The Washington Redskins say they are undergoing a “thorough review” of their nickname, prompted by recent events around the U.S. and community feedback. The team has resisted calls to change its name for years.
FILE - In this Aug. 28, 2009 file photo, the Washington Redskins logo is shown on the field before the start of a preseason NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Landover, Md. The Washington Redskins are undergoing what the team calls a “thorough review” of the nickname. In a statement released Friday, July 3, 2020, the team says it has been talking to the NFL for weeks about the subject.
“In the last few weeks, we have had ongoing discussions with Dan, and we are supportive of this important step,”In a statement, the team said recent events around the U.S. and feedback from the community prompted the formal review. On Thursday night, Nike appeared to remove all Redskins gear from its online store. Nike did not respond to multiple messages seeking comment. PepsiCo did not immediately respond to an email Friday seeking comment.
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