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Private equity, cold and hungry, is making its way into the NFL The NFL has finally allowed private equity investment in individual teams after resisting institutional capital for years. Only one owner voted against the proposal, concerned about the financial viability of smaller franchises. The NFL will limit private equity investments to 10% per team, … Read more
“Private Equity Investment in the NFL Signifies Tangible Progress” The NFL did not vote on allowing private equity firms to invest in NFL franchises at spring league meetings, but commissioner Roger Goodell stated progress is being made. The league is being deliberate in considering ownership policies and potential private equity investments to provide financial support … Read more
Potential Changes in Team Ownership Structure in the NFL: Is Private Equity on the Horizon? A special committee of NFL owners has been investigating changes to team ownership rules, considering allowing private equity firms to invest in NFL franchises. This move could provide liquidity for majority owners, increase the pool of potential minority owners, and … Read more