NFL fines Dan Snyder $60 million, releases finding of Commanders investigation following sale of team

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Former Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder was punished by the NFL on his way out the door.

Moments after the NFL announced the sale of the Commanders to the Josh Harris-led group, the league announced findings from its 17-month investigation into Snyder and said he will be fined $60 million.

The NFL said Tiffani Johnson's allegations of Snyder putting his hand on her thigh without her consent and pushing her toward the back of a car seat in an effort to have her join him after a dinner were substantiated. 

The league said the same about allegations of the club intentionally shielding and withholding approximately $11 million in shareable NFL revenues.

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Team co-owner Dan Snyder speaks during the announcement of the Washington Football Team's name change to the Washington Commanders at FedEx Field Feb. 2, 2022, in Landover, Md.   (Rob Carr/Getty Images)

The league also said Snyder and the club "failed to cooperate" during the investigation, which contributed to the investigation taking longer and the NFL being unable to determine how much revenue was shielded. The extent of Snyder's knowledge and participation in the financial maneuvers — the $11 million — was all that was identified.

"The conduct substantiated in Ms. White's findings has no place in the NFL," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. "We strive for workplaces that are safe, respectful and professional. What Ms. Johnston experienced is inappropriate and contrary to the NFL's values." 

The fine also stems from "all outstanding matters," the commissioner said. 

Snyder had been under fire in recent years and faced