Washington's NFL franchise is no stranger to controversy and name debates. Here's why the Commanders changed their name and why they can't go back.

The Washington Commanders are closing in on a move back to the RFK Stadium site after the DC Council approved a bill that ...

"OWNERS, GET IT DONE!!!" wrote President Trump, in calling on the Washington Commanders to revert to the name Redskins, which many view as a slur against Native Americans.

New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (13) makes a one-handed catch over Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman (24) in the second half. The Giants lose to the Redskins 20-13 on Sunday, ...

It appears that Donald Trump dislikes the name "Washington Commanders." He wants the franchise to revert to being called the "Washington Redskins.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that homeless people in Washington would be moved “far” from the city as part of his ...

Among those awarded that day were former Chicago Bear lineman George Musso (1933-44), former fierce Chicago Bear pass rusher ...

The Washington Redskins announced Monday they will retire the Redskins nickname and logo. They have not yet selected a new name. Washington's logo has been an Indian chief since 1971.

In losing to the Carolina Panthers, 21-13, Sunday, the Washington Redskins turned a historical hoodoo on the president, who now sets out to become just the second incumbent president in more than ...

The Washington Redskins announced a ‘thorough review’ of their name amid pressure from Nike and Fedex, the naming sponsor of the team's stadium; David Spunt reports.