The Washington Redskins have a rich history moving to the city in 1937 and that has left plenty of time for some elite draft picks.
Let's break down the five best draft picks in Redskins' team history.
5. Mark Rypien (1986, Round 6, Pick 146)
When the Redskins selected Mark Rypien in the 1986 draft, no one really thought much of it, but he had a lot of success in Washington. Rypien played six seasons with the Redskins, and he was very productive for the franchise.
During the 1991 season, Rypien threw for 3,564 yards and 28 touchdowns. Rypien was known for his deep balls and even though his time with the Redskins was cut short, he still makes the list of top-five draft picks in team history.
4. Russ Grimm (1981, Round 3, Pick 69)
The Redskins offensive line during the 1980s was nicknamed “the hogs” and Russ Grimm was a big reason why they had so much success. Grimm was taken in the third round of the 1981 draft and it didn't take long until he was the starting left guard.
Grimm played in 140 games and started 114 while being named to four Pro Bowls and three All-Pro teams.
In terms of value, this might be the best draft pick of all time, and for all of his success with the Redskins, he was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
3. Chris Hanburger, 1965, Round 18, Pick 245
Chris Hanburger isn't a household name, but he is in the Hall of Fame. Hanburger was selected in the 18th round of the 1965 draft and was a 14-year starter in the NFL.
Hanburger was named to nine Pro Bowls and was a part of some very good defenses with the Redskins. Hanburger should be remembered more fondly by the Redskins because he was one of the best players of his time.
2. Darrell Green, 1983, Round 1. Pick 28
The 1983 draft was loaded and Darrell Green was one of the best to come out of that class. Throughout his NFL career, Green was considered the fastest guy in the NFL, and even when he was close to retiring, he was still showing off his blazing speed.
Green was named to the Pro Bowl seven times and appeared in three Super Bowls. He was also a nice kick returner, but the Redskins sometimes tried to protect him by not lining him up back there.
1. Sammy Baugh, 1937, Round 1, Pick 6
Sammy Baugh is the team's greatest draft pick and he was selected the first year they were playing in Washington D.C. In 1943, Baugh led the NFL in passing, interceptions, and punting. Who else can say that?
In Baugh's first season with the team in 1937, he showed just how good he can be in leading the league in completions and passing yards. In the championship game, he threw for 300 yards, which is even more impressive considering the way the league was back then. It would take some players a few games to get to 300 yards, and he did it in one game when it mattered most.
When Baugh retired, he was considered the best punter in NFL history, and he is still one of the top ones today.
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