Business-Breaking Departure: Washington Commanders’ Trailblazing President Jason Wright to Exit Amid Franchise Overhaul

Washington D.C. – After four years at the helm, Jason Wright, the first Black team president in NFL history for the Washington Commanders, will be stepping down from his role immediately and departing the organization by the end of the upcoming season. This decision was announced by Wright and Commanders owner Josh Harris.

Moving forward, Wright will transition to the title of senior adviser while still overseeing the team’s operations as the de facto president. His focus will primarily be on the search for a new stadium site and securing a stadium naming rights partner. Harris and Tad Brown, the chief executive of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, will take the lead in finding a replacement for the Commanders’ next president.

In a statement to The Washington Post, Wright expressed his gratitude for the accomplishments made during his tenure, stating that he is looking forward to a successful upcoming season for the team. His departure comes as his previous contract was set to expire next month, prompting discussions with the team’s business staff to inform them of his impending exit.

Harris acknowledged Wright’s significant impact on the organization since joining four years ago, highlighting his leadership through a transformative period for the Commanders. The franchise has seen considerable changes under Harris’ ownership, with recent hires including a new general manager and coach, along with restructuring the front office and coaching staff.

Wright’s departure marks a continuation of the evolution within the franchise, following a period of significant challenges and transformations. Despite facing obstacles upon his arrival, Wright worked towards reshaping the organization’s culture and fostering change within the Commanders.

Throughout his tenure, Wright worked to build relationships with fans, community leaders, and corporate partners, while also overseeing efforts to secure a new stadium site and enhance revenue streams for the team. His departure now sets the stage for new leadership to continue driving the Commanders towards success in the coming seasons.

As the Commanders transition to a new chapter under Harris’ ownership, the focus will shift to revamping the team’s on-field product and strengthening the business operations of the franchise. With a renewed sense of direction and purpose, the Commanders are poised to build on the foundation laid by Wright and navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.