Donald Trump’s push to name Northwest stadium after himself sparks fresh controversy as Commanders face leaks and safety concerns

The Washington Commanders are dealing with problems that go far beyond football. After another crushing loss in Week 10, the team is now caught between on-field struggles, a leaky stadium, and controversy surrounding their future $3.7 billion home.

With fans frustrated and national attention on the situation, it has become one of the most talked-about storylines of their season.The Commanders’ 44-22 defeat to the Detroit Lions marked their fifth straight loss and deepened their growing crisis. The performance was sloppy, filled with missed tackles and poor defense. Injuries also piled up, with Ale Kaho and Jonathan Jones both out. Even the presence of President Donald Trump couldn’t lift the mood at Northwest Stadium, where fans voiced their disappointment throughout the game.

Mounting stadium troubles add to Commanders’ growing problems amid Trump's remarks

The real drama, however, began after the final whistle. A video surfaced online showing a leak in the press box at the team’s home stadium. Water dripped steadily from a ceiling vent into a garbage bin placed on a desk, with light fixtures nearby. The clip quickly went viral, sparking safety concerns among fans and media alike. Many pointed out that such conditions could easily lead to a short circuit or even an accident.

Northwest Stadium, which was previously known as FedEx Field, has served as Washington’s home since 1997. The team recently hosted two consecutive games there, yet the problem went unnoticed or unaddressed. Reporters covering the event were left to deal with the leak while continuing their work, raising serious questions about stadium maintenance and safety standards.President Trump recently said he wanted the new stadium to bear his name, a proposal that was met with heavy criticism from many.

The Commanders cannot name the stadium after an individual, and many fans booed Trump during his visit last weekend. While the future stadium faces political pushback, the current one literally has water dripping from its ceiling. With an away game against the Miami Dolphins coming up, Washington’s management has a brief window to address the mess before things get even worse.The situation becomes even more complicated when looking at the team’s next chapter. The Commanders have already secured approval for a $3.7 billion, 65,000-seat dome stadium to be built on the site of the old Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium. Scheduled to open in 2030, the project was meant to symbolize a fresh start. Instead, it has already drawn controversy.More NFL coverage:Bob Iger's ManningCast appearance turns awkward amid ongoing Disney–YouTube TV tensionBehind Saquon Barkley’s Eagles success, his fiancée Anna Congdon’s personal journey takes an inspiring new turn