DallasBillsFan1 Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 I listen to Sirius XM NFL. On Moving The Chains today with Pat Kirwin and Jim Miller they discussed the sale of the Commanders. Then the topic turned to potenital sale of other teams and Pat Kirwin mentioned Seattle and BUFFALO. WHAT? Kirwin said he heard of that possibility. Maybe it's a wild rumor but this is the first I've heard anything like this. It's only been 7 years since the Pegula's purchased the Bills. The only thing that I could think that would prompt Mr. Pegula to sell the team of was the health of Kim Pegula ... but I am speculating. Has anyone else heard of this? Assuming there is any truth to this, what assurances does the county have that the new owner would keep the Bills in WNY (for new stadium)? 1 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo03 Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 1 minute ago, DallasBillsFan1 said: I listen to Sirius XM NFL. On Moving The Chains today with Pat Kirwin and Jim Miller they discussed the sale of the Commanders. Then the topic turned to potenital sale of other teams and Pat Kirwin mentioned Seattle and BUFFALO. WHAT? Kirwin said he heard of that possibility. Maybe it's a wild rumor but this is the first I've heard anything like this. It's only been 7 years since the Pegula's purchased the Bills. The only thing that I could think that would prompt Mr. Pegula to sell the team of was the health of Kim Pegula ... but I am speculating. Has anyone else heard of this? Assuming there is any truth to this, what assurances does the county have that the new owner would keep the Bills in WNY (for new stadium)? We're not going anywhere. Relax 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJB Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 (edited) Damn we moving to Toronto again?!?!?! 😢 Ralph is cheap!!!! Edited April 17, 2023 by DJB 1 8 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 I don’t know if you’ve heard but a new stadium is in the works. That wouldn’t be happening with ownership up in the air. 3 11 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrivefourfive Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 You know, if Mrs. Pegula isn’t doing well and things continue on that path, there is going to be a lot of pain in the building for Mr. Pegula to endure. I could see good reason for him selling. He expected her to bury him, not the other way around. Devastating for their family. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEpsYtown Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 Somebody lock up Bon Jovi! 3 1 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie2times Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 It's odd you posted this as the thought crossed my mind recently. I was hoping somebody who is more researched on the subject could speak to it. The thought was surrounding Terry's age and Kim's health and what if Terry just wanted to move on. I wasn't sure how the new stadium played a part. What our agreement is. Obviously the OP's post seems far fetched on the surface, but who knows. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Day 10 Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 I would doubt it. Would be really weird timing with the new stadium. Also, Jesse's words in the players tribune certainly sounded like her long term career was going to be management of this franchise. 2 4 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDIGGZ Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 As per the new stadium lease, I do believe the new owner would be able to move the team without penalty in the year 2055. If there is NFL football still going on by then I'll eat my hat 2 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aristocrat Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 I’m going to submit a bid that he finances the purchase for me. I’ll never move the team 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 14 minutes ago, DallasBillsFan1 said: I listen to Sirius XM NFL. On Moving The Chains today with Pat Kirwin and Jim Miller they discussed the sale of the Commanders. Then the topic turned to potenital sale of other teams and Pat Kirwin mentioned Seattle and BUFFALO. WHAT? Kirwin said he heard of that possibility. Maybe it's a wild rumor but this is the first I've heard anything like this. It's only been 7 years since the Pegula's purchased the Bills. The only thing that I could think that would prompt Mr. Pegula to sell the team of was the health of Kim Pegula ... but I am speculating. Has anyone else heard of this? Assuming there is any truth to this, what assurances does the county have that the new owner would keep the Bills in WNY (for new stadium)? I am of the opinion that the only reason of this "speculation" is Kim's health. I would like to mention that these guys don't know Terry Pegula the way Bills fans do. Terry is an emotional guy. He would NEVER sell the Bills while Kim was alive. I would go so far as to say he wouldn't even if "god forbid" the worse happened. He would honor her memory. Terry may not work the day to day, but he would hire someone to do it if it was too painful for him. I firmly believe this. 