The NFL has been riddled with controversies that have absolutely nothing to do with the sport. With a league that is driven by profit, there have been dire accusations against owners partaking in illegal activities for the sake of gain. The possibility of NFL owners acting out of their greed isn’t totally unbelievable as the amounts of money they handle are massive. However, this time, the allegations against Daniel Snyder are of another level altogether. The allegations against the Washington Commanders owner, Daniel Snyder aren’t about just something as trivial as money. They’re about basic human decency.
He has been under investigation by the league for more than just one shameful allegation. However, he recently made a decision that shook the NFL world. Furthermore, one of his older takes came to light that highlighted the cruel irony of his refusal.
The irony behind the past statements of Daniel Snyder
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As of now, Snyder is being investigated for his financial wrongdoings as well as allegations of sexual misconduct. However, Snyder himself has refused to take part in any investigations that might try to uncover the truth. He has refused to be interviewed by Mary Jo White as she is conducting the investigation into the Commanders.
BREAKING NEWS: There appears to be a double standard for NFL team owners.
In Deflategate, Commissioner Goodell stressed that “the ability to conduct an investigation—whether by NFL staff or by independent parties retained by the NFL—ultimately depends on cooperation.” https://t.co/hvvZiYC6U4 pic.twitter.com/16k8tbc202
— Daniel Wallach (@WALLACHLEGAL) March 27, 2023
Interestingly, when the incident Deflategate had taken place, the NFL had stated very sternly that teams must cooperate when an investigation takes place. Even though the amount of cooperation that takes place is based on the discretion of the organization, the league itself is liable to pose sanctions if a team doesn’t comply.
Furthermore, this was something all NFL owners had agreed to when Brady and the Patriots were under investigation for Deflategate. However, in the case of Snyder, the NFL hasn’t yet said anything about sanctions on him or the Commanders.
Furthermore, fans took to Twitter to comment on the supposed double standards the NFL is seemingly propagating while being involved in the Snyder allegations.
Fans react to the NFL’s double standards
NFL fans have gone on to absolute riot against the recent developments in Snyer’s investigations. One fan just exclaimed their disbelief sarcastically.
Well, imagine that!
— Stewart Small (@StewartSmall20) March 27, 2023
Furthermore, there were fans who mentioned the true reason behind the NFL’s lax rules against Snyder.
The difference is the NFL owners pay the commissioner.
— Joel from Hull (@joelshapiro20) March 27, 2023
There were also some snide comments against the unfair way the NFL owners get to function.
rich man invokes the "fuck you i'm rich" clause in American reality that absolves them from any crime
I'd complain but the Supreme Court upheld it 6-3 so whaddayagonna do
— Sledge Johns (@SledgeJohns) March 27, 2023
There were also some hilarious comments about the NFL owners running the league.
The NFL: "We need to investigate you."
NFL Team: "No."
The NFL: "Oh well, we gave it our best shot. Alright, lets wrap it up boys!"— TrippWraze (@TWraze) March 27, 2023
Finally, fans criticized Goodwell for his behavior with the owners.
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Rules and league 'law' don't apply to billionaire owners. Goodell is their patsy and the legalese is a smokescreen to cover up that they do what they want to whomever they want.
— Brian Heslin (@bhesenergy) March 27, 2023
Fans were not very impressed with the way the league is being lax with Snyder’s investigation. Ironically, the allegations against the Patriots and Brady were even more prolonged and seriously taken as compared to the severe allegations against Snyder.
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As the league hasn’t taken any actions against Snyder yet, he might be able to escape these allegations without so much as even an investigation. It only remains to be seen if the league takes any actions to uncover the truth.
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