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[MTK]

Originally Posted by mooby

I think both sides have a valid point - the games were played in the following year but they represent the culmination of the previous season.

So we were champs following the 1982, 1987, and 1991 seasons, but the games were in the following years. I lean 60/40 towards honoring the season that was played vs. the day the title was won but honestly the argument is a little irrelevant to me as I didn't witness any of it.

If they had just gone with 82, 87, 91 nobody would be complaining right now, so I get it. But I also see what they were going for. The decision as to what years to put on there should have been vetted more thoroughly that's for sure.

[irish]

Originally Posted by MTK

If they had just gone with 82, 87, 91 nobody would be complaining right now, so I get it. But I also see what they were going for. The decision as to what years to put on there should have been vetted more thoroughly that's for sure.

The dates on the rings are 82, 87, 91. That's the dates I'd have used.

[SouperMeister]

Originally Posted by MTK

If they had just gone with 82, 87, 91 nobody would be complaining right now, so I get it. But I also see what they were going for. The decision as to what years to put on there should have been vetted more thoroughly that's for sure.

83, 88, and 92 jumped out at me immediately as WRONG. This inattention to detail is an insult to long-time fans who know better. Pro Football Reference is the definitive reference for players, teams, and seasons of the NFL - they have it correct: 82, 87, and 91. When discussing all-time great teams, you never hear mention of the 86 Bears, do you? https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/

[MTK]

Originally Posted by SouperMeister

83, 88, and 92 jumped out at me immediately as WRONG. This inattention to detail is an insult to long-time fans who know better. Pro Football Reference is the definitive reference for players, teams, and seasons of the NFL - they have it correct: 82, 87, and 91. When discussing all-time great teams, you never hear mention of the 86 Bears, do you? https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/

Yes I get it, they should have used 82, 87, 91. But technically, the years they used aren't wrong, they just aren't the commonly accepted way we refer to those teams.

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by SouperMeister

83, 88, and 92 jumped out at me immediately as WRONG. This inattention to detail is an insult to long-time fans who know better. Pro Football Reference is the definitive reference for players, teams, and seasons of the NFL - they have it correct: 82, 87, and 91. When discussing all-time great teams, you never hear mention of the 86 Bears, do you? https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/

Agree…these guys can’t get out of their own way.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by MTK

Wright was on with Kevin Sheehan this morning and apparently they are open to changing the years on the crest. Personally I could care less, they went with commemorating the year they won vs what season the team is associated with, but if it helps straighten out some panties out there than just do it.

As I said it my post it's not just the crest thing. It's everything single thing w/ them.

[JackLord]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

As I said it my post it's not just the crest thing. It's everything single thing w/ them.

IMHO there are two different POVs currently running through Washington fandom.

The first places a premium on history and tradition of the franchise. Unsurprisingly, this features mostly unhappy fans as they feel a genuine loss. One catches a whiff of over sentimental tendencies, bitterness, and reluctance to embrace change.

The second is forward looking and places a premium on the future rather than wallowing in the past. Unsurprisingly, this features mostly optimistic fans who do not see this as a death, but rather as much needed rebirth. One catches a whiff of romantic expectations regarding wins and possibly a slight tinge of Stockholm Syndrome.

Both schools of thought are legitimate and have their merits. But they are largely incompatible at this time.

[jamf]

Originally Posted by MTK

Wright was on with Kevin Sheehan this morning and apparently they are open to changing the years on the crest. Personally I could care less, they went with commemorating the year they won vs what season the team is associated with, but if it helps straighten out some panties out there than just do it.

Matty going full Sean Spicer defending the team!









/Not intended to be political

[Chief X_Phackter]

Maybe they should use 1937 - 1942 - XVII - XXII - XXVI

[skinsfan69]

Wright trying to justify it makes him look like a straight up fool. He is just a empty suit. These are simple details that a 12 year old can get right.

[skinsfaninok]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

Wright trying to justify it makes him look like a straight up fool. He is just a empty suit. These are simple details that a 12 year old can get right.

Yeah it makes him look like a clown TBH... Just be honest

[rocnrik]

There is a lot more going on in this world light years more important than a nfl name change … I’m just rolling with it cause it ain’t a damn thing I can do to change it ..I refuse to be mad or bitter about this .. it will eat you up .. everyone has voiced there opinion it’s time to focus on Qb , free agency, draft etc ..I doubt that there is any of us that would walk into our bosses office and tell him what a damn fool he is .. Jason has a nice job and a family to provide for .. I don’t fault him at all .. I’m am supporting him !

[Swarley]

Part of me wishes they just left the pre-Superbowl championships off and went with the Roman numeral of the Super Bowl wins. I think that would actually look really cool.

also, Swaggy chimes in on Twitter:



https://twitter.com/cbakerswaggy/sta...r6R3ChFWgMPiFw

[skinsnut]

Whoever mentioned being a fan of the team may be suffering from Stockholm Syndrome is a frickin Genius. Hats off to sports psychology of a Redskins fan.

[sdskinsfan2001]

Pigskins
Hogs
Redwolves

3 names that are all way better than Commanders and would have had a connection to our past while still being a fresh start.

How I feel about Dan and how he feels about us fans...