awd_sr Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 We all know that FedEx field has come a long way since its first season, but it doesn't come close to having an identity like RFK had. I was thinking, why dont they paint those 20's burgundy and gold, like they did at RFK? It may not be much, but that was part of what made that Skins territory... And while you are at it, redo the seats and throw some shocks on there or something, RFK used to rock... :dallasuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rd Generation Die Hard Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 yes, i loved how we used to do that with the 20s! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFKFedEx Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 Ya, I remember those in the 80s, but I think they were scrapped by the 90s. I hate Notre Dame, but I love the fact that their field has no logos, colors or advertisements. The endzones are just slanted chalk lines. Very original and old school. ND even struck down a proposal to ring the top of the stadium w/luxury suites and/or a jumbotron, citing that it would alter the historic look. Not to mention putting a damper the college atmosphere. I know that this is unrealistic in the pros, by I give props to ND b/c of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRMADD Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 Did the NFL outlaw (or at least standardize) that kind of stuff? I can't remember, but I think that's true... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d0ublestr0ker0ll Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 I'd like to see an overhang around Fed Ex just like RFK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afparent Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 I'd like to see an overhang around Fed Ex just like RFK. Exactly...that is what made 56,000 people sound like 100,000, the noise bounced right back onto the field!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFKFedEx Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 Did the NFL outlaw (or at least standardize) that kind of stuff? I can't remember, but I think that's true... I believe that the league has agreed to keep ads off of the field and unis, but I think painted logos are up to the individual clubs. Not sure about the 20 yardline colors. BTW: The Ravens logo is way oversized. Looks like a college bowl game @ M&T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hokie_Skinz Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 I believe that this is out of the hands of Snyder and the Redskins. I do believe the NFL dictates some sort of standardization on this matter. I really do with the lower section of FedEx was made of metal bleachers. It would drastically increase the acoustics and they would bounce like RFK did. Oh well, DC United games are still fun on those metal bleacher...until the new stadium is built :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirtyfive2seven Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 I miss the regular season. good lord, will the draft hurry up and get here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFKFedEx Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 I believe that this is out of the hands of Snyder and the Redskins. I do believe the NFL dictates some sort of standardization on this matter. I really do with the lower section of FedEx was made of metal bleachers. It would drastically increase the acoustics and they would bounce like RFK did. Oh well, DC United games are still fun on those metal bleacher...until the new stadium is built :mad: The entire upper deck of the Investsco (Denver Broncos) is on sheet steel. Loud as hell for stomping, shaking and gyrating. Much like the Cave at FedEx or the LL, visitors side of RFK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Om Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 We all know that FedEx field has come a long way since its first season, but it doesn't come close to having an identity like RFK had. I was thinking, why dont they paint those 20's burgundy and gold, like they did at RFK? It may not be much, but that was part of what made that Skins territory...And while you are at it, redo the seats and throw some shocks on there or something, RFK used to rock... Couldn't picture that for some reason, or find an example via Google. Did find several like this ... Anyone have any pics or vids that show the 20's painted? We're talking hallowed ground here. Let's get this right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Om Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 Oh wait. You don't mean the numerals, you mean a burgundy and gold stripe on either side of the actual yard line, right? Never mind me. That part of my brain slept in today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFKFedEx Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 Sweet Pic OM. 1994 by the centerfield "75" anni logo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kramdizzle Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 found this image on google. This historic picture alone should get my posting privileges back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roqnap1 Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 Doesn't Dallass still get away with outlining their field numbers? I can't think of anyone else that does this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFKFedEx Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 Sometimes at Nats games, I'll go up to our old seats in section 507 just to daydream about the days of yore and anticipate new glory as another season in RalJon approaches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellis Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 I was just at the Shamrock Fest last weekend in the RFK Parking Lot. Looking at the old stadium rusting away was almost depressing. Pretty much every local band that was there gave shoutouts to the Skins 3 super bowls that day. Redskins cheerleaders were at the Festival and they came on stage of r some band who was doing a rocked out version of "Hail To The Redskins". Awesome Day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awd_sr Posted March 20, 2007 Author Share Posted March 20, 2007 yep, thats it, the actual yard line had burgandy and gold on each side, gave the field a more "home-y" look and feel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passizle Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 I'd like to see an overhang around Fed Ex just like RFK. True, no over hangs. But if you stick around long enough on particular sundays in the fall, you will see planty of hang overs. (insert drum roll here) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 found this image on google. This historic picture alone should get my posting privileges back Great Find. I loved the B & G 20 yard lines. :applause: You have my vote for be taken out of NNT (as long as you don't start CJ or CP threads). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel70ChipOnWhite Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 found this image on google. This historic picture alone should get my posting privileges back That picture alone just gave me chills. God i wish we were still there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallMeGreen Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 found this image on google. This historic picture alone should get my posting privileges back Great find kramdizzle! You have my non-counting vote for return of privs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OVCChairman Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 I miss the regular season. good lord, will the draft hurry up and get here! :applause: cheers to that my friend..... and i wish we would have a little color on the field, it would add a unique look to it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyTeamCanBuyYours Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 heres a great view of the sound barriers and overall stadium... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFKFedEx Posted March 20, 2007 Share Posted March 20, 2007 That pic of Kramdizzle's was shot during the player intros. I can tell by the formation of the cheerleaders and the number of empty seats several minutes b/f kickoff. There was an intro thread going around here today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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