Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt Is Part of Josh Harris Commanders Bid

Former Google Chief Executive Officer Eric Schmidt is part of the group that’s set to take over the Washington Commanders, adding to the roster of billionaires who have pooled their wealth to run the NFL franchise.

Schmidt is a limited partner in the consortium led by Josh Harris, according to people familiar with the matter. Harris, a co-founder of Apollo Global Management Inc., struck a deal in April to buy the Commanders for $6 billion, a record amount for any professional sports team.

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The National Football League is currently discussing the sale with current Commanders owner ...