Commanders, DC Plan $3 Billion Stadium at RFK Site

The Washington Commanders have reached a landmark agreement with the District of Columbia to build a new stadium at the site of the old RFK Stadium, marking the team's return to the city after more than two decades in Maryland. The project, pending D.C. City Council approval, will feature a roofed, 65,000-seat stadium, a critical component for Washington's bid to host a future Super Bowl, as the NFL typically favors enclosed venues in cold-weather cities. The total investment is estimated between $3 billion and nearly $4 billion, with the Commanders contributing a significant portion and the District supporting the project financially as well as through land development for entertainment, housing, and green spaces. Team owner Josh Harris promised the stadium will 'set a new standard,' with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell highlighting its importance and the potential to dramatically increase Washington's Super Bowl hosting chances. The initiative is celebrated as a revitalization of the city's sports landscape, accompanied by plans to redevelop both the new site and the current Maryland stadium area. The move has been widely endorsed by city officials and former team legends, emphasizing its expected impact on community pride and local economic growth.