Jeff Bezos bid for NFL's Washington Commanders with Jay-Z

Jeff Bezos is considering making a bid for the NFL's Washington Commanders, possibly with investment from music tycoon Jay-Z.

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Dan and Tanya Snyder claimed they're considering selling the Commanders after renewed demands to stand down.

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If Bezos, 58, entered the Commanders competition with his $115 billion cash, other bids would struggle.

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According to ESPN, Snyder's financial malfeasance is also under federal criminal investigation.

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Bezos lives close to the Commanders stadium in Maryland in Washington, D.C.

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It has been widely rumored that Jeff Bezos wants to purchase a sports franchise.

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Shaquille O'Neal said Bezos "scared" him away from bidding for the Phoenix Suns, another controversial team.

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Media billionaire Byron Allen is one of the other prospective bidders for the Commanders.

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Allen was reportedly contacted to acquire the Denver Broncos, which the Walton family bought.

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Mat Ishbia, who tried to buy the Denver Broncos, may offer for the Washington Commanders.

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