Major Tuddy is the Washington Commanders’ new mascot.
The Washington Commanders revealed a new mascot Sunday: a 6-foot, 5-inch tall hog named Major Tuddy.
Major Tuddy — who’s from “Upper Marlboaro” — is instantly recognizable for his snout, large belly and hooves. He wears a hard hat helmet — either burgundy or silver — that looks like headwear worn by actual military commanders.
His first name, Major, also harkens back to the D.C. area's military ties, while Tuddy is football slang for a touchdown, the team said.
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“When he’s not on duty, he loves lifting weights and rolling around in the mud. If you see him, be sure to give him a hoof bump,” the Commanders said in a fact sheet.
Major Tuddy pays homage to the team’s history — his name harkens back to the team’s storied offensive line from the 1980s and 1990s.
