The Washington Commanders and the District of Columbia will celebrate the remarkable legacy of Darrell Green, widely regarded as one of the finest cornerbacks in NFL history.
During a ceremony on Saturday, October 19, Mayor Muriel Bowser will present Green with the key to the city. The ceremony starts by 10:00 am at Franklin Park.
Affectionately nicknamed the “Ageless Wonder,” Green was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008. Earlier this year, the team announced plans to retire his iconic No. 28 jersey this season. Over his impressive career, he won two Super Bowls with the Commanders and earned Pro Bowl honors seven times.
Speaking to WTOP about the upcoming ceremony, Mayor Bowser expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “We were just so excited to be able to join the Commanders in celebrating Darrell Green, just a consummate professional athlete and an honorary Washingtonian. Washingtonians like me grew up with Darrell Green, a 20-season career with our team, and he just represents the spirit of our city. So we are honored this weekend to present him with the key to the city.”
The Key to the City is a prestigious symbol of appreciation, representing the utmost honor that Washington, DC, can offer. On Sunday, the Commanders will honor Darrell Green by retiring his iconic No. 28 during a special halftime ceremony, celebrating his significant impact on both the team and the community.
Darrell Green, born February 15, 1960, in Houston, Texas, is a former professional football player who spent his entire 20-season NFL career with the Washington Commanders.
Renowned for his exceptional speed and agility, Green was a cornerstone of the Commanders’ defense, earning recognition as a two-time Super Bowl champion and a seven-time Pro Bowler.
He was honored as the NFL’s Man of the Year in 1996. Notably, Green triumphed in the NFL’s Fastest Man competition four times, making him the only multiple winner to remain undefeated in its history. He retired at 42 years old after the 2002 season, having played under six different head coaches: Joe Gibbs, Richie Petitbon, Norv Turner, Terry Robiskie, Marty Schottenheimer, and Steve Spurrier.
His dedication to the game and community has made him a beloved figure in Washington, D.C., where he continues to inspire through various charitable efforts and public appearances. Green’s legacy as one of the greatest cornerbacks remains firmly established in NFL history.
