The Washington Football Team announced Tuesday that streets surrounding the team's facilities will be renamed in honor of Hall of Fame head coach Joe Gibbs and standout safety Sean Taylor.
Prior to the team's season-opening game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sept. 13, the street in front of FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland, will be officially Sean Taylor Road and the street leading to Inova Sports Performance Center in Ashburn, Virginia, will be called Coach Gibbs Drive.
Team owner Dan Snyder released a statement about the changes:
"As we look forward and build a modern identity that everyone can be proud of, it's imperative that we revere tremendous individuals who have had a positive influence on the franchise and our fan base.