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 Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026 June is Gun Violence Awareness Month – the local group “Fed Up” will hold an event next Friday Gene Marrano May 29, 2026 Governor Spanberger announces dismissal of Rector of Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Clark Palmer May 28, 2026