New year, new look, new name, same Commanders.
To say the least, it’s been a tumultuous stretch of football for Washington for the last, well, 30 years or so. From franchise ownership ineptitude to constant rebranding to Carson Wentz, the team has had to navigate some troubled waters.
This season should be the start of a bit of stability. Well, at least when it comes to their uniforms.
In February, the franchise in the nation’s capital officially ditched the Washington Football Team nickname and went with the Commanders moniker instead, ending a two-plus year saga of wondering what the team’s new name would be.
“It’s a name befitting a 90-year old franchise,” team president Jason Wright said in February. “It’s something that broadly resonated with our fans and something that we believe embodies the values of service and leadership that really defines the DMV and this community.”
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Along with the military-inspired name, came military-inspired duds. Here’s what to know about the Commanders’ new unis:
Washington Commanders uniforms
Aside from the burgundy-forward color scheme that Washington has had throughout the franchise tenure, there’s not much else shared with prior uniforms.
Here are the key differences and features of the new uniforms:
“W” logo: The Commanders’ new W logo on the helmet is designed with sharp edges forward intended to depict “forward progress.” It also is emblematic of military rank designs.
Numbers: The numbers on the uniforms — the black uniforms and the white uniforms — are intended to be reminiscent of military stencil-mark numbers.
The future of Washington football is here #TakeCommand pic.twitter.com/MwkCLTkVAA
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) February 2, 2022
Three uniforms: Unlike other uniforms that are essentially palette swaps, the Washington uniforms have three distinct looks. The uniforms feature small, diamond-textured details on the numbers and shoulders, as well. The black uniforms, the team’s alternate, features the D.C. flag on the shoulder, as well as a small “Commanders” wordmark patch on the chest.
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