Have the Commanders ever went to the Super Bowl?
The Washington Commanders, previously known as the Washington Redskins, have been a part of the National Football League (NFL) since 1932. As one of the oldest and most storied franchises in the league, the Commanders have had their fair share of success and heartbreak. One of the most frequently asked questions by fans and football enthusiasts alike is whether the Commanders have ever made it to the Super Bowl. In this article, we will delve into the history of the Commanders and explore their Super Bowl aspirations.
The Commanders’ first appearance in the NFL Championship Game, which was the precursor to the Super Bowl, came in 1942. However, due to the ongoing World War II, the game was canceled. It wasn’t until 1943 that the Commanders would have their first real shot at the championship. That year, they faced off against the Chicago Bears in the NFL Championship Game, ultimately losing 14-6. This remains the closest the Commanders have ever come to a Super Bowl appearance.
Over the years, the Commanders have had several near-misses in the postseason. In 1945, they lost to the New York Giants in the NFL Championship Game. The following year, they were defeated by the Chicago Bears again. The Commanders’ next appearance in the NFL Championship Game came in 1952, where they lost to the Detroit Lions. This pattern of near-misses continued throughout the 1950s and 1960s.
The Commanders’ most memorable season came in 1982, when they reached the NFC Championship Game. However, they were ultimately defeated by the San Francisco 49ers, who would go on to win the Super Bowl. This remains the closest the team has come to a Super Bowl appearance since their initial appearance in the NFL Championship Game in 1942.
In the years that followed, the Commanders continued to struggle in the postseason. They have not made another appearance in the NFC Championship Game or the Super Bowl. Despite their lack of success in the postseason, the Commanders have had some of the most iconic players in NFL history, such as Sonny Jurgensen, Joe Theismann, and Clinton Portis.
As the years go by, the question of whether the Commanders will ever make it to the Super Bowl remains a topic of discussion among fans. With the team’s rich history and a passionate fan base, there is always hope that the Commanders will one day fulfill their Super Bowl aspirations. Until then, the wait for the Commanders to go to the Super Bowl continues.
