In honor of the Washington Commanders announcing they'll retire Sonny Jurgensen's No. 9 during the 2022 NFL season, we take a look at his many accomplishments that earned Jurgensen this honor. | Pro Football Hall of Fame

Broadcasting Redskins games with Sonny and Sam was unforgettable for Larry Michael. So many stories and so much laughter. #Redskins #NFL #Broadcasting #FootballLegends #SonnyJurgensen #SamHuff | 106.7 The Fan

The Pro Football Hall of Fame sends Happy Birthday wishes to Sonny Jurgensen! The legendary Philadelphia and Washington QB turns 89 today. #HBD | Pro Football Hall of Fame

Recognized as the finest pure passer of his time, Sonny Jurgensen made the behind-the-back pass cool long before it became a highlight reel staple for current players. Today, we send happy birthday wishes to this legendary quarterback as he turns 90. 🥳🎂 #HBD | Pro Football Hall of Fame

🏈🎂On August 23, 1934 the legendary Sonny Jurgensen was born in Wilmington, North Carolina. After playing collegiately at Duke, Jurgensen played his NFL career with the Philadelphia Eagles (1957–1963) and Washington Redskins (1964–1974) winning an NFL Championship in 1960. A 5-time Pro-Bowl selection, Jurgensen led the NFL in passing 5 times and in touchdowns twice. His 82.62 career passer rating is the highest for any player in the "Dead Ball Era" (pre-1978) and he was inducted into the Pro Fo