Since we're talking about research, a few fun little things I've run across.
New England Patriots
1972 operating revenue: $7,725,766
1972 operating expenses: $7,031,125*
*$2,669,471 for salaries, bonuses, pensions
*$1,775,573 for team expenses (including travel)
1973 operating revenue: $8,094,061
1973 operating expenses: $7,382,766**
**$3,049,437 for salaries, bonuses, pensions
**$1,804,731 for team expenses (including travel)