Commanders will honor Sonny Jurgensen and Monte Coleman at home opener

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Commanders will honor Sonny Jurgensen and Monte Coleman at home opener
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The Washington Commanders plan to honor two franchise legends during halftime of their home opener against the Seattle Seahawks on September 27. The ceremony will pay tribute to Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen and linebacker Monte Coleman. Jurgensen, who played 11 seasons with the team and served as a radio broadcaster, had his No. 9 jersey retired in 2022. Coleman spent 16 seasons in Washington, appearing in 215 games and earning three Super Bowl titles. Both individuals passed away earlier this year. The Commanders begin their regular season with consecutive road games against Philadelphia and Dallas before returning home to host Seattle for this tribute.

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  • Commanders honor Sonny Jurgensen and Monte Coleman at the September 27 home opener.
  • Jurgensen played 11 seasons for the team and had his jersey retired in 2022.
  • Coleman recorded 1,002 tackles and 49.5 sacks during his 16-year career in Washington.
  • The event takes place during halftime of the Week 3 game against the Seattle Seahawks.
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The Washington Commanders will honor two franchise legends during halftime of the home opener against the Seahawks.

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