Sammy Baugh, a Hall of Fame quarterback for the Redskins between 1937 and 1952, was a revolutionary figure in NFL history. A deadly accurate passer, Baugh helped transform football from a grinding, rugby-like sport to one in which the forward pass became a commonly-employed weapon. Born in 1914 in Temple, Tex., Baugh, known as “Slingin' Sammy,” was drafted sixth overall by the Redskins in 1937, their first season in Washington. The Redskins marketed Baugh as a true Texas cowboy – and he became a ticket-selling attraction, starring on offense, defense, and special teams. He led the league in completion percentage seven times, including 70.3 percent in 1945, which remained a record until the 1980s. And his mark of 51.4 yards per punt in 1940 stands to this day. Baugh never lacked for confidence, once saying: “You’ve got to feel like you’re the best son of a bitch that’s out there.” After a career in which he led the NFL in completions five times and helped the Redskins win two NFL championships, Baugh became a coach before settling year-round at his Texas ranch. There, he raised cattle and hosted the occasional interview, during which time he’d regularly use the word “damn” and spit tobacco into a cup.