According to a report from Sportico, the Glazer family, owners of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, recently rejected a record-setting offer to sell the franchise. This revelation comes as a surprise, as there had been no prior indications of a potential sale.
The report states that the Buccaneers turned down a bid exceeding the $6.05 billion that a group led by Josh Harris paid for the Washington Commanders last year. If accepted, this deal would have set a new record for the sale of an NFL team and for the control sale of a sports franchise globally.
The Glazer family, owners of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, were approached with an unsolicited offer to sell the franchise. According to the report, the proposal was for a price above the $6.05 billion that the Washington Commanders were sold for last year, which would have set a new record for the sale of an NFL team and a global record for the control sale of a sports franchise.
The Buccaneers’ organization has seen the greatest value increase of any NFL team since Sportico began their valuations in 2020. Once considered perennial losers, the Bucs have won two Super Bowls in the past 25 years, while the Dallas Cowboys, despite their “America’s Team” status, have not won a Super Bowl since 1996.
The Glazers’ rejection of this record-setting offer demonstrates their commitment to continuing the Buccaneers’ recent success. While the family has faced criticism from some fans, especially for their ownership of Manchester United, this decision has likely earned them some goodwill from the Tampa Bay fanbase.
The Buccaneers’ increased value and success under the Glazers’ ownership is no coincidence. The family has made strategic moves, such as signing Tom Brady, that have paid off with a Super Bowl LV victory in their home stadium[1][3]. This championship run has reignited excitement around the franchise.
Despite the unsolicited nature of the offer, the Glazers were willing to discuss the franchise’s business and financial results with the potential buyer[1]. This openness suggests the family may be open to future offers, but for now, they appear dedicated to keeping the Buccaneers in their ownership.
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