NBA Legend Magic Johnson Sends Message To NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell

Recently, Johnson sent out a post (via X) to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.

His post had over 690 likes and 99,000 impressions.

Johnson wrote: "I want to thank NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the entire National Football League for awarding Washington, D.C. the 2027 NFL Draft. Roger and I have been friends for over 25 years and I’m excited that the Draft will generate a lot of revenue for the city and create so many jobs! Hosting the NFL Draft means so much to Washington D.C. and all of our fans from around the DMV!"

The Commanders are coming off their best season in years.

They went 12-5 and reached the NFC Championship game before losing to the Philadelphia Eagles (who won the Super Bowl).

Via ESPN's SportsCenter (on January, 12): "COMMANDER DANIELS SAILS WASHINGTON TO ITS FIRST PLAYOFF WIN SINCE 2006

WHAT A PLAYOFF DEBUT FOR JAYDEN DANIELS"

Many fans reacted to Johnson's post.

@Datapleaz: "Congrats Magic. Seems like it will be a huge event!"

@TimothyRoyOrth: "That's Great Magic!"

@AdamBattocchi: "My first season following this team closely was in 1991. They won the Super Bowl. 2024 was their best year since. The draft coming to DC in 2027 has a chance to be what makes the Commanders the most valuable NFL team for many years to come."