In 2013, Washington Football Team owner Dan Synder told a USA Today reporter that despite ongoing criticism about the then-Redskins team nickname, he would “never!” change it, brazenly adding, “It's that simple. NEVER — you can use caps.” Of course, on Wednesday the feckless billionaire rightly reneged, announcing his team’s new moniker starting next season.
“Welcome to not-the-best-kept secret in D.C.,” Synder, donning a “W” letterman jacket from behind a podium outside FedEx Field, joked after a news helicopter flying over the stadium spoiled the surprise Tuesday night. “Today’s a big day for our team, our fans—a day in which we embark on a new chapter as the Washington Commanders.