Trademark Dispute Involving Washington Commanders Could Be Forthcoming

This Sunday, the Washington Commanders are set to introduce their new mascot, which the team has indicated will either be a hog or a dog. The former, however, may lead to a trademark dispute between former Washington players and the current organization.

In the 1980s, Washington fielded a dominating offensive line that was nicknamed the "Hogs." Recently, in July 2022, multiple former players that were a part of the "Hogs" filed trademark applications—through its LLC O-Line Entertainment LLC—for two separate intent to use trademark applications for HOGS and the ORIGINAL HOGS. The "Hogs" intend to use said trademarks in connection with a variety of goods and services, including clothing, football memorabilia, and entertainment services.