Washington Commanders Unveil Throwback Uniforms

The team's new home and away looks harken back to their championship glory days.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:46pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the new Washington Commanders uniforms, with sharp planes of burgundy, gold, and black colors overlapping to create a fragmented, multi-perspective visual representation of the team's iconic look.The Commanders' new uniforms pay homage to the team's championship glory days with a classic color scheme and iconic helmet design.Washington Today

The Washington Commanders have unveiled a new set of uniforms that pay homage to the team's glory days of the 1980s and early 1990s. The home and away looks feature a classic burgundy and gold color scheme, as well as a return to the team's iconic 'spear' helmet design that was worn during their three Super Bowl championship seasons.

Why it matters

The Commanders' uniform change is a strategic move to reconnect with the team's storied past and reignite fan enthusiasm, especially among long-time supporters who fondly remember the franchise's championship runs in the 1980s and early 1990s. Throwback uniforms have become a popular trend across the NFL as a way for teams to celebrate their history and heritage.

The details

The new Commanders uniforms feature a burgundy home jersey with gold numbers, as well as a white away jersey also with gold numbers. Both jerseys have the classic 'spear' helmet design that was worn during the team's Super Bowl championship seasons. The uniforms also include black alternate jerseys, which the team says will be worn for select games.

  • The Commanders unveiled the new uniforms on April 15, 2026.

The players

Washington Commanders

The professional American football team based in Washington, D.C. that competes in the National Football League (NFL).

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What they’re saying

“We wanted to reconnect with our storied past and give our fans a uniform they can be proud of. These new looks pay homage to the championship teams that built this franchise.”

— Jason Wright, President, Washington Commanders

What’s next

The Commanders will wear the new uniforms for the first time during their 2026 season opener.

The takeaway

The Commanders' uniform refresh is a strategic move to reignite fan enthusiasm and connect the team's current era to its storied championship past, a tactic that has proven successful for other NFL franchises looking to build stronger emotional bonds with their fanbase.