The Washington Commanders are reportedly set to unveil new uniforms this spring that will be heavily influenced by the Redskins-inspired alternate uniforms they wore in three games this season.
The refreshed look could also be accompanied by a new logo that the Commanders subtly included in a recent post on social media and on their website as they previewed the upcoming NFL Draft.
The logo features their current “W” mark, which was introduced in 2022, at the center of a Greco-Roman shield, as well as two crossed spears and two stars, which are notably used for military rankings.
It fits in with the Neoclassical architecture seen throughout Washington D.C., as buildings along the National Mall were built to resemble ancient Rome and Greece, as well as renderings of their new stadium that will open in 2030.
The pattern inside the shield, specifically, brings to mind a design that can be seen on the walls in the concourse of Washington Union Station, which also features six massive statues of Roman and Greek gods on its exterior.
Additionally, the franchise has increased its usage of spear-related imagery in recent months, while Hall of Fame cornerback Darrell Green led a “Raise Hail” chant during their Oct. 13 game on Monday Night Football with a spear in hand.
Commanders owner Josh Harris hinted at this overall direction a few days later when he appeared on “The Varsity” podcast with John Ourand on Oct. 19, at which time he made it clear the franchise was embracing its nickname.
“Commanders are leaders of warriors,” Harris said. “We start with the Romans and then we go to the Native American tribes and then we go to special forces, and they all have these swords, which is like the tip of the spear.”
Harris also noted the natural connection that exists in Washington D.C. with the United States military, as well as the symbolism and themes that are shared between modern armed forces and ancient warriors.
How this new logo could be implemented remains to be seen, though it’s worth noting the Redskins wore helmets with a spear on the sides from 1965-69 and as a throwback design during the 2002-03 seasons.
At the very least, it offers fans a compromise between the Redskins’ controversial branding and the Commanders’ current nickname while also opening the door for an alternate design that prominently displays the spear.
Illustration courtesy of CCSLC member Kiltman.
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