NFL removes teams' ability to protect home games from international export
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- NFL owners voted to eliminate the privilege allowing teams hosting international games to block any of their nine home games from being selected for international play.
- The change aims to optimize scheduling flexibility, enabling schedule makers to deliver the best possible schedule for partners and international fans.
- Previously, teams could protect two home games from international selection, but moving forward, they will have no ability to shield any home contests.
- NFL executives emphasized respect for international fans and the need to avoid teams blocking their best games from being played abroad.
- Despite the new rule, behind-the-scenes negotiations and favoritism in game selections are expected to continue, but the league now holds final authority over objections.