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Washington NFL Team Announces 'Thorough Review' of Name Amid Growing Criticism

Washington's NFL team announced Friday that it is conducting a "thorough review" of its team name following recent discussions with the league.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport tweeted the team's statement:

Ian Rapoport

Potentially big news: The #Redskins have been having internal discussions about their team name and now will conduct a formal, thorough review. Full statement, including quotes from owner Dan Snyder, on a possible name change: https://t.co/49mpesZGs9

Rapoport also passed along a statement from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell:

Ian Rapoport

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell: “In the last few weeks we have had ongoing discussions with Dan and we are supportive of this important step.