Sonny Jurgensen - Feb. 6, 2026 - R.I.P.

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Sonny Jurgensen, my favorite quarterback of all time has passed away. Vince Lombardi said that Sonny Jurgensen was the best passer that he has ever seen. It was a joy to see him throw the football, his quick release and accuracy was something to behold. I seen Jurgensen play many times in Washington, DC. I also one time seen Sonny Jurgensen, Johnny Unitas, and Billy Kilmer, together in Gaithersburg, MD., at the old Washingtonian Motel with its favorite watering hole) having a few drinks May he R.I.P.


Career Achievements

• NFL Passing Yards Leader: 5× (1961, 1962, 1966, 1967, 1969)
• Passing TD Leader: 2× (1961, 1967)
• Pro Bowls: 5 selections
• Total Career Stats:
  • 32,224 passing yards
  • 255 touchdown passes

 

[Greg]

He was truly one of the greats. Maybe too long ago for many here to have ever seen; thanks for the memories and my utmost respect.

RIP.

 

[kkfan91]

RIP won the NFL Championship with the Eagles in 1960. Of course people like to act like championships before the Super Bowl don't count.

 

[Tony_K]

Wow, this brings back some old memories. Sad to hear but he lived a long life.

 

[Greg]

Sonny Jurgensen, my favorite quarterback of all time has passed away. Vince Lombardi said that Sonny Jurgensen was the best passer that he has ever seen. It was a joy to see him throw the football, his quick release and accuracy was something to behold. I seen Jurgensen play many times in Washington, DC. I also one time seen Sonny Jurgensen, Johnny Unitas, and Billy Kilmer, together in Gaithersburg, MD., at the old Washingtonian Motel with its favorite watering hole) having a few drinks May he R.I.P.


Career Achievements

• NFL Passing Yards Leader: 5× (1961, 1962, 1966, 1967, 1969)
• Passing TD Leader: 2× (1961, 1967)
• Pro Bowls: 5 selections
• Total Career Stats:
  • 32,224 passing yards
  • 255 touchdown passes

The Kilmer & Jurgensen years are the ones I remember. Mostly with Sonny coming off the bench in the fourth quarter like a hot relief pitcher. He was great.

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