Outline the factors that contributed to the discontinuation of the league.

In April of 2019, the Alliance of American Football discontinued operations due to financial hardship. This occurred during the season – leaving players, employees, and support staff without compensation, insurance, and other benefits immediately. For this paper, first give a background of the initial rollout of the league from a financial perspective. Restated, how was the AAF initially funded and what were the contract structures for players. Next, outline the factors that contributed to the discontinuation of the league. Finish with a discussion of what other options you believe the league could have taken besides outright closure.