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- GeneralJul 9, 2026
Commanders Pay Tribute to John Riggins in Organizational Statement Shared by Schefter
Adam Schefter posted a truncated Commanders organizational statement praising John Riggins on February 6, 2025. The full context is unclear. A claim that Riggins died has circulated online but is completely unverified and contradicted by multiple credible sources showing him alive well into 2025.
Read article - GeneralJul 9, 2026
Commanders to Retire John Riggins' No. 44 Jersey in Week 9 vs. Rams
Washington will officially retire John Riggins' No. 44 on November 8 during their Week 9 home game against the Rams. No direct fantasy impact, but mark the matchup on your calendar.
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