After mounting pressure from sponsors, investors and activists, the Washington Redskins have formally abandoned their team nickname, which dates to 1933.
On July 3, the NFL team had announced a review of the name and logo, which was widely interpreted as a signal that they would finally be changing.
“Today we are announcing we will be retiring the Redskins name and logo upon completion of this review,” the team said Monday in a statement.
Owner Dan Snyder and head coach Ron Rivera, the statement added, “are working closely to develop a new name and design approach that will enhance the standing of the proud, tradition-rich franchise and inspire our sponsors, fans and community for the next 100 years.”
