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To learn more about our privacy policy Click hereJoe Bugel, best knownas the architect of theWashingtonRedskins' dominating "Hogs" offensive line, died Sunday. He was 80.
Bugel began hisNFL coaching Didi Gregorius Jersey careerwith the Lions in 1975 and was also with the Houston Oilers before joining the Redskins in 1981 andworkingunderHall of Fame coachJoe Gibbsthrough1989.
Hehelped Washingtonwin two Super Bowl titles in three appearances from 1982-87.
"I am absolutely devastated by the news of Joe's pa sing,"Redskinsowner Dan Snydersaid."Joe was a larger than life figure and a true legend of his profe sion. He exemplified what it meant to be a Redskin with his character and ability to connect with his players along with a work ethic that was unmatched.
"We shared a special bond and he was a Philadelphia Phillies Jersey great friend. He was a man who not only gave me a better understanding of the game of J. T. Realmuto Jersey football, but who also gave me perspective on what is truly important in life. I absolutely adored him and will mi s him terribly."
Statement from owner Dan Snyder on the pa sing of Joe Bugel
Washington Redskins (@Redskins)Gibbs said: "Joe had an incredible pa sion for the game of football. He came to work every day with such great excitement and his players had tremendous respect for him. The strength of our coaching staff on both sides of the ball was a key reason we had so much succe s.
"Bugel was such a big part Nick Williams Jersey of that and his impact was felt not only by those Redskins' teams, but truly acro s the entire league. I will mi s his friendship and I Mike Schmidt Jersey will always cherish our late-night arguments putting together the game plan each week."
Bugel left Washington and became head coach of the Cardinals from 1990-93, going 20-44.His next stop was with the Raiders, where he was the a sistant head coach for offense from 1995-96 before posting a 4-12 record as head coach in 1997.
Bugel eventually made his way back to the Redskins, finishinghis career asthea sistant head coachforoffense from 2004-09.
"His accomplishments as one of our sport's truly legendary coaches speak for themselves," Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill said."But the first thing I think of is how he lived his life and the kind of quality human being Joe Bugel was.
"We join all of those who today celebrate his remarkable life and mourn Jim Bunning Jersey his pa sing."