For years, the Washington Redskins name sparked significant controversy. In 2020, amid growing pressure from NFL and team sponsors, the name was retired as part of a broader movement following the ...

“We, are passionate supporters of the Washington Redskins and its rich history,” the petition reads. “We write to you today as a collective voice, urging you to reconsider the recent name change from ...

Joe Bugel who named his offensive lineman the “Hogs” had come to Washington in 1981 as part of Joe Gibbs’ original coaching staff for the Redskins. Washington drafted Mark May (1st round ...

A group of former Washington players that were part of the legendary “Hogs” unit of the 1980s and 1990s are suing the Commanders, accusing the franchise of profiting off the legacy and brand.

Up front, Washington's offensive line - known as the Hogs (consisting of tackles Jim Lachey and original Hog Joe Jacoby; guards Raleigh McKenzie and Mark Schlereth and center Jeff Bostic {Bostic - ...

WETA recounts the major events, people, and places of 1990s Washington, D.C. WETA takes viewers on a journey through a time not long ago, but which now seems a world away. Washington in the '90s ...

FILE - Washington Redskins running back John Riggins (44) eludes a tackle-attempt by Miami Dolphins’ Don McNeal (28) during NFL football’s Super Bowl XVII in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 30, 1983.

Washington was a power team, using running back - more like a fullback - John Riggins to batter defenses behind the original "Hogs" offensive line. Washington beat Miami 27-17.

Everyone has given their opinion on what the Washington Football Team’s new name should be. Here are some of the fans’ opinions on Red Hogs/ Hogs.

Belters is at least evocative of Washington (i.e. the Beltway), but it just doesn't seem like a football name. Aces, Anchors, and Archers seem too plain, and Wayfarers are sunglasses, not footballers.