While the Redskins continued run of mediocrity on the field might be causing a lull in fan enthusiasm, there is one off-field move that could dramatically boost excitement.

What is it? Get the team back to RFK Stadium.

Washington played its football at the venerable Washington, D.C., stadium for decades, and it was the site of the team's best seasons.

When the Redskins were winning Super Bowls and hosting playoff games, RFK Stadium was the home field. Fans loved it, and the unique architecture allowed for a true home-field advantage.

Since 1997, the team has played at FedEx Field, a quickly constructed concrete bowl in Landover, Maryland. On its own, FedEx Field isn't that bad, but it's certainly not great.

RFK was.

Now, the Redskins are openly talking about their next home after their lease expires at FedEx Field in 2027. Politicians in Maryland, Virginia and D.C. have talked about wanting the team, but all of a sudden, it seems like a return to the District might have real momentum.

The Washington Post reported that the Redskins organization is working with D.C. officials, the Trump administration and Congressional Republicans to "insert a stadium provision into the massive spending bill that the Republican-controlled Congress is rushing to complete this month."

The story explains that the provision would not guarantee a stadium gets built, but would make the process easier and might allow for sidestepping some public debate.

Additionally, the story reveals that Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has moved forward with exploring a new stadium site adjacent to the MGM National Harbor site on the banks of the Potomac River in Oxon Hill, Md. Sources have told NBC Sports Washington that the Redskins might be able to get out of their current lease at FedEx Field earlier than 2027 if they build a new stadium in the same county.

Further, for years former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe actively courted the Redskins and publicly talked about getting a new stadium built for the team in the Commonwealth. The Post story indicates that new Virginia Governor Ralph Northam is less "feverish" in his pursuit of a new stadium, particularly after Amazon announced its plans for "HQ2" in Arlington.

It's been a rough month for Redskins fans.

Alex Smith got hurt, and it's quite serious. Colt McCoy got hurt, and while it isn't as serious, it basically ended the Redskins 2018 playoff chase. The team also added a highly controversial player in linebacker Reuben Foster.

Redskins fans can use some good news. And while there is no actual news on a new stadium, even the hint of a return to RFK will be greeted with a smile from fans of the Burgundy and Gold.

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