Despite a strong fan base and enthusiastic support, Snyder’s tenure was plagued with scandals and investigations, leading him to agree to sell the team for a record-breaking $6 billion in 2022. A rocky startEarly in Snyder’s tenure, he tried to build a championship team by signing future Hall of Famers, defensive end Bruce Smith and cornerback Deion Sanders, to lucrative contracts. Penalties and lawsuitsDuring Snyder’s tenure, the team was penalized for violating league rules, including overspending on player contracts during the 2010 season. The team secured legal victories while team employees faced allegations of sexual harassment, leading to a $10 million penalty and Snyder’s wife taking over day-to-day team operations. An August 2021 report detailed additional sexual harassment claims, further marred by leaked emails revealing racist and misogynistic comments from a former NFL coach.

Source: New York Times April 14, 2023 17:49 UTC