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"Slingin' Sammy" Baugh, who played for the Washington Redskins from 1937 to 1952, died Dec. 17 in Texas of complications from Alzheimer's Disease. He was 94. Baugh, credited with being the first to make frequent use of the forward pass, was the last surviving member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's inaugural class. Wrote the Associated Press: "Baugh was the best all-around player in an era when such versatility was essential. In 1943, he led the league in passing, punting and defensive interceptions. In one game, he threw four touchdown passes and intercepted four as well. He threw six touchdowns passes in a game twice. His 51.4-yard punting average in 1940 is still the NFL record."
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