There have been renewed efforts to have the Washington NFL team change its nickname, with FedEx—who sponsors the team's stadium—calling for a new name Thursday.
Nike, which supplies the NFL with uniform and sideline apparel, may also be putting the pressure on Washington. The shoe and sporting goods giant has appeared to remove all team merchandise from its online store:
Stephen WhynoNike online store has also apparently removed all Redskins gear. The company has not immediately responded to a request for comment. https://t.co/vO9Z0Z5WlI https://t.co/CqPG97mf48
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