Bob Costas on Redskins: ‘It’s an Insult, a Slur, No Matter how Benign the Present-Day Intent’

COSTAS: "But think for a moment about the term Redskins. How it truly differs from all the others. Ask yourself, What the equivalent would be if directed toward African-Americans, Hispanics, Asians, or members of any other ethnic group. when considered that way, Redskins can't possibly honor a heritage or a noble character trait. Nor can it possibly be considered a neutral term. It's an insult, a slur, no matter how benign the present day intent. For a long time now and certainly in 2013 no offense has been intended. But if you take a step back, isn't it clear to see how offense might legitimately might be taken. For more on this topic, including Daniel Snyder's take, you can go to NBCSports.com/nickname. And with the score --"