Washington Redskins name change as well as the Fighting Illini?????

stevenash · 07-03-20, 10:33 AM

Originally posted by pavyracer

Was the women's team called the Red Women before?

Good question.

eidolon · 07-03-20, 10:44 AM

Originally posted by Getch13

Is this real? if so, it is pretty hilarious because they keep the header with the name and the logo, and then sign it at the end "REDSKINS"

Getch13 · 07-03-20, 10:46 AM

No jock eidonion

Nitrogen · 07-03-20, 11:22 AM

Originally posted by stevenash

I'm a St. John's fan.
Once upon a time they were known as "The Red Men"
Had nothing to do with the American Indian, any race, or creed either.
They were called "The Red Men" because the jerseys and shorts they wore on the court were the color red.

Hard to imagine how people might conflate "The Red Men" with natives when their logo was originally this.

THE HITMAN · 07-03-20, 11:23 AM

New England PATRIOTS next............Patriots is offensive for sure , nothing more offensive than a patriot in today's times

HockeyRocks · 07-03-20, 11:30 AM

FedEx pays for the sponsorship of the stadium. FedEx says change the name or else.

DrunkHorseplayer · 07-03-20, 11:40 AM

Fukk the changers; Washington Redskins forever.

Brock Landers · 07-03-20, 11:42 AM

Originally posted by Art Vandelay

Chief Illiniwek is retired but still hasn't been "replaced" which has caused controversy - They got a kingfisher bird mascot currently pending. There's also an unofficial "chief" who still appears at games. The Chief is not quite buried yet!

Yes, he's gone. And is never coming back

Slurry Pumper · 07-03-20, 11:46 AM

Originally posted by HockeyRocks

FedEx pays for the sponsorship of the stadium. FedEx says change the name or else.

Its not like the Redskins couldn't find a Indian casino to sponsor the stadium. I bet Synder may be talking to Chief Tumbling Dice, or Chief Double Down, or Chief Spinning Picture Wheel, or Chief Red Black right now about the sponsorship. I think that maybe even the Indian tribes may assert their sovereign country angle just like the "CHOP" did and have Chief Black Lung sponsor the stadium with the indian smokes they sell.

jjgold · 07-03-20, 11:47 AM

This is what happens when you get to liberal

Everyone caving in

Mr KLC · 07-03-20, 11:52 AM

Odds to be the new name of Washington's NFL team (BetOnline):

Presidents +300
Generals +400
Lincolns +400
Americans +500
Kings +500
Memorials +500
Capitols +600
Veterans +600
Jeffersons +700
Roosevelts +700
Monuments +800
Arlingtons +1000

navyblue81 · 07-03-20, 12:28 PM

This is so stupid.
Wtf is happening to our country? For the first time in my life, I am beginning to be embarrassed by my own country. This isn’t what our forefathers wanted. This is a joke.

7deuceoff$uit · 07-03-20, 12:47 PM

Chiefs are on the clock...

Mr KLC · 07-03-20, 12:48 PM

Plaza23 · 07-03-20, 12:49 PM

They should change their name to the Washington White Power. I’d support them.

Name your team after winners. And white people defeated the Indians. Why name your team after losers?

stevenash · 07-03-20, 12:51 PM

Originally posted by 7deuceoff$uit

Chiefs are on the clock...

So are the Chicago Blackhawks.

stevenash · 07-03-20, 12:52 PM

Originally posted by Plaza23

They should change their name to the Washington White Power. I’d support them.

Name your team after winners. And white people defeated the Indians. Why name your team after losers?

Or the Detroit..... (um never mind)

Auto Donk · 07-03-20, 12:54 PM

I saw/have seen the Browns play for decades..... caliber of play told me they were named after this:

USCPHILLYGUY · 07-03-20, 12:58 PM

Easy. Landover Feathers

Mr KLC · 07-03-20, 02:34 PM

The RedTails would be an awesome name. The Tuskegee Airmen had the highest percentage of protection for B-17s flying dangerous missions into Germany. In 1945 they flew a daylight raid into Berlin and brought every bomber back safe. 1600 miles round trip.

KVB · 07-03-20, 02:36 PM

Originally posted by Kermit

All the Redskins have to do is keep the name, change their logo to a potato, and say "Fukk You" to the pussy Liberals.

This ^^^^, it would be epic for Snyder to do.

Roscoe_Word · 07-03-20, 02:39 PM

I think Redskins is fine and should be kept.

KVB · 07-03-20, 02:42 PM

Originally posted by Roscoe_Word

I think Redskins is fine and should be kept.

Exactly, just change the logo...

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pavyracer · 07-03-20, 02:48 PM

New name should be Washington Swamp Creatures.

Mr KLC · 07-03-20, 02:57 PM

Alyssa Milano is now calling for the end of the “Washington Redskins” name. She’s even sharing a petition on her Twitter timeline.

Alyssa Milano used to model Washington Redskins gear and she made a pretty penny to boot.

We must end racism in its entirety. Allowing the @nfl to continue to use the @redskins name is destructive to Native communities and cannot be tolerated any longer.

This is all very interesting commentary, coming from a woman who just a few short years ago allowed her name and face to be used in a sportswear collection that shows Alyssa in all sorts of “Washington Redskins” apparel.

In fact, in February, the Pacific Standard published an article pleading for Milano to stop selling “racist clothes.”

KVB · 07-03-20, 03:17 PM

I like when she sat front and center at the Kavanaugh kangaroo court, dressed for the occasion. LMAO...

Mr KLC · 07-03-20, 03:23 PM

A statement from Nike regarding the Redskins likely name change: “We have been talking to the NFL and sharing our concerns regarding the name of the Washington team. We are pleased to see the team taking a first step towards change.”

pavyracer · 07-03-20, 03:29 PM

Next team to change name will be the Giants. People shorter than 5'-5" are signing petitions to change the offensive name. Shorties are offended.

Mr KLC · 07-03-20, 03:31 PM

ChocMilk23 · 07-03-20, 03:33 PM

The CEO of FedEx is also a part owner of the Redskins. And he and Fedex have said change it. This happens.... Regardless if you like it or not.

Plaza23 · 07-03-20, 04:15 PM

Originally posted by ChocMilk23

The CEO of FedEx is also a part owner of the Redskins. And he and Fedex have said change it. This happens.... Regardless if you like it or not.

Minority owner. Ad boycotts rarely work because there’s other advertisers ready to replace those that leave.

Dan Snyder won’t change it. Unless the NFL mandates it, he’s going to leave it as is

stevenash · 07-03-20, 04:54 PM

Originally posted by Plaza23

Minority owner. Ad boycotts rarely work because there’s other advertisers ready to replace those that leave.

Dan Snyder won’t change it. Unless the NFL mandates it, he’s going to leave it as is

If I know Snyder he'll stonewall the opposition by stating something like "we are considering different name changes...." something like that just to drag it out a couple of years.

cincinnatikid513 · 07-03-20, 04:57 PM

Originally posted by flyingillini

Galatians 3:28

There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

gtfo with the religious bullshet

cincinnatikid513 · 07-03-20, 04:59 PM

go with the washington sentinels

Foxx · 07-03-20, 05:29 PM

Originally posted by Mr KLC

Odds to be the new name of Washington's NFL team (BetOnline):
Presidents +300
Generals +400
Lincolns +400
Americans +500
Kings +500
Memorials +500
Capitols +600
Veterans +600
Jeffersons +700
Roosevelts +700
Monuments +800
Arlingtons +1000

Jeffersons dead money on account of the slaves.

I like the Washington Wokes