As of October 15, 2023, the Washington Redskins no longer exist as a team name. The franchise formerly known as the Redskins rebranded in 2020 to become the Washington Commanders. Therefore, there are no longer any tickets available for the “Washington Redskins.”
The Washington Commanders
The Washington Commanders are the professional American football team based in the Washington metropolitan area. The Commanders compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member club of the league’s National Football Conference (NFC) East division.
The Commanders play their home games at FedExField in Landover, Maryland. From 1961 through 1996, the team played at RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C. The Commanders headquarters and training facility are located in Ashburn, Virginia.
The team was founded in Boston, Massachusetts as the Boston Braves in 1932. The name was changed the next year to the Boston Redskins. In 1937, the franchise moved to Washington, D.C. where they kept the Redskins name.
Due to controversy over the Redskins name, the team announced on July 13, 2020 that the Redskins name and logo would be retired. On February 2, 2022, the team announced their new name as the Commanders.
Redskins Name Change Controversy
The former Redskins name and logo received criticism for being offensive towards Native Americans. Native American leaders and organizations challenged the use of the name and logo as racist and demeaning.
After the killing of George Floyd in 2020 sparked nationwide protests, pressure mounted for the team to change the Redskins name. Major corporate sponsors threatened to cut ties with the team if the name was not changed. Ultimately team owner Daniel Snyder and the franchise announced they would retire the Redskins name and logo.
The decision to find a new team name took over a year, as they considered options to find a name more inclusive and less offensive. On February 2, 2022, they revealed the new team name as the Commanders.
Tickets for Washington Commanders Games
Now that they are known as the Commanders, fans looking for tickets to games have a few options: buying single game tickets directly from the team, buying season ticket packages, or using a ticket reseller site.
Single Game Tickets from the Team
Fans can buy single game tickets directly from the Washington Commanders via their website. There are a range of seating options and price points:
- Lower Level Sideline seats range from $159 – $529 per ticket
- Lower Level Corner seats range from $159 – $529 per ticket
- Lower Level End Zone seats range from $99 – $529 per ticket
- Club Level Sideline seats range from $245 – $535 per ticket
- Club Level Corner seats range from $245 – $535 per ticket
- Upper Level Sideline seats range from $69 – $245 per ticket
- Upper Level Corner/End Zone seats range from $59 – $245 per ticket
There are also suite rentals and premium VIP seating options available.
Season Tickets
Fans can buy Washington Commanders season tickets which includes tickets for all regular season home games for the year. Season ticket members get benefits like access to ticket exchanges, playoff priority, and VIP parking passes.
Season ticket prices for 2023 have not been announced yet by the team. In 2022, season tickets started around $650 per ticket for upper corner 400 level seats. Lower level season tickets were over $3,000 per ticket.
Secondary Ticket Market
Fans can also purchase Washington Commanders tickets from reseller sites like StubHub, VividSeats, Ticketmaster, SeatGeek and others. Prices can vary widely on the secondary market based on factors like the opponent, day of the week, overall team performance that season, etc.
For the 2022 season, secondary market ticket prices have ranged from as low as $50 per ticket on up to $500 or more per ticket for premium lower level seats against top opponents like the Dallas Cowboys.
Most and Least Expensive 2022 Home Games
To demonstrate the range of prices, here is an overview of some of the Commanders’ least and most expensive home games of the 2022 season based on average resale ticket prices at the start of the season:
Opponent | Average Ticket Price |
---|---|
Jacksonville Jaguars (Sep 11) | $192 |
Green Bay Packers (Oct 23) | $234 |
Houston Texans (Nov 20) | $216 |
Cleveland Browns (Jan 1) | $213 |
Dallas Cowboys (Oct 2) | $464 |
Philadelphia Eagles (Sep 25) | $312 |
Minnesota Vikings (Nov 6) | $281 |
As you can see, NFC East divisional rivalry matchups with Dallas, Philadelphia, and the New York Giants tend to have the highest demand and prices.
Factors That Determine Commanders Ticket Prices
Several factors account for the variation in Washington Commanders ticket prices from game to game and season to season:
- Opponent quality – Games against marquee teams like the Cowboys, Eagles, and Giants cost more than games against lesser opponents.
- Day of the week – Sunday afternoon and Sunday night games are more in demand than Thursday night or Monday night games.
- Team performance – Prices rise when the team is winning and having a playoff contending season.
- Schedule and time of year – Divisional games late in the season that may decide playoff spots are pricier.
- Promotions and giveaways – Games with special promotions, halftime shows, or giveaways can increase prices.
- Weather and holiday games – Cold weather games in November/December and around holidays see higher demand.
These factors combine to make each game’s ticket prices unique. Prices can change week to week too based on team injury news, trade deadlines, and shifting playoff pictures in the NFL.
How Winning Impacts Commanders Ticket Prices
The Washington Commanders have not had a winning season or made the playoffs since 2020. During those past two losing seasons, ticket prices have been moderate on average:
- 2021 season average ticket price: $192
- 2022 season average ticket price: $237 (through first 8 home games)
But looking back to when the team was winning consistently shows how big an impact success has on ticket demand and prices:
- 2020 playoff season average ticket price: $328
- 2015 playoff season average ticket price: $317
- 2012 playoff season average ticket price: $331
Winning seasons where the Commanders are playoff contenders can boost average ticket prices by $100 or more per seat versus losing seasons. If the team turns things around under new starting QB Carson Wentz, expect to see a jump in ticket demand and higher prices in coming years.
How to Get Cheapest Commanders Tickets
For fans looking for the most affordable Commanders tickets, here are some tips:
- Buy upper deck corner or end zone seats – These are the cheapest areas and run under $100.
- Avoid prime NFC East games – Tickets against Dallas, New York, and Philadelphia will be expensive.
- Purchase on secondary sites – Sites like StubHub offer low prices on last minute tickets.
- Go to a preseason game – Preseason tickets can start under $20 and let you see the stadium.
- Buy in groups/pairs – Per ticket prices are cheaper when buying two or more together.
Flexibility on the opponent and seating area are the keys to cheaper Commanders tickets. With the team rebuilding, prices are low for their worst home matchups.
Future of Commanders Ticket Prices
What does the future hold for Washington Commanders ticket prices? Here are some factors that could impact prices in coming seasons:
- New stadium plans – The team’s FedExField lease expires in 2027. Potential for a new stadium in DC/VA/MD could boost interest.
- On-field success – If the rebuild gels and they become contenders ticket prices will rise.
- Health of NFC East – Continued downturns by Dallas/New York/Philadelphia could hurt demand for those rivalry games.
- Primetime home games – Schedule shifts with more Sunday/Monday night games tends to increase prices.
While the rebuilding franchise has moderately priced tickets now, the potential is there for major growth in demand and ticket costs once they field a consistent winner. As the defending Super Bowl champions, the rival Eagles have some of the NFL’s priciest tickets now.
If Carson Wentz’s second stint in the NFC East goes well, Washington could take advantage of playing in one of the largest and most passionate NFL markets in the country. The fanbase and demand exists, they just need the on-field product to match it.
Conclusion
Washington Commanders tickets can be purchased right now from the team, season ticket holders, or secondary market resellers. Prices range from as low as $50 on up to $500 or more depending on the opponent and seat location. Prime NFC East division games against the Cowboys, Eagles and Giants remain the hottest tickets year after year.
With the team in a rebuilding mode, average ticket prices have dipped below $250 in recent losing seasons. But history shows when the Commanders put together a playoff contending roster, demand and prices can skyrocket over $300 on average. The excitement of a new brand and identity offers hope that winning days lie ahead.