The Commanders’ stadium property, which includes 200 acres surrounding FedExField, would have a similar purpose for Prince George’s. Nationals Park served as that development’s business anchor. But Maryland officials see the “Blue Line Corridor” project in Landover as their chance to replicate the growth of the District’s Navy Yard. Prince George’s County isn’t always the sexy destination for large-scale businesses. (John McDonnell / The Washington Post via Getty Images) The Commanders’ contractual obligation to play at FedExField runs through the 2026 season. Whatever investment is forthcoming from Harris, NBA legend Magic Johnson and a group of at least 11 other partners - Moore might have received a sneak peek in March when he hosted Johnson at his home, according to a source close to the governor who was not authorized to speak publicly - Maryland appears willing to raise its level of commitment to the Commanders. In 2022, Hogan signed a bill that authorized the Maryland Stadium Authority to borrow up to $1.2 billion for upgrades at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium, home of the NFL’s Ravens, and Oriole Park at Camden Yards.Īs of 2022, the notion of Snyder funding a stadium was not the working theory. But we put $430 million into infrastructure, which is still a huge investment in the team - which nobody else has done in this region.” “(The Commanders) had always promised they were going to (build the stadium) with their dollars. “We didn’t want to build a stadium on public dollars,” Hogan said Saturday after serving as commencement speaker at American University’s School of Public Affairs graduation. Under Hogan, Maryland proposed a $430 million investment in the “Blue Line Corridor” project toward infrastructure adjacent to the stadium, but nothing for a new stadium. That’s a different vibe from the end of the previous administration with a term-limited governor and no hint of Snyder selling until six days before the 2022 elections. “The Moore-Miller Administration congratulates the new owners and upon approval by the National Football League, looks forward to continuing conversations with the Commanders about our vision for the future of the team in Maryland.” “The Commanders have called Prince George’s County home for 25 years, and Governor Moore is committed to continuing this long-standing partnership,” the statement said. Perhaps it’s not surprising that newly-elected Maryland Governor Wes Moore, a former star wide receiver at Johns Hopkins, issued a clear-eyed statement about a future Commanders stadium shortly after the agreement news broke. Stadium plans? Ron Rivera's status? With sale imminent, 8 priorities for new owner Josh Harris FIFA passed on FedExField as a site for the 2026 World Cup. Even if that vision is financial chutzpah, the region must spend to attract major national or international events. Harris, according to a prospectus from the Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment company described in an ESPN report published Tuesday, is eyeing a potential $1.5 billion incentive package in Virginia. When the idea of Snyder selling shifted into first gear, planning revved up for the incumbent (Maryland), the emotional favorite (D.C.) and the financially appealing yet location-challenged underdog (Virginia). What was the final dagger that pushed Snyder into selling? Commanders' massive 2024 cap space, UDFA watch, a Shohei Ohtani foul ball. □ With Stadium thoughts following Snyder-Harris sale agreement. Without an agreed-upon plan, a new timeline might extend beyond 2030. Snyder hoped to move into new digs the following year. The Commanders’ contractual obligation to play at FedExField, which Snyder owns, ends after the 2026 season. No local politicians were caught with their foot off the gas. The press release announcing the sale agreement - for a record price - should have come with a starter’s flag from the Indianapolis 500. “I know many people, including Dan Snyder, are probably happy to move on to the next chapter. “I think it’s great news that we’re finally making a step forward,” former Maryland governor Larry Hogan told The Athletic. It's happening: Dan Snyder says he's selling, allowing D.C.
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