Published 13:08 IST, January 3rd 2020

Dan Snyder's 'Happy Thanksgiving' wish during Ron Rivera's presser breaks the internet

Dan Snyder, the owner of Washington Redskins, opened the Ron Rivera press conference by saying 'Happy Thanksgiving', leaving everyone in the room baffled.

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Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder seems to be in a holiday mood even as rest of world are back on work front. press was left baffled on Thursday when Snyder decided to wish everyone with an early holiday greeting virtually as he began press conference.  press conference surrounding Ron Rivera's hiring was supposed to bring confidence in Washington Redskins fans and also show that franchise was heing into right direction by bringing in an experienced coach.

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Dan Snyder and his history 

Dan Snyder bought prestigious NFL franchise in 1999 amidst much fanfare and expectations. However, he has me a mockery of team ever since. Snyder is widely regarded as one of worst owners in American sports and is kwn for his horrible judgement in terms of hiring and firing coaches as well as signing players for team.

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Dan Snyder wishes 'Happy Thanksgiving'

re was a strong buzz among journalists who h gared at  press conference where Washington Redskins were about to unveil Ron Rivera as he coach. But even before making formal introduction, Redskins owner Dan Snyder surprised everyone in conference room when he stepped to mic to begin press conference and said, “First off, happy Thanksgiving, everybody.” His "Happy Thanksgiving" became a Twitter trend and completely overshowed actual purpose of press conference. Dan Snyder talked about Ron Rivera bringing a culture change.

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Ron Rivera press conference

Ron Rivera was fired last month after 8½ years as Carolina Panrs' he coach. decision was a result of an underperforming Panrs team that were without services of Cam Newton, who was sidelined for season due to injury. Under Ron Rivera, Panrs reached playoffs four times and me it to Super Bowl after 2015 season. Following appointment, Ron Rivera said he was excited to coach a talented young team. He said that after meeting Dan Snyder, it was clear that both are aligned with ir passion for game and Snyder supports his vision to turn team around. He also ded that he is looking forward to surrounding himself with great people and getting to work.

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13:08 IST, January 3rd 2020