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrbojanglezs Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 Well Kim probably was in the succession plans considering she is almost 20 years younger than Terry, that plan is probably out the window. So it's possible we should be moderately concerned about longevity of the franchise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 2 minutes ago, May Day 10 said: I would doubt it. Would be really weird timing with the new stadium. Also, Jesse's words in the players tribune certainly sounded like her long term career was going to be management of this franchise. I like her, based upon what little I know of her. I’d be down for that assuming she has adequate guidance, then gets out of the way as her parents have done. This sounds like wild speculation, but I can see how they got to that point. I’m good with at least one more stadium worth of Bills in WNY, then it is probably not going to be an earthly concern for me any more. Let’s break ground! 5 minutes ago, aristocrat said: I’m going to submit a bid that he finances the purchase for me. I’ll never move the team I think you are going to need at least a .00000000001% down payment, and a solid credit score. Maybe @HOUSE can help you? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Boo Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 That's weird. Just yesterday I was wondering if this could be a possibility. If Terry were to make the move, I'd totally get it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 Perfect time to go "ALL IN"!! Give Dhop that upfront money for his salary. They can recoup it with the sell price. Get us a SB win on the way out 😎 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extrahammer Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 Damn, Josh breaks up with a girl and next thing you know the Bills are selling the team. 1 11 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whites Bay Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 3 minutes ago, Augie said: This sounds like wild speculation, but I can see how they got to that point. I’m good with at least one more stadium worth of Bills in WNY, then it is probably not going to be an earthly concern for me any more. Let’s break ground! I'm in agreement with this. This will be my kids' problem. But now that the state and county and league are involved, the project starts to gain a momentum of its own, and gets a lot harder to stop. Related thought - I wonder if the thought crosses the minds of the pundits and prognosticators who put this stuff out in the first place. "Hey, wanna spin 'em up in Buffalo? Let's pass along THIS gem." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 5 minutes ago, Augie said: I like her, based upon what little I know of her. I’d be down for that assuming she has adequate guidance, then gets out of the way as her parents have done. This sounds like wild speculation, but I can see how they got to that point. I’m good with at least one more stadium worth of Bills in WNY, then it is probably not going to be an earthly concern for me any more. Let’s break ground! I think you are going to need at least a .00000000001% down payment, and a solid credit score. Maybe @HOUSE can help you? After I buy a new ashtray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draconator Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 5 minutes ago, Whites Bay said: Related thought - I wonder if the thought crosses the minds of the pundits and prognosticators who put this stuff out in the first place. "Hey, wanna spin 'em up in Buffalo? Let's pass along THIS gem." End thread 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 1 minute ago, HOUSE said: After I buy a new ashtray Quit with the new ashtray, already! You can survive with a USED ashtray if it helps keep the Bills in WNY. Be a TEAM player! 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QCity Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 2 minutes ago, Augie said: Quit with the new ashtray, already! You can survive with a USED ashtray if it helps keep the Bills in WNY. Be a TEAM player! Did I tell you about my coffee pot ? Big crack in the glass pot, leaks all over the floor. Something needs to be done real soon. The floor is warping 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 I thought that there were succession plans in the works where the Pakula kids were going to get more involved I can’t see them selling the team 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 4 minutes ago, HOUSE said: Did I tell you about my coffee pot ? Big crack in the glass pot, leaks all over the floor. Something needs to be done real soon. The floor is warping YOU HAVE A FLOOR? What are you complaining about?!?! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlCowlingsTaxiService Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 4 minutes ago, John from Riverside said: I thought that there were succession plans in the works where the Pakula kids were going to get more involved I can’t see them selling the team Who are these Pakula kids you speak of? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chongli Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 50 minutes ago, DallasBillsFan1 said: I listen to Sirius XM NFL. On Moving The Chains today with Pat Kirwin and Jim Miller they discussed the sale of the Commanders. Then the topic turned to potenital sale of other teams and Pat Kirwin mentioned Seattle and BUFFALO. WHAT? Kirwin said he heard of that possibility. Maybe it's a wild rumor but this is the first I've heard anything like this. It's only been 7 years since the Pegula's purchased the Bills. The only thing that I could think that would prompt Mr. Pegula to sell the team of was the health of Kim Pegula ... but I am speculating. Has anyone else heard of this? Assuming there is any truth to this, what assurances does the county have that the new owner would keep the Bills in WNY (for new stadium)? So did Kirwan mention any reason? