It’s no secret that FedEx Field isn’t exactly a home-field advantage for the Washington Commanders. Things are so bad that star players have purchased tickets and given them away on social media to encourage Washington fans to support the team.
Don’t blame the fans. Don’t blame the players. We know everything wrong with FedEx Field and all the issues surrounding outgoing owner Daniel Snyder. Washington’s home decline over the past 15 years is startling.
However, there is hope on the way. The NFL will vote on Snyder’s sale to Josh Harris at a special league meeting on July 20. Shortly thereafter, Harris and his group will take over the day-to-day operations of the Commanders.
Players are excited, believing a change is good. Running back Antonio Gibson recently hinted on social media that he hoped Washington fans packed FedEx Field in 2023.
One problem is opposing fans have often outnumbered Washington fans in recent years. Another issue is the NFL resale market. Could that change in 2023 with the excitement surrounding new ownership?
According to TicketSmarter, the average resale price of Commanders tickets is $280, up from $182 in 2022. While that seems like a pretty steep increase, Washington’s tickets were the 11th cheapest on the NFL resale market.
Will Washington fans return to FedEx Field to support the Commanders in 2023? There is a new energy around the team that new ownership hopes follow them into the season.