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Josh Harris and a group of investors, including Mitchell Rales and Magic Johnson, have purchased the Washington Commanders for a record-breaking $6.05 billion. The sale is subject to approval from the NFL, and Dan Snyder, the Commanders' longtime owner, has yet to comment. The new ownership group is expected to bring fresh ideas and energy to the team.
The National Football League (NFL) is facing an investigation from the attorneys general of New York and California over possible violations of pay equity and anti-discrimination laws. Subpoenas have been issued to NFL executives as part of an examination into the workplace culture, following a lawsuit filed by former NFL director Jennifer Love. The NFL has said it takes allegations of workplace discrimination seriously and has a zero-tolerance policy, but the investigation is ongoing and the attorneys general have not yet released any findings.
Rep. Colin Allred, a former NFL linebacker and civil rights lawyer, has announced his candidacy for the 2024 Senate election against Republican incumbent Ted Cruz. In his announcement video, Allred highlighted his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol and his bipartisan record on issues such as veterans' rights, trade with Mexico, and the CHIPS Act. His candidacy has already generated excitement among Democrats in Texas, with endorsements from prominent figures such as Beto O'Rourke.
Henry Ruggs III, former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver, has agreed to plead guilty to a felony count of DUI resulting in death and misdemeanor manslaughter in a 2021 high-speed crash that killed a 43-year-old mother of four. Ruggs was driving a Corvette at 156 mph with twice the legal limit of alcohol in his system. The plea deal is still pending approval from a judge and carries a sentence of three to 10 years in prison.
After 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers, four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers has been traded to the New York Jets, who are hoping he will be the missing piece to their puzzle and help them make a deep playoff run. The trade includes a guaranteed $59,465,000 a season, along with a bonus, and three draft picks.
Five NFL players have been suspended for violating the league's gambling policy, with three suspended indefinitely and two suspended for six games. The policy prohibits all team personnel from betting on any NFL activities or other sports while on a team's payroll. The suspensions are part of the NFL's commitment to maintaining the integrity of the game and protecting the public's confidence in the league, and the NFL will continue to monitor the situation and take appropriate action if any other violations are found.
The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to a five-year, $255 million contract extension with quarterback Jalen Hurts, making him the highest-paid player in NFL history. The deal includes a no-trade clause and $179.304 million in guaranteed money. Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie praised Hurts' passion for the game, and the 24-year-old is now the Eagles' quarterback of the future.