The Washington Football Team has announced its new name and the franchise will be moving forward from today as the Washington Commanders. In a post on social media, the new name was revealed along with a new logo and new jersey. It reads:"One legacy. One unified future. We are the Washington Commanders. #TakeCommand."Washington Commanders@CommandersOne legacy. One unified future. We are the Washington Commanders #TakeCommand1:11 PM · Feb 2, 202263182377One legacy. One unified future. We are the Washington Commanders #TakeCommand https://t.co/Eav9NOV5MmA new era for the Washington Commanders beginsThe Washington Commanders had been searching for a new identity since July 2020, when they retired the name 'Redskins.' They have faced protests from fans as well as pressure from several NFL and team sponsors to change their name. The former branding 'Redskins' was disliked by various Native American groups (among others) and in July 2020, they changed to the Washington Football Team until they could find a permanent name.While temporarily under the name the WFT, they reached the playoffs and lost in the Wild Card round 31-23 to eventual Super Bowl winners the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last season. With stars on their team such as defensive end Chase Young and wide receiver Terry McLaurin, the future of this franchise certainly looks bright.Washington Commanders@CommandersThe future of Washington football is here #TakeCommand1:14 PM · Feb 2, 202282042550The future of Washington football is here #TakeCommand https://t.co/MwkCLTkVAAAs of February 2, 2022, in what has been a lengthy process, the franchise can move forward as the Washington Commanders.