The Washington Commanders name has been a source of controversy and debate since it was unveiled in 2022, and it appears that debate is going to continue for at least the short-term future. Commanders owner Josh Harris told reporters during his postseason press conference on Monday that the team had no intention of changing their name now,

Despite ongoing criticism, the Washington Commanders are keeping their uninspired name, missing a golden opportunity for a rebrand that could excite fans and honor the city’s rich history.

Washington Commanders controlling owner Josh Harris said Monday the team name is not changing.Harris said the name is here to stay after inheriting it when he and his group bought the team from longtime owner Dan Snyder in 2023.

Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports reports that the Washington Commanders are hiring former San Francisco 49ers special teams coordinator Brian Schneider to fill the same role.

The San Francisco 49ers elected not to retain Brian Schneider after serving as the special teams coordinator for three seasons. The 49ers finished 15th in Schneider’s first year in special teams DVOA.