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The NFL

2023/1/25
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The NFL's journey to becoming America's favorite sport traces back to a college football game in 1869. From its humble beginnings as a violent and disorganized activity, the sport evolved through rule changes and the establishment of the NCAA. The forward pass, legalized in 1906, marked a turning point, adding an element of beauty and strategy to the game.
  • Football is three times more popular than basketball in the US.
  • 82 of the top 100 TV broadcasts in the past year were NFL games.
  • The Super Bowl is the weekend with the fewest weddings.
  • The NFL is a story of cooperation and long-term bets.
  • 70% of NFL players are Black, yet there's a disparity in coaching and ownership positions.

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The NFL — it’s almost synonymous with America today. And its history is a fascinating lens to explore the nation’s development over the last 100 years, from WWII to TV and suburbs to the Internet and social media. What began as a quasi-illicit league in small midwestern towns is now the single largest media property in the world today by revenue. And whether you watch football or not, this is one incredible business story. Acquired is ready for some football — let’s kick this Season off right! 

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