NFL owners unanimously approve sale of Commanders to Harris group

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The NFL owners have unanimously approved the sale of the Washington Commanders to a group led by Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils owner Josh Harris, officially ending Dan Snyder’s more than two decade-long run as team owner.

"Congratulations to Josh Harris and his impressive group of partners. Josh will be a great addition to the NFL. He has a remarkable record in business, sports, and in his communities. The diverse group that Josh has put together is outstanding for its business acumen and strong Washington ties and we welcome them to the NFL as well," NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement. 

"I met Josh several years ago, prior to his acquisition of an interest in the Steelers and have been fortunate to get to know him better over the past few months. I know he has a commitment to winning on the field, but also to running an organization that everyone will be proud of -- and to making positive contributions in the community."

Both sides released a joint statement in May announcing the deal, which had previously been agreed on a month earlier. Sources told The Associated Press at the time that Harris agreed to purchase the team for a record $6.05 billion – the largest price tag paid for a North American professional sports team. 

Philadelphia 76ers Owner, Josh Harris speaks during a press conference on July 12, 2019 at the Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex in Camden, New Jersey.  (Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

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"We are very pleased to have reached an agreement for the sale of the Commanders