OT: NFL will ‘strongly oppose’ change to TV blackout rule

[RugbyMuffin]

http://tracking.si.com/2013/12/19/nfl-strongly-oppose-change-blackout-rule/

Very Lame.

Not the fans fault the NFL has priced out most of us.

They want the fans to go to the games ? Improve the product like any other business.

 

[Cardinals.Ken]

http://tracking.si.com/2013/12/19/nfl-strongly-oppose-change-blackout-rule/

Very Lame.

Not the fans fault the NFL has priced out most of us.

They want the fans to go to the games ? Improve the product like any other business.

I guess you'll have to find an out-of-town team to root for during blacked out home games Tommy.

I'd suggest the Miami Dolphins...no one would see it coming!

 

[Dback Jon]

In the NFL is a nonprofit for what reason?

 

[CardLogic]

“We will strongly oppose any change in the rule,” NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy told Politico.com. “We are on pace for a historic low number of blackouts since the policy was implemented 