Ever since Daniel Snyder obtained team ownership in 1999, the Washington football franchise has been shaky to say the least. Not only does their record reflect so with the 156 wins verses 212 losses in that time, but they have not advanced past the divisional round since he took over. The newly named Commanders have only made the playoffs and recorded a winning record a total of five times in his tenure. Ten different head coaches have been brought in over that 21 year span as well. Many now wonder if Snyder is on his way out.
Problems usually start from the top down
Snyder himself has been accused by fans of dampening their expectations on game days. Prices for tickets, parking, and tailgating have all been made steeper than the average football fan can afford. Season tickets became too expensive for many previous holders to maintain, turning some to lawsuits and relinquishment. Discontentment among those involved in the orginization doesn’t come close to stopping there. Seperate allegations surrounding Snyder are almost immeasurable.
Whether it has been the accusations of encouraging sexual harassment toward female subordinates or the lack off attention to racial and environmental issues, Snyder has been linked to nearly every concern. According to The Washington Post, incidents such as these have been going on since 2006. Investigations into Washington’s workplace misconduct have led to the conclusion that such indecencies have become the norm there.
Will Snyder be sent packing?
A recent testimony given by Snyder on July 28th to the United States House Committee on Oversight and Reform didn’t reveal much, as he was allowed to decline answering any questions he didn’t want to. The deposition lasted 11 hours, which makes everyone curious about just how many queries and inquiries were brought up during that time? In order to ensure any further responses from Snyder, a subpoena must be issued by the committee. This has been difficult to accomplish as Snyder has been out of the country before and after the deposition. For the time being, the owner is in the clear until more information can be uncovered. In the meantime, the Commanders’ players and coaching staff look to keep building upon a disappointing season last year.
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