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Chris Hanburger enters Hall of Fame

Published Aug. 6, 2011 9:34 p.m. ET

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Chris Hanburger, the signal-caller for George Allen's intricate defenses in Washington, has been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Nicknamed ''The Hangman,'' Hanburger stood out for one violent move he practically patented in 14 seasons with the Redskins: the clothesline tackle, which eventually was outlawed.

A senior committee nominee, Hanburger made nine Pro Bowls in his 14 seasons, although he never won a championship. The linebacker's knack for finding the ball helped him to 19 interceptions and three fumble returns for TDs, a league mark when he retired after the 1978 season.

Hanburger stared into the face of his bust Saturday before saying induction is ''something that I never gave a thought to.''

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