Washington Commanders Managing Partner Josh Harris and the Jurgensen family release statements following the death of franchise legend Sonny Jurgensen.
Statement from Managing Partner Josh Harris:
"Sonny Jurgensen is, and always will be, one of the defining legends of Washington football. He was a brilliant leader, Hall of Fame quarterback, and had one of the best arms the game has ever seen. After his career on the field, Sonny's voice became a fixture of Washington Sundays for decades, shaping the way generations of fans experienced the game.
For me, Sonny was the embodiment of what it means to don the Burgundy and Gold: tough, smart, and endlessly devoted to this franchise and its fans. He was a giant of the game and a beloved part of our team's identity. Our hearts and prayers are with Sonny's family, friends, and everyone who loved him."
A Statement from the Family of Christian A. "Sonny" Jurgensen III
"It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather, Sonny Jurgensen.
We are enormously proud of his amazing life and accomplishments on the field, marked not only by a golden arm, but also a fearless spirit and intellect that earned him a place among the legends in Canton. But to those of us who knew him beyond the stadium lights, he was the steady, humorous, and deeply loving heart of our family.
He lived with deep appreciation for the teammates, colleagues, and friends he met along the way. While he has taken his final snap, his legacy will remain an indelible part of the city he loved and the family he built.
We are comforted by the knowledge that he brought joy to so many. This weekend as we enjoy the game that he loved so much, join us and raise a glass, share a story and a smile, as we celebrate the extraordinary life of a man who was, to us, the greatest of all time."
