Shortly after the Washington Redskins announced plans to retire their controversial nickname and logo, Navajo Nation president Jonathan Nez offered a suggestion that would honor both Native Americans and the United States Military. “(This) is now a historic day for all Indigenous peoples around the world as the NFL’s Washington-based
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Redskins To Undergo “Thorough Review” of Name
Just one day after stadium sponsor FedEx requested a change, the Washington Redskins on Friday morning announced they will conduct a thorough review of their controversial nickname. “This process allows the team to take into account not only the proud tradition and history of the franchise but also input from
FedEx Asks Redskins to Change Nickname
FedEx Corporation, a delivery service that holds the naming rights to the stadium in which the Washington Redskins play, made a request on Thursday evening asking the team to change its nickname. “We have communicated to the team in Washington our request that they change the team name,” FedEx said
Baltimore Ravens Unveil 25th Season Logo
When the Cleveland Browns relocated to Baltimore in 1996, part of the agreement between then-owner Art Modell and the NFL was that the Browns name, colors, uniforms and history would remain in Cleveland for a future expansion franchise. With that, Modell approached the Indianapolis Colts to gauge their interest in
Detroit Pistons Unveil Motor City Alternate Uniform
After what’s been a fairly tough year for the city and people of Detroit, the Detroit Pistons have come up with a way for their fans to show some pride toward their town… no, it doesn’t involve them moving home games back to Detroit. Introducing the new “Motor City” alternate