Former Washington players speak out on name change: 'I'll always call them the Washington Redskins'
In the face of mounting pressure to change the team’s name amid a national focus on race relations, Washington announced Monday that the Redskins name and logo would be retired after 87 years.
NAVAJO NATION RELEASES STATEMENT ON WASHINGTON REDSKINS RETIRING TEAM NAME, LOGO
“Dan Snyder and Coach Rivera are working closely to develop a new name and design approach that will enhance the standing of our proud, tradition rich franchise and inspire our sponsors, fans and community for the next 100 years,” the team said in a statement.
While the move was applauded by many, several former Washington players voiced their opinion against the change, arguing that the name is affiliated with the accomplishments of the franchise -- not the derogatory slur.
"I'll always call them the Washington Redskins, I'm sorry," former center Jeff Bostic told ESPN. “I've got great memories, great game scenarios that played out. There are parts of that I'll never forget the rest of my life. It was an honor for us to put the helmet on that had the Redskins emblem on the sides.
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