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LOOK: New owners, legends and other pro sports stars in attendance for Commanders’ win

Commanders Josh Harris Robert Griffin III FedEx FedEx Field Champ Bailey Joel Embiid Joe Theismann John Keim John Riggins

The stars were out for the Washington Commanders’ season-opener against the Arizona Cardinals from FedEx Field. Sunday’s game was dubbed the “Welcome Home” game by Washington’s new owners, as several former players returned to FedEx Field after being alienated from the franchise for years.

However, Sunday wasn’t just about former players, owners, or celebrities. It was mainly about the fans. Washington’s new ownership group has seen what has happened to the fan base over the past 24 years. Heck, three of Washington’s new owners grew up as fans of the franchise.

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If Sunday was any indication of the future, the Commanders should be excited. FedEx Field was sold out — and loud. Until Washington becomes a consistent winner, it won’t be easy to keep opposing fan bases, such as Dallas and Philadelphia, out, but you must start somewhere. And Week 1 was a terrific starting point.

Here are some images and videos of former players and current professional sports stars who attended Sunday’s game.

Champ Bailey

Robert Griffin III

RGIII with Joe Theismann

Joel Embiid

Commanders minority partner Magic Johnson

Kevin Durant

Josh Harris

John Riggins

Charles Mann

Dexter Manley

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