Dan Snyder's controversies: Ranking the 5 most embarrassing scandals that will forever taint Washington Commanders owner

Dan Snyder bought the Washington Commanders in 1999. Since then, he has found himself in the middle of many controversies, all self-inflicted, of course. Recently, the Washington Post reported that the Commanders are losing their fan base, with just about 15% of the community stating that they are fans of the team.

The owner will probably be selling the NFL franchise in just a few weeks, in order to avoid being ousted. Ahead of this, let's take a look back at some of the most embarrassing scandals that the Commanders and its owner have been a part of.

Michael Coleman

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Lots of transient types in the region, but still - ouch.

Support for the team..." has plummeted across the region; 15 percent of Washington-area residents now call the Commanders their favorite professional sports team."

Also, it's Dan Snyder's fault.

washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/03…

Lots of transient types in the region, but still - ouch.

Support for the team..." has plummeted across the region; 15 percent of Washington-area residents now call the Commanders their favorite professional sports team."

Also, it's Dan Snyder's fault.

washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/03…

5 times Dan Snyder embarrassed himself and the Washington Commanders

#1 Refusal to change the team name

For many years, Snyder refused to listen to critics who said the name Washington Redskins was offensive. As other teams throughout professional sports changed their names to avoid offending Native Americans, Washington refused to change their ways.

That was until 2020, when some of the team's biggest sponsors, FedEx and Nike strongly encouraged the name change. The team was simply known as "The Washington Football Team" for two seasons while deciding on a name. In 2022, they were officially given the Washington Commanders moniker.

Front Office Sports

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Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder covered up decades of sexual misconduct, intimidated witnesses, and obstructed investigations, according to a new Congressional report on the team.

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Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder covered up decades of sexual misconduct, intimidated witnesses, and obstructed investigations, according to a new Congressional report on the team. https://t.co/P2LT1tIsrN

#2 Sexual harrassment allegations

One of the most serious accusations made against Snyder and the Commanders organization was allegations of sexual harassment. According to former employees of the franchise, the owner allowed his employees to work in toxic environment. He was accused of inappropriate behavior, as well. Several employees in the team's front office were fired due to the allegations.

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