Report: Rupert Murdoch warned President Trump that more NFL streaming could kill networks
NBC Sports • • business
Key Points:
- Fox owner Rupert Murdoch warned President Trump that increased NFL game sales to streaming platforms could harm traditional broadcast networks, raising concerns during a February dinner.
- The NFL has since faced intensified scrutiny from Congress, the FCC, and the Department of Justice over its media rights and broadcasting practices.
- Commissioner Roger Goodell expressed willingness to demonstrate the fairness of the NFL’s media model to White House chief of staff Susie Wiles amid the growing political pressure.
- Despite claims that 87% of NFL games are on broadcast TV, several high-profile games have moved to streaming platforms, reducing free over-the-air access for some marquee matchups.
- The political backlash appears to have slowed the NFL’s efforts to renegotiate more lucrative deals with current broadcast partners, impacting its strategy to increase media revenues.
