The long saga over the fate of the Buffalo Bills seemed to find a degree of closure on Monday, when it was announced that a deal had been struck for a new stadium, all but assuring the team would remain in western New York for decades to come.
The news was met on social media with decidedly mixed reactions, however, specifically over the terms of the new arena, which will cost New York taxpayers a considerable sum.
Initial reports indicated the estimated $1.4 billion stadium could be subsidized by the public to the tune of roughly $850 million, while follow-up reporting suggested it could come closer to $1.13 billion when factoring in ongoing costs such as maintenance.
With taxpayers footing at least 60% of the bill, the news was sure to elicit strong feelings. Local-ish media outlets appeared to be split, with the Albany Times Union calling it a "bad deal," while the Buffalo News said it was "good for all."
Here's a selection of tweets from those opposing the deal, which was brokered by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, Bills owners Terry and Kim Pegula, and others:
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