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Washington Commanders Name Officially Here to Stay, Says Owner Josh Harris

Harris affirms the name's permanence after a successful season and growing acceptance within the organization.

Jan 26, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris before the NFC Championship game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Philadelphia 76ers owner Josh Harris speaks during a news conference in Philadelphia, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, announcing that the 76ers will partner with Comcast, their current landlord, to build a new arena in South Philadelphia and abandon a deal with the city to build the arena downtown,. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Overview

  • Josh Harris, owner of the Washington Commanders, confirmed that the team will not be changing its name again, stating it has gained meaning within the organization.
  • The Commanders name, adopted in 2022, followed a contentious rebranding process after the franchise retired its previous name, Redskins, in 2020.
  • Harris highlighted the team's successful 12-5 season and NFC Championship Game appearance in 2024 as factors solidifying the name's acceptance.
  • Harris and his group, including Magic Johnson, purchased the team for $6 billion in 2023, inheriting the Commanders name as part of the deal.
  • Future plans for the franchise include improving team facilities and pursuing a new stadium to replace the aging Northwest Stadium in Maryland.