Chris Hanburger Football Cards

About Chris Hanburger, Hall of Famer

Chris Hanburger was a linebacker who spent his entire 14-year career with the Washington Redskins from 1965 to 1978. A standout at the University of North Carolina, he was drafted in the 18th round but quickly became a full-time starter by his second season. Hanburger earned nine Pro Bowl selections—the most in Redskins history—and was named first-team All-Pro four times. Known as "The Hangman" for his hard-hitting style, he served as Washington's defensive quarterback under coach George Allen, calling plays and audibles. In 1972, he was named NFC Defensive Player of the Year. Over his career, he recorded 19 interceptions, 17 fumble recoveries, and 46 sacks. Hanburger was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.

Did you know? During the 1968 season, Hanburger began a streak of starting 135 consecutive games that lasted until 1977, when an appendicitis operation ended the streak.

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