Mary Wilson, wife of the franchise’s late founder and sole owner, is now the controlling owner of the Buffalo Bills.
A statement on the Bills’ website Thursday says that with the recent death of owner Ralph Wilson, the ownership of the Buffalo Bills begins a period of transition.
The statement goes on to say that:
“A process will be established at an appropriate time for the sale of the franchise. This process will ensure that the club complies and is faithful to NFL rules and to its obligations to New York State and Erie County. We plan to have detailed discussions with the NFL, the State and County, and others as we determine the timing and structure of any sales process."
Mary Wilson said, “I have complete confidence in Russ Brandon, our President and CEO, to continue his duties of running the organization. General Manager Doug Whaley and Head Coach Doug Marrone remain empowered by Russ to run the football operation.”
Brandon reiterated that the team is in mourning over the loss of Wilson, but he says the organization is operating in the day-to-day functions it normally would.
