Washington announced Friday that the franchise will "undergo a thorough review of the team's name" following requests for a change to its nickname.
The team said the review formalizes the initial discussions it has had with the NFL in recent weeks.
"In light of recent events around our country and feedback from our community, the Washington Redskins are announcing the team will undergo a thorough review of the team's name," the organization said in a statement.
Many Native American leaders have long called for the changing of the nickname, which the franchise has used since 1933.