Looks like the former Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder isn't happy with the team's recent success as they are just one win away from the Super Bowl LIX. Washington Commanders will face the Philadelphia Eagles in the upcoming NFC Championship game on Sunday, January 26. According to the people close to Dan Snyder, they feel it's a jealousy factor that has kicked in 19 months after being ousted from the National Football League (NFL).
Dan Snyder unhappy with Washington Commanders recent success
Dan Snyder was the former owner of the Washington Commanders, who bought the team back in 1999. Under pressure from NFL owners, the Commanders deal moved forward, and Snyder did everything possible to prevent it and find ways to maintain control of his team. He even falsely claimed that he had overcome his alcohol addiction. The sale went through in 2023 for a record $6.05 billion.
Dan Snyder was even hit with a record $60 million fine by the league itself on allegations of promoting a hostile workplace and sexual harassment. As the deal was nearing its end, Snyder was furious that the fine reduced the money he would get and nearly called off the deal. Snyder reportedly said, 'I don't want to do this' but eventually gave in and went ahead with the sale.
Washington Commanders flourishing in the new ownership
Under the new ownership and management, Washington Commanders see themselves one win away from the Super Bowl LIX and will feature in the NFC Championship game against the Philadelphia Eagles. First-year general manager Adam Peters, head coach Dan Quinn and rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels have sparked their magic and transformed the team.
The NFC Championship appearance has brought back life into the Commander's fanbase and even the former employees who had a tough time when Snyder was the owner shared their views on the team's newfound success.
Many believe that the change in the Commander's fortune was a mere change in the leadership and vision. Melanie Coburn, a former cheerleader for the team said 'karma is real' and spoke against the toxic work culture Snyder had during his tenure. The recent success of the Commanders proves that it was Dan Snyder who was holding back the franchise.