Fanatics has pulled a Washington Commanders jersey bearing the name of former Redskins fullback John Riggins from its website after he voiced his displeasure with the franchise’s new nickname on his podcast.
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Washington Football Team Officially Becomes Commanders, Unveils New Logos, Uniforms
Nearly 19 months after it retired its controversial nickname, the Washington Football Team has unveiled its new moniker, logos and uniforms.
Washington Football Team Won’t Have New Nickname Until 2022
The Washington Football Team’s placeholder name will remain intact for a second season, as the franchise’s official website dedicated to the rebrand recently released a statement that says a new identity won’t be ready until 2022. “We’ve transitioned from our old name. Now it’s time to write a new legacy,”
Washington Football Team To Honor Franchise Icon Bobby Mitchell With Uniform Patch
The Washington Football Team will wear a uniform patch this season to honor late halfback/flanker Bobby Mitchell, who died in April at age 84. Mitchell, the first black player in franchise history, had his number retired in June, joining late quarterback Sammy Baugh, who wore No. 33, as the only
Washington Football Team Rebrand Could Take 18 Months, Coach Says
When the Washington Football Team earlier this month announced plans to retire its controversial nickname and logo, the hope was to have a new identity before the 2020 season. But over the last few weeks, the franchise realized a proper rebranding process takes time, especially when the goal is to create
Washington Redskins To Temporarily Change Name To Washington Football Team
As first reported on Thursday morning by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Washington Redskins will now call themselves the Washington Football Team until they adopt a new nickname in the future. Washington, which earlier this month announced plans to retire the controversial Redskins name and logo at the conclusion of a