The NFL world was buzzing Friday afternoon around the end of the day when NFL insider Ian Rapoport sent out the following tweet:
The #Commanders and Josh Harris have a deal. pic.twitter.com/ct4TbE5Vb2
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 12, 2023
Josh Harris had reached a deal with Dan and Tanya Snyder to buy the Washington Commanders. The two sides agreed to a deal in principle last month, but this one is signed and binding. The only thing keeping Harris and his group from becoming the next owners of the Commanders is a vote by the other NFL owners. Harris needs 24 votes to confirm his ownership, and, as expected, that will not be a problem.
One of Harris’ partners, NBA legend and successful businessman Earvin “Magic” Johnson, released a statement.
I could not be more excited to be a partner in the proposed new ownership group for the Washington Commanders. Josh Harris has assembled an amazing group who share a commitment to not only doing great things on the field but to making a real impact in the DMV community. I’m so…
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) May 12, 2023
Washington fans were fired up. Not only because of Snyder selling the team, but Magic Johnson is a beloved figure, and he’s also experienced success with pro sports ownership, as has Harris.
