The Redskins introduced on Thursday their new throwback jerseys, paying tribute to their 1937 D.C. debut with “a rich, darker color palate,†a patch from the early years, and a helmet that has “a unique, leather-like finish†per Dan Steinberg of the Washington Post. “Love ’em,†GM Bruce Allen said, shortly after the uniforms were unveiled inside the team’s new indoor practice facility. “It’s our tradition. It’s authentic. That’s what we were looking for: authenticity.†“It’s really about the fans, it’s about the alumni, and it’s about the great tradition of the Redskins,†owner Daniel Snyder said in brief remarks. “It’s gonna be a special year for us.†About a dozen Redskins legends attended Thursday’s reception, which featured a spread including throwback fare like watermelon soup, cake pops, salmon with mango salsa, fried chicken with pineapple and coconut, and artichoke salad. Among the alumni were Charley Taylor, Sam Huff, Bobby Mitchell, Brig Owens, George Starke, and Ken Harvey, who addressed the crowd on behalf of the legends. “How great is this?†he began. “We represent the greatest fans in the world. . . . We also represent the future. It’s not just about the past.†Source: The Redzone
