Commanders finally decide retire No. 44 in honor of John Riggins, the team’s all-time leading rusher

It took far, far longer than anyone expected, but the Washington Commanders are finally retiring John Riggins’ number. The team announced the news on social media Thursday, sending out a video and statement honoring Riggins.

In his nine seasons with the Commanders, Riggins rushed for 7,472 yards, making him the franchise’s all-time leader in the stat. The team will officially retire Riggins’ No. 44 during a Nov. 8 game against the Los Angeles Rams.

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