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NFL Owners Would Love for Walmart Heir Rob Walton to Buy the Broncos

One billionaire is the favorite to join the NFL ownership ranks in Denver. Plus, Terry McLaurin’s future, Justin Fields disrespect, Jadeveon Clowney’s contract status and more.

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From Lennon Theus (@broncolen30): Who is the frontrunner or favorite to purchase the Broncos?

Lennon, Walmart heir Rob Walton looms as the favorite. He’s there this week, and a quick Google search showed his net worth to be somewhere between $65 billion and $70 billion, which would make him the NFL’s wealthiest owner, surpassing Seahawks owner Jody Allen (who’s said to be in the $20 billion range), and second-wealthiest owner in North American pro sports, behind only Clippers owner Steve Ballmer.