The Washington, D.C. NFL team on Friday morning said it would undergo a "thorough review" of the team name amid renewed outcry over its highly offensive brand.
Celebrities, such as Spike Lee and D.L Hughley, have been among the growing chorus of those calling for the change, which was reignited amid anti-racism protests and conversations about inequality following the May 25 killing of George Floyd.
The Washington team, one of the NFL's oldest clubs, for decades has refused to change the name and logo even though Native Americans and others have demanded it.
Now, it appears the change will take place. "Let’s be clear: There’s no review if there’s no change coming," noted NFL analyst Adam Schefter.
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