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So Long, Sammy Baugh

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Slingin' Sammy Baugh has finally gone to meet his maker. At the age of 94, Baugh passed away at a hospital in Rotan, Texas, on Wednesday night. Baugh was a Texas legend and an NFL legend, a quarterback who was way ahead of his time playing for the Washington Redskins from 1937 to 1952. That followed a stellar collegiate career at Texas Christian. There's no doubt in my mind that Baugh was one of the 10 greatest players in the history of the NFL. Consider this excerpt from the Associated Press obit: While he was noted for his passing, Baugh was one of the best all-around players of his day. One season he led the league in passing, defensive interceptions and punting. In one game, he threw four touchdown passes and intercepted four passes. He threw six touchdowns in a game — twice — and kicked an 85-yard punt. But this is a golf blog. Why am I writing about a football player? Well, did you know that there's a golf course in Texas named after Baugh? Sammy Baugh Golf