Fox Sports analyst, Kelsey Nicole Nelson checks in with Scoop B Radio & discusses Washington Redskins & more. Brandon ‘Scoop B’ Robinson has the latest.
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Washington Redskins players kneel as Maurice Smith #46 of the Washington Redskins is put on a cart after being injured in the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on December 29,2019 in Arlington, Texas.
Today the Washington Redskins announced that they conduct a “thorough review” of their team’s name.
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“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. This review formalizes the initial discussions the team has been having with the league in recent weeks,” the Redskins said in a released statement.
“We believe this review can and will be conducted with the best interest of all in mind.”
Washington, D. C. Mayor Murial Bowser shared recently shared her concerns on the matter with Team 980 and stated that it was time for a change. “I think it’s past time for the team to deal with what offends so many people,” Bowser said via an interview transcribed by Heavy contributor Chris Crouse.
“And this is a great franchise with a great history that’s beloved in Washington and it deserves a name that reflects the affection that we’ve built for the team.”
WWE Hall of Famer, Jesse Ventura recently spoke with Fox Sports Radio’s Kelsey Nicole Nelson. In addition to chastising the NFL about Colin Kaepernick, the former Minnesota state governor challenged D. C. to change the team’s name. “That they can do quick,” Minnesota’s 38th governortold Nelson.
Kelsey Nicole Nelson recently checked into the Scoop B Radio Podcast and weighed in on the Redskins discussion and a potential name change.
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Check out notes on our dialogue below:
Kelsey Nicole Nelson on changing of the ‘Redskins’ name:
“Yeah, this is an age old question I never get tired of talking to and being born and bred here in the DMV area.
