Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris has expressed a desire to honor the team’s history. Reflecting this commitment, the team unveiled an alternate jersey on Wednesday that embraces the franchise’s legacy.
The new uniform nods to the team’s past glory, reviving the classic look used during their Super Bowl-winning years following the 1983, 1987, and 1991 seasons. Washington will don this burgundy and gold ensemble three times this season: during Sunday Night Games against the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos on November 30th, and their final home game of the regular season against the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas Day.
This throwback design incorporates elements like a helmet with a gold stripe flanked by white stripes and a gold face mask—details that had been discontinued after the 2021 season. The white jersey is accented with burgundy and gold sleeve stripes and rich burgundy outlines around figures and the collar. Accompanying the jersey, players will wear burgundy pants featuring gold and white stripes and white socks with matching burgundy and gold stripes.
A notable highlight from the Commanders’ history is quarterback Doug Williams, who wore a similar look during Super Bowl XXII, becoming the first Black QB to win a Super Bowl. Williams remains involved with the team as a senior advisor and has built a connection with current quarterback Jaden Daniels.
While the team has not yet decided if this alternate design will become a permanent fixture, ownership changes have provided an opportunity to make exceptions to the league’s uniform update regulations.
Fan Take: This throwback jersey signifies more than just a style change—it’s a tribute to the Commanders’ proud history and may inspire a renewed sense of pride and identity among players and fans alike. For NFL enthusiasts, it underscores how teams can creatively honor their legacies while engaging new generations of supporters, making the sport richer and more connected to its roots.
