoo Sports · 45d ago
- The Washington Commanders are retiring John Riggins jersey number Hogs Haven · 45d ago
- Washington Commanders are retiring Hall of Famer John Riggins' No. 44 on Nov. 8 Yahoo Sports · 45d ago
- Hall of Famer John Riggins to have No. 44 retired by Washington Commanders The New York Times · 45d ago
- Commanders to retire John Riggins' No. 44 jersey Washington Commanders · 45d ago
- Commanders to retire No. 44 worn by Hall of Famer John Riggins ESPN · 45d ago
- Commanders to retire No. 44 for John Riggins NBC Sports · 45d ago
- Bulldozing renegade John Riggins will get his number retired The Washington Post · 45d ago
The brief
The Washington Commanders will retire the No. 44 jersey previously worn by Hall of Fame running back John Riggins. Coverage from Yahoo Sports, The New York Times, ESPN, NBC Sports, and the official Washington Commanders team news confirms the upcoming honor.
Reports emphasize Riggins' status as a Hall of Famer and his historic association with the number during his tenure with the organization. Observers are looking ahead to the November event for further details regarding the retirement ceremony.
Additional information regarding potential commemorative events or guest speakers has not yet been specified.
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Quick answers
Whose number is being retired?
The Washington Commanders are retiring the No. 44 jersey worn by John Riggins.
When will the ceremony take place?
The event is scheduled for November 8, 2026.
Is John Riggins a member of the Hall of Fame?
Yes, coverage identifies him as a Hall of Famer.
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