For decades, special teams was an over-looked part of football. Then, George Allen came along. His focus on this group left a lasting impact both in Washington and the NFL at large. Players, journalists and former front office staff talk about the late great coach. bit.ly/HailTalesSpotify bit.ly/HailTalesApple

Washington football history hasn’t been told like this before. From legendary games to beloved traditions, Hail Tales sheds new light on the moments that have shaped the Burgundy & Gold. Episodes feature exclusive interviews with iconic players, media members, diehard fans and more.

Washington football history hasn’t been told like this before. From legendary games to beloved traditions, Hail Tales sheds new light on the moments that have shaped the Burgundy &amp; Gold. Episodes feature exclusive interviews with iconic players, media members, diehard fans and more.

Hail Tales: Stories from Washington Football History

Washington football history hasn’t been told like this before. From legendary games to beloved traditions, Hail Tales sheds new light on the moments that have shaped the Burgundy &amp; Gold. Episodes feature exclusive interviews with iconic players, media members, diehard fans and more.

The Special Teams Genius | Hail Tales: Stories from Washington Football History | Podcast | Washington Commanders

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Season 1 of Hail Tales wraps up with a compilation of fun stories from the old days of training camp in Carlisle, PA.

BONUS! Bungee Jumping, The Popcorn Assault & Other Training Camp Shenanigans | Hail Tales: Stories From Washington Football History | Washington Commanders

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For 34 years, Washington held training camp at Dickinson College, a small DIII school two and a half hours outside of D.C. The two-a-days were grueling. The isolation and slower pace could be uncomfortable. Not to mention those college dorm rooms. Yet, a whole lot of fun was had. The time here made a big impact on the team and the Carlisle, PA community.

The Little College in Pennsylvania | Hail Tales: Stories from Washington Football History | Washington Commanders

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During the 1987 season, a labor strike turned the league on its head. Players refused to take the field. Tensions flared. The NFL said the show must go on. Every team faced the same challenges, but no one rose to the occasion like Washington. What the Burgundy & Gold did during the strike period was nothing short of spectacular.

The Replacements | Hail Tales: Stories from Washington Football History | Podcast | Washington Commanders

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The Special Teams Genius | Hail Tales: Stories from Washington Football History | Podcast | Washington Commanders

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