Commanders asking fans to help decide between 4 potential mascot categories
Feb 2, 2022; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Commanders team. President Jason Wright speaks during a press conference revealing the Washington Commanders as the new name for the formerly named Washington Football Team at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
The Washington Commanders have narrowed down their new mascot to four different categories, and want input from their fans regarding which group to move ahead with.
During Washington’s 23-21 preseason loss to the Carolina Panthers on Saturday, the team asked fans to “command the mascot” by voting for one of four themes provided on the Commanders’ website.
The choices were narrowed down to a hog, dog, historical figure or superhero.
Commanders mascot “theme” options: pic.twitter.com/9UcvRRIByW
— Stephen Whyno 🌴 (@SWhyno) August 13, 2022
So the Commanders are deciding on their mascot and just listed 4 categories: Hog, Dog, Historical figure or Superhero… Let 'em know.
— John Keim (@john_keim) August 13, 2022
Washington’s name change was a big story this offseason. After being referred to as the Washington Football Team for the last few seasons, a video leak prematurely revealed that their new name would be the “Commanders.”
A list of eight final name options included the Armada, Presidents, Brigade, Red Hogs, Commanders, Red Wolves, Defenders and the Washington Football Team. Red Wolves ran into some trademark issues that would have made the nickname too difficult to use.
It is unclear as to whether or not the team will actually select a theme based on which one gets the most fan votes. Perhaps a similar voting process would occur for the final list of mascot choices as well.
Fans can vote here.
