Donald Trump is rejected by the NFL, which blocks his attempt to buy a legendary franchise
In an alternate universe, Donald Trump might be best known not as a former president, but as the man who once owned the New England Patriots.Back in 1988, Trump came surprisingly close to buying the franchise during a time of financial chaos for its then-owners, the Sullivan family. Their gamble on a failed $22 million investment in a Jacksons concert tour had backfired, leaving the Patriots drowning in debt. Fitness Masterclass: Video Shows the Ultimate Six-Pack Routine Step by StepWith ownership scrambling for a lifeline, Trump stepped in and secured exclusive negotiating rights to purchase the team. He even promised to keep the team rooted in New England-a reassurance for local fans and league executives alike.But despite how serious the talks were, the deal never materialized. Not because of money, but because of something far more personal: the NFL didn't […]