"We've all seen the viral "2016" trend making the rounds on social media. It was a simpler time, a time when we knew little about what this world was about to become. In some ways, our society has never recovered from what transpired that year - and by that, obviously, we mean the death of Harambe. For the Washington Commanders, it was a different era altogether."
"10 years ago, Washington football was on the rise... or so it felt Everything was sunshine and rainbows for Washington, who had been one of the most pleasant surprises of the 2015 season. Kirk Cousins, after spending three years predominantly as a backup, broke out as the team unexpectedly went 9-7 and won the NFC East. The campaign was highlighted by a 24-point comeback win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 7, after which the quarterback famously screamed, "You like that?!""
Nostalgia for 2016 and the Harambe meme frames broader cultural memory. The Washington franchise has seen major identity changes, including multiple team and stadium name changes and near-total roster turnover, with only punter Tress Way remaining. The team rose in 2015 when Kirk Cousins emerged, finishing 9-7, winning the NFC East, and staging a 24-point comeback versus Tampa Bay before losing to Green Bay in the wild-card round. The organization pursued aggressive roster moves afterward, signing All-Pro cornerback Josh Norman while allowing Robert Griffin III and Alfred Morris to depart, signaling a clear transition of eras.
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