He also tells me "not to tell anyone" and I always immediately let ES know.
It makes sense, because we don't really have many options for new throwbacks this year.
I like Dan Snyder, and those that don't, can agree that he isn't letting an 85th anniversary go without new jerseys to be worn/sold.
That uniform technically could wear three different helmets. Yellow "R", Spear and current. With the NFL rules not allowing different helmets, I think it's safe to say that the current helmet, and the current pants (both which are not sold to fans) doesn't matter at a marketing stand point.
However, a fourth throw back jersey to be sold since 2002, certainly can be a successful selling item in the Redskins owned stores.
Don't ask yourself, why would this be the 85th anniversary throwback jersey?
Ask yourself, why wouldn't it be?