The Patriots Deal: Trump's Billion-Dollar FumbleHow past battles cost him a future sports empire.

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Trump's Untold Playbook

In 1988, Donald Trump had the chance to buy the New England Patriots but declined, citing the team's massive debt. This move stood in stark contrast to his reputation as a risk-taking dealmaker. Two stories emerged to explain his choice. One claims his advisors saw the deal as too risky. The other suggests NFL owners, still bitter from his USFL days, blocked the sale, showing how past rivalries can shape future opportunities.