| 1949 Washington Redskins season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach |
Herman Ball John Whelchel |
| Owner | George Preston Marshall |
| Home field | Griffith Stadium |
| Results | |
| Record | 4–7–1 |
| Division place | 4th NFL Eastern |
| Playoff finish | did not qualify |
The 1949 Washington Redskins began with the team trying to improve on their 7–5 record from 1948.
Note: Tie games were not officially counted in the standings until 1972.