The Redskins announced they will retire Bobby Mitchell’s No. 49. A Hall of Famer, Mitchell became the first black player for Washington, which was the last NFL team to integrate in 1962.
Redskins retiring number of their 1st black player
The Redskins announced they will retire Bobby Mitchell’s No. 49. A Hall of Famer, Mitchell became the first black player for Washington, which was the last NFL team to integrate in 1962.
