Very popular name will NOT be Washington’s new mascot Ian Price January 22, 2022 1 minute read The Washington Football Team is explaining why an overwhelmingly popular new mascot name is not in final contention to become its new identity. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Comments on Blue Ridge Parkway ClosureNext: Youngkin says listen to Principals on masks for now Related Stories Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026 Center in the Square offers free day for dads, kids to celebrate Father’s Day this Saturday Gene Marrano June 17, 2026