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 4 minutes ago, AlCowlingsTaxiService said: Who are these Pakula kids you speak of? You can spell it any way you want. I’m volunteering for the position!!! They seem like a lovely family, and my family wouldn’t blame me for jumping ship. In fact, they might be trying to push me out already. It seemed like a passion when Kim got involved. I’d love it if the family can do this in a way that would make her proud. No Washington shenanigans, do it right and do it well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78thealltimegreat Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 57 minutes ago, DallasBillsFan1 said: I listen to Sirius XM NFL. On Moving The Chains today with Pat Kirwin and Jim Miller they discussed the sale of the Commanders. Then the topic turned to potenital sale of other teams and Pat Kirwin mentioned Seattle and BUFFALO. WHAT? Kirwin said he heard of that possibility. Maybe it's a wild rumor but this is the first I've heard anything like this. It's only been 7 years since the Pegula's purchased the Bills. The only thing that I could think that would prompt Mr. Pegula to sell the team of was the health of Kim Pegula ... but I am speculating. Has anyone else heard of this? Assuming there is any truth to this, what assurances does the county have that the new owner would keep the Bills in WNY (for new stadium)? They aren’t going anywhere with the new stadium but if Terry did have to sell with Kim’s health issues it’s understandable…but all it means is the ridiculous Bon Jovi rumors are going to start up again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DallasBillsFan1 Posted April 17, 2023 Author Share Posted April 17, 2023 12 minutes ago, chongli said: So did Kirwan mention any reason? I did not hear any explanation. Although I was still in shock that he even mentioned Buffalo. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Success Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 I vote no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 Alright, alright already…. I’ll buy the darn team! But I’m absolutely NOT promising you guys a roof if that’s what you’re thinking. 😁 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 41 minutes ago, John from Riverside said: I thought that there were succession plans in the works where the Pakula kids were going to get more involved I can’t see them selling the team let the Pakula kids have a crack at the Sabres…. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cotton Fitzsimmons Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 1 hour ago, KDIGGZ said: As per the new stadium lease, I do believe the new owner would be able to move the team without penalty in the year 2055. If there is NFL football still going on by then I'll eat my hat 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyCallMeAndy Posted April 18, 2023 Share Posted April 18, 2023 Terry’s daughter has stated publicly she’s learning the business side to take the team over some day. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted April 18, 2023 Share Posted April 18, 2023 1 hour ago, AlCowlingsTaxiService said: Who are these Pakula kids you speak of? They are those kids that live off of Transit in Cheektowaga. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dablitzkrieg Posted April 18, 2023 Share Posted April 18, 2023 Kirwin never said moving the team, just selling. Very much a possibility given health concerns. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted April 18, 2023 Share Posted April 18, 2023 2 hours ago, Buffalo03 said: We're not going anywhere. Relax Yes...but. Keep in mind that the Bills might be worth around $4B. There's an $850MM penalty if the team tries to leave. The Commanders just sold for $6B. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QLBillsFan Posted April 18, 2023 Share Posted April 18, 2023 Exactly the team value will only go up. Terry has kids who I can’t imagine wouldn’t be interested. His oldest was with him at league meetings so seemingly interested. PK doesn’t appear to me as a guy who does speculation unless he said “ hey I’m spectating”. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma Pecoraro Posted April 18, 2023 Share Posted April 18, 2023 Balsillie swoops in and and moves them to Hamilton and into a soa dome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cba fan Posted April 18, 2023 Share Posted April 18, 2023 2 hours ago, KDIGGZ said: As per the new stadium lease, I do believe the new owner would be able to move the team without penalty in the year 2055. If there is NFL football still going on by then I'll eat my hat get some salt. Head injuries and CTE is prevalent in hockey, UFC, kick boxing, Boxing, Rugby, Soccer too, so that would need to go away along with NFL. I don't see it happening. Too much money at stake. More likely advances in head protection increases and rules change to lessen head trauma. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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