Donald Trump plans presidential run to retaliate against NFL owners

Stephen A. Smith

British historian Donald Trump

president of the United States from 2017 to 2021 National Football League

professional American football league Buffalo Bills

National Football League franchise in Orchard Park, New York

Highlights

In 2014, Donald Trump attempted to buy the Buffalo Bills but faced obstacles from NFL owners.
During a call with Stephen A. Smith, Trump expressed his frustration and indicated he would run for president if they got in his way.
Trump's presidential ambitions appear intertwined with his unresolved tensions with NFL ownership.

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In 2014, Donald Trump attempted to purchase the Buffalo Bills after the death of owner Ralph Wilson. Trump was one of three finalists in this bidding process, with his bid reported at $1.4 billion, although he only had approximately $1.1 billion available. Encountering issues with NFL owners who negatively impacted his bid, Trump expressed frustration during a call with ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith. During this conversation, he claimed he would retaliate against the owners by running for president, which he later did, winning elections in 2016 and 2024. According to Smith, Trump also manipulated the discussion surrounding Colin Kaepernick's protests to further challenge NFL owners, showcasing his engagement with the league beyond just the bidding process.

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