Ten Things You Probably Don't Know About the Washington Redskins/Commanders.

The article focuses on ten notable historical facts about the Washington NFL franchise, formerly known as the Redskins, Washington Football Team, and now the Commanders. It explores the origins of the controversial "Redskins" nickname, citing three theories related to team founder George Preston Marshall’s decisions in the 1930s, including a connection to Native American themes and a 1929 film titled *Redskin*. The piece also highlights significant players and moments in the team’s history, such as quarterback Frank Ryan earning a Ph.D. during his career, defensive back Johnny Sample’s involvement in landmark NFL games, and Hall of Fame defensive end David “Deacon” Jones’s brief tenure with the team. Additionally, it notes unique anecdotes like sportscaster Mel Allen’s early broadcasts for the franchise and player John Wilbur’s later role in the World Football League. Extracted from the article