Washington Commanders' principal owner Josh Harris announced the team will maintain its name without rebranding, reflecting a growing internal embrace of 'Commanders.' Harris highlighted a commitment to team improvement, securing a new stadium, and revitalizing headquarters. Despite a local poll revealing 54% of D.C. area fans dislike the name, Harris expressed optimism about its evolving meaning and the franchise's connection to both past glories and future aspirations. The team’s recent successful season has generated some excitement, yet significant portions of the fanbase still desire a name change.
The name Commanders means something now. It's about players who love football, are great at football, hit hard. It's really meaningful. That name is growing in meaning.
We’re focused on improving the team for next season, securing a new stadium, and fixing up headquarters in Ashburn.
As far as rebranding and bringing our past... you're going to see us head back towards honoring our past and bringing it back toward our future.
A Washington Post-Schar School poll showed most local sports fans (54 percent) disliked the team's name; only 16 percent wanted to keep it.
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