NFL removes home game protections for international scheduling
Here's what it means for you.
The NFL's decision to eliminate home game protections signals a significant shift towards a more global presence.
What happened
NFL owners voted to remove the ability for teams to protect home opponents from being scheduled for international games.
The Context
- Teams previously could protect two home games from being moved abroad.
- The number of protected games has been decreasing over the years.
- The league aims to increase the number of international games to a ceiling of 10.
Takeaway
The NFL's move signals a significant shift towards a more global presence and could lead to further changes in scheduling practices.
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