Carolina Panthers Owner David Tepper Facing Criminal Investigation

David Tepper is now under criminal investigation related to the blunder that was the Rock Hill practice facility. Yeah, this one just isn't going away no matter how badly Tepper wants it to. The investigation is regarding possible misuse of public funds according to a Charlotte Observer report. As you probably well know, the facility was an $800 million project that would have included the team headquarters,  offices, sports medicine complex, as well as hotels and entertainment options. But Tepper and his company GT Real Estate pulled out of the construction and left the city with a half-built complex.

This is just one of the reasons Tepper is not so popular in the Carolinas. The investigation is being led by the York County Sheriff's office. Just because David Tepper is under criminal investigation is taking place does not mean Tepper or anyone involved in the project is guilty of a crime. The investigation is just that, looking into seeing whether or not any legal wrongdoing occurred. Both parties in the dispute seem to indicate that the shutdown was due to the fault of the other party. And quite frankly, while I've made my feelings about the Panthers owner known, I don't truly know who is at fault in this situation. I do know that he hasn't made a lot of friends in his tenure here. And most of his decisions regarding the team leave a lot to be desired.

What I do know is we are most likely stuck with him for the long haul, though Tepper was to be charged criminal with the misuse of funds that could change things. So while he is here hopefully we can make the most of what we are given. But boy would it be nice to see a successful team and a hands-off owner.

David Tepper has been a topic of conversation in the Carolinas since the day he expressed interest in purchasing the Panthers. And honestly, most of it hasn't been good. Fans hate most of the decisions that have been made under his leadership of the team including firing Ron Rivera, hiring Matt Rhule, the quarterback debacle of the last few years, and many others. There also is the absolute disaster involving the team's headquarters that was supposed to be built in Rock Hill, SC. So far that project has come to a dramatic fault. But how has that multi-billion dollar investment paid off for Tepper? Well, a study by BetOhio.com ranked the investors based on their impact on the team's performances and finances. And, well David Tepper's investment has him ranked near the bottom of NFL Owners.

David Tepper, became the NFL’s richest investor when he took over the Carolina Panthers back in 2018. He also recently made headlines after being named the 103rd richest person in the world. But even money can't guarantee success I guess. But David Tepper is also one of the worst NFL investors, at least according to BetOhio.com.

BetOhio.com reviewed each team to reveal the greatest NFL takeovers. They looked at the investors who gained the most through buying a club, as well which teams have notched the most wins following the change in ownership, and of course the teams whose value has increased from the initial purchase price.

It's not a shock that New England Patriots' owner Robert Kraft sit on top of the pedestal as the NFL’s greatest investors. He purchased the Patriots in 1994 for $172 million. Not a bad price to pay considering the current value sits at $5 billion. This is due to the teams win percentage since 1994- 68.8% oh and 7 of those wins were AFC Championships. The team brings in as much as Kraft paid for them on a yearly basis.

Owner: Robert Kraft

Investor Index Score: 82.1

Owner: Stan Kroenke

Investor Index Score: 65.1

Owner: Jerry Jones

Investor Index Score: 54.0

Owner: Paul G. Allen Trust

Investor Index Score: 50.3

Owner: Steve Bisciotti

Investment Index Score: 50.0

Owner: Pat Bowlen Trust

Investor Index Score: 48.8

Owner: Denise & Jed York

Investor Index Score: 46.9

Owner: Jeffrey Lurie

Investor Index Score: 44.7

Owner: John Mara & Steve Tisch

Investor Index Score: 41.8

Owner: Zygmunt Wilf

Investor Index Score: 40.9

Owner: Arthur Blank

Investor Index Score: 38.0

Owner: Mark Davis

Investor Index Score: 36.5

Owner: Kim & Terry Pegula

Investor Index Score: 35.9

Owner: Green Bay Packers, Inc.

Investor Index Score: 35.4

Owner: Gayle Benson

Investor Index Score: 34.8

Owner: McCaskey Family

Investor Index Score: 32.7

Owner: Glazer Family

Investor Index Score: 32.3

Owner: Janice McNair

Investor Index Score: 32.0

Owner: Stephen M. Ross

Investor Index Score: 31.5

Owner: Rooney Family

Investor Index Score: 31.3

Owner: Lamar Hunt Family

Investor Index Score: 31.2

Owner: Daniel Snyder

Investor Index Score: 29.3

Owner: Johnson Family

Investor Index Score: 28.7

Owner: James Irsay

Investor Index Score: 28.1

Owner: Dean Spanos

Investor Index Score: 26.4

Owner: Amy Adams Strunk

Investor Index Score: 24.4

Owner: Michael Brown

Investor Index Score: 22.6

Owner: Shahid Khan

Investor Index Score: 21.5

Owner: David Tepper

Investor Index Score: 19.4

Owner: Jimmy & Dee Haslam

Investor Index Score: 19.0

Owner: William Clay Ford Family

Investor Index Score: 14.1

Owner: Michael Bidwill

Investor Index Score: 13.3