A former Washington Redskins gamer said Wednesday that there is an “easy” repair to altering the teams name, which has actually just recently been in the spotlight because of its racial connotations.
Regardless, Walker believes that changing the name is the ideal thing to do.
” Ive heard Redtails. Ive learned about them. That was cool for me to find out,” he stated. “In this environment today, let me see them sell that. I just believe that at some point, you cant alter and eliminate centuries of neglect and bigotry in a month. Its just impractical that you can clean everything tidy with one swipe. Its going to be a battle, but you do need to get the process began.”
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Whether the Redskins end of altering the name or not, the group will reportedly not use any Native American images in their new logo design.
The Redtails has actually likewise been a popular candidate on social media. Walker said he doesnt believe it would work given the political climate.
Prominent sellers like Amazon, Walmart, and Target, as well as Nike and Dicks Sporting Goods, have removed Redskins product from their sites. Recently, FedEx– which holds the naming rights to the teams Maryland arena– formally asked for a name change. FedEx CEO Fred Smith has an ownership stake in the group.
You do not have to alter anything else. I simply believe that at some point, you cant change and erase hundreds of years of disregard and bigotry in a month. Last week, FedEx– which holds the naming rights to the groups Maryland arena– officially requested a name modification. FedEx CEO Fred Smith has an ownership stake in the group.
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Washington said recently it would carry out a “thorough evaluation” of the name.
Fox News Dan Canova contributed to this report.
Doc Walker, a former tight end who played for Washington from 1981 to 1984, told NBC Sports Washington theres one name the team can go to today.
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Its so easy,” Walker said. You do not have to alter anything else.
