Buffalo Bills, Sabres president Russ Brandon resigns amid allegations

Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres president Russ Brandon has resigned, Bills and Sabres owners Terry and Kim Pegula announced Tuesday.

Brandon's departure comes after an internal investigation of Brandon's workplace behavior and allegations of inappropriate relationships with female employees, Tim Graham of the Buffalo News reported.

Pegula Sports Entertainment, the parent company for the Bills and Sabres, released a statement from Terry and Kim Pegula, who accepted Brandon's resignation.

"We have a tremendous amount of confidence in the strong leadership teams we have built within each of those entities over the last several years," the Pegulas said in the statement. "We are excited about the direction of our teams, especially after this past weekend's NFL Draft and the NHL lottery results. Our focus remains on building championship teams on and off the field for our fans and community."

Brandon issued a statement to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

"I have been contemplating transitioning out of my role for some time," Brandon said in the statement. "My goal when the Pegula's purchased the franchise was to reach 20 years with the Bills in which I achieved this past November. Given where we are from a timing standpoint, particularly with the conclusion of the NFL Draft, now seems like the time to make that transition. As grateful as I am for the amazing experience and the incredible people I've had the privilege to work with the past two decades, I am just as anxious for the professional opportunities that lie ahead."

Brandon joined the Bills in 1997 and has served as director of non-football operations, general manager, CEO and president.

Kim Pegula will take over Brandon's responsibilities as president of the organizations, and Terry Pegula will continue to oversee the team operations.