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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Joe Theismann Appears To Leak Washington Football Team’s New Name
Former quarterback Joe Theismann may have leaked the Washington Football Team’s new nickname a few days early.
Washington Football Team President Shares Latest On Rebrand
Washington Football Team president Jason Wright recently sat down with ESPN’s John Keim for a wide-ranging interview that included a few notes about the franchise’s ongoing rebrand. Wright said that Washington has filed for trademarks on more than 30 different nicknames, but also noted the name of choice might not
Washington Redskins Retire Name and Logo
This morning the Washington Redskins announced via a press release that they would be changing the team’s name as well as their logo. “Today, we are announcing we will be retiring the Redskins name and logo upon completion of this review,” read the release. “[Team owner] Dan Snyder and Coach
The History and the Controversy of the Washington Redskins Name and Logo
The Washington Redskins are, following some significant corporate pressure, reportedly considering a name change. This is a frequently debated topic with each side deep in their respective corners — either you want to keep the name and preserve the history of the team or you feel the name is offensive
Theismann Gives Blessing for Redskins to Re-Issue Number 7 Jersey
For the first time in over thirty years, you’ll see the number seven suit up in the burgundy and gold. During an appearance on Washington, D.C. sports radio station 106.7 The Fan, former Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann revealed a phone call he had recently with fellow QB Dwayne Haskins,
Goodell: No Change to Redskins Coming
The Washington Redskins aren’t changing a thing. Not anytime soon, anyways. While Major League Baseball and the Cleveland Indians announced yesterday that their Chief Wahoo logo was being removed from the team uniforms in 2019, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell today said the Redskins name was going to be sticking around.
Washington may not wear their Color Rush uniforms
Washington has made it clear over the past year or so that they aren’t exactly fans of what they ended up having for Color Rush uniforms. Back when there were rumors that the Philadelphia Eagles were lobbying to the league for a rule change concerning alternate helmets, Washington was also
NFL: Bills, Redskins In Throwback Uniforms This Weekend
Two NFL clubs will be wearing throwback uniforms for their Week 8 games this weekend. Yesterday the Buffalo Bills announced they’d be sporting their familiar red “standing bison” logo on their white helmets for their game against fellow AFL alumnus the Oakland Raiders. The Bills’ jerseys will also be slightly
According to Washington Post poll, Native Americans are not offended by Redskins nickname
Once again, the Washington Redskins and their controversial nickname are once again in the spotlight. However, for those who happen to be in favor of the team keeping their nickname, a recent poll should come as good news to that particular group of people. The Washington Post recently surveyed just
Group Calls for Schools to Ban Kids Wearing Racist Logos
A group of school board officials is calling for a ban to prevent children from wearing any sports merchandise deemed to promote offensive names or logos while at school. This would mean no more Chicago Blackhawks, Cleveland Indians, or Washington Redskins jerseys, caps, or t-shirts permitted on school property. According
A look at the 10 best Super Bowl uniform matchups
We’ve officially made it to Super Bowl Sunday, and the most important factor when it comes to the big game isn’t the tactical decisions that will be on display, nor the amazing physical feats that will surely be made at one point or another. If you’re reading this, then you