NFL Network
The NFL can be called a lot of things but its move to put the Patriots-Giants on CBS and NBC as well as its NFL Network is perfect.
It keeps Congress off its back, it showcases its broadcast ability; it showcases its talent (Rich Eisen is one of the best in the business); it allows them to sell more ad spots.
It also puts the NFL on two networks on a Saturday night when many folks are on vacation. The rating should be high. So there is even more money for the juggernaut.
I still don't think cable companies should be forced to add the network, but this is the best way for the NFL to get customers to push the cable companies to add the channel.
December 28th, 2007 at 12:56 am
Cable companies are going to be "forced" to add the network, anyway. The NFL will ultimately make a deal they can't refuse and give them minority ownership in the network, and VOILA! There's the NFL Network appearing on your cable system.
January 2nd, 2008 at 2:18 pm
It's not about the cable companies being forced to add the NFL network. The crooks in Washington don't get it and I guess most fans don't. This is a step towards pay to watch and unless the fan starts complaining we're all going to be paying to watch NFL foot ball just as we are paying for the Big Ten Network right now.
January 2nd, 2008 at 9:58 pm
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January 6th, 2008 at 9:06 pm
Smit is absolutely correct. It's rather obvious to anyone with half a brain…the greedy NFL does not want to "give away" their product on "free TV" anymore. This is a not-so-subtle way of priming the pump. I am sickened by all pro sports owners and greedy players. When I hear of some athlete breaking a new "financial ceiling," I have enough sense to know that we're one step closer to not seeing the sport anymore.