No, they are not. But they are the oldest franchise in the NFL's American Football Conference.
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The oldest active franchises are the Atlanta Braves and the Chicago Cubs. Both are charter members of the National League which began in 1876.
Philadelphia Phillies! I can not believe you do not know that. The Phillies are the oldest sport's franchise in USA to date.
The oldest sports franchise in America is the Chicago Cubs, founded in 1870. The team has maintained its legacy through its loyal fan base, iconic stadium, and historic moments in baseball history. Despite periods of struggle, the Cubs have persevered and continue to be a beloved and enduring presence in American sports.
They were created in 1919 and became part of the American Professional Football Association (now the NFL) in 1921. They are the third oldest franchise in the league.
The Philadelphia Phillies are the oldest continuous, one-city, one-name franchise in all of professional American sports, dating to 1883.
By control I will assume you mean who runs a Franchise. The Franchise owner controls the franchise. The Franchise owner is controlled by the Franchise Contract.
its a franchise
The plural of franchise can be either franchise or franchises.