Post by Blitz on Feb 13, 2022 10:58:57 GMT -5
Tightwad vs. big spender
And now this...
Super Bowl LVI to feature contrast in Rams, Bengals owners
2.11.2022
www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Daily/Issues/2022/02/11/Franchises/Bengals.aspx
Bengals Owner Mike Brown one of the remaining faces of NFL’s "old guard," having inherited team from his father Paul Brown who founded it
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Stan Kroenke hoists the George Halas Trophy after the Rams defeated the 49ers
Different Strokes
Stan Kroenke and Mike Brown show that there is not just one way to build a Super Bowl team.
Super Bowl LVI will feature a "serious contrast" in Rams Owner Stan Kroenke and Bengals Owner Mike Brown, according to Jarrett Bell of USA TODAY. Kroenke is "one of the richest people in America" and owns the Nuggets, Avalanche, Rapids and EPL club Arsenal on top of the Rams. Meanwhile, Brown is one of the "remaining faces of the NFL’s 'old guard,'" and is "not one of the 16 NFL owners on Forbes’ list of the 400 richest Americans." The Rams are a "reflection of Kroenke’s image as a major league wheeler and dealer." His "stamp on the assembly of the team that went 'all-in' with an aggressive approach to land star talent is undeniable -- and so Hollywood-esque." Brown’s reputation is "quite the opposite," as he has been "considered a major league tightwad" for years. The Bengals have "traditionally operated with the smallest front-office staff in the NFL while their facilities were undeniably scant." Kroenke and Brown were "clearly at opposite ends" years ago when supplemental revenue sharing "caused a rift among NFL owners." Brown was "criticized for not being as aggressive in growing revenues," but his "'old guard' roots might have also been a factor" (USA TODAY, 2/11).
WHAT CAN BROWN DO FOR YOU? USA TODAY's Tyler Dragon noted many within the Bengals organization "scoff at the skeptics" who have been critical of Brown for being frugal in the past. The team has committed more than $100M "during free agency the last two years" as Brown and the Bengals "completely overhauled the roster." Bengals coach Zac Taylor: "He’s one of the most genuine people I’ve ever been around. He’s supportive, understanding and realistic. We’ve gotten support from ownership. Everything that needed to discuss and talk through, they’ve been nothing but supportive. They’ve given everything I’ve needed since I’ve been here." Brown is one of "few owners who witness just about every practice." He "frequently attends in a golf cart," and he "drives it around during practice for better vantage points or to talk to someone he employs." The Bengals exec team consists of Brown, his daughter Katie Blackburn (Exec VP), son Paul (VP/Player Personnel) and son-in-law Troy Blackburn (VP). The team "collaborates in decisions," but the "final verdict rest with the owner" (USA TODAY, 2/11).
THE ROAD NOT TAKEN: NPR’s Ari Shapiro noted Brown has “taken an untraditional approach to running the team.” The Cincinnati Enquirer's Paul Daugherty called Brown's ways "old-fashioned," and said, "If it's a mom-and-pop operation, he's definitely pop.” Shapiro: “Frugal is a word that I've heard.” Daugherty: "Frugal’s a good word, sure, better than cheap. But honestly, I will tell you that he has not been cheap. He has paid lots of good players going rate to stay in Cincinnati. Cheap is probably not accurate. Conservative is accurate." Daugherty said the Bengals "could win the Super Bowl every year until Mike Brown is no longer with us, and the fans as a whole would still dislike Mike Brown intensely." Daugherty: "He has a lot of making up to do, and I'm not sure that he can do it.” However, Daugherty added, “If you're going to bash him ... then you do have to turn around and say, ‘You know what? Mike is, one, changing and, two, yielding power to his daughter and son-in-law who are taking a much more active role and see things a little differently than he does'" ("All Things Considered," NPR, 2/10).
And now this...
Super Bowl LVI to feature contrast in Rams, Bengals owners
2.11.2022
www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Daily/Issues/2022/02/11/Franchises/Bengals.aspx
Bengals Owner Mike Brown one of the remaining faces of NFL’s "old guard," having inherited team from his father Paul Brown who founded it
GETTY IMAGES
Stan Kroenke hoists the George Halas Trophy after the Rams defeated the 49ers
Different Strokes
Stan Kroenke and Mike Brown show that there is not just one way to build a Super Bowl team.
Super Bowl LVI will feature a "serious contrast" in Rams Owner Stan Kroenke and Bengals Owner Mike Brown, according to Jarrett Bell of USA TODAY. Kroenke is "one of the richest people in America" and owns the Nuggets, Avalanche, Rapids and EPL club Arsenal on top of the Rams. Meanwhile, Brown is one of the "remaining faces of the NFL’s 'old guard,'" and is "not one of the 16 NFL owners on Forbes’ list of the 400 richest Americans." The Rams are a "reflection of Kroenke’s image as a major league wheeler and dealer." His "stamp on the assembly of the team that went 'all-in' with an aggressive approach to land star talent is undeniable -- and so Hollywood-esque." Brown’s reputation is "quite the opposite," as he has been "considered a major league tightwad" for years. The Bengals have "traditionally operated with the smallest front-office staff in the NFL while their facilities were undeniably scant." Kroenke and Brown were "clearly at opposite ends" years ago when supplemental revenue sharing "caused a rift among NFL owners." Brown was "criticized for not being as aggressive in growing revenues," but his "'old guard' roots might have also been a factor" (USA TODAY, 2/11).
WHAT CAN BROWN DO FOR YOU? USA TODAY's Tyler Dragon noted many within the Bengals organization "scoff at the skeptics" who have been critical of Brown for being frugal in the past. The team has committed more than $100M "during free agency the last two years" as Brown and the Bengals "completely overhauled the roster." Bengals coach Zac Taylor: "He’s one of the most genuine people I’ve ever been around. He’s supportive, understanding and realistic. We’ve gotten support from ownership. Everything that needed to discuss and talk through, they’ve been nothing but supportive. They’ve given everything I’ve needed since I’ve been here." Brown is one of "few owners who witness just about every practice." He "frequently attends in a golf cart," and he "drives it around during practice for better vantage points or to talk to someone he employs." The Bengals exec team consists of Brown, his daughter Katie Blackburn (Exec VP), son Paul (VP/Player Personnel) and son-in-law Troy Blackburn (VP). The team "collaborates in decisions," but the "final verdict rest with the owner" (USA TODAY, 2/11).
THE ROAD NOT TAKEN: NPR’s Ari Shapiro noted Brown has “taken an untraditional approach to running the team.” The Cincinnati Enquirer's Paul Daugherty called Brown's ways "old-fashioned," and said, "If it's a mom-and-pop operation, he's definitely pop.” Shapiro: “Frugal is a word that I've heard.” Daugherty: "Frugal’s a good word, sure, better than cheap. But honestly, I will tell you that he has not been cheap. He has paid lots of good players going rate to stay in Cincinnati. Cheap is probably not accurate. Conservative is accurate." Daugherty said the Bengals "could win the Super Bowl every year until Mike Brown is no longer with us, and the fans as a whole would still dislike Mike Brown intensely." Daugherty: "He has a lot of making up to do, and I'm not sure that he can do it.” However, Daugherty added, “If you're going to bash him ... then you do have to turn around and say, ‘You know what? Mike is, one, changing and, two, yielding power to his daughter and son-in-law who are taking a much more active role and see things a little differently than he does'" ("All Things Considered," NPR, 2/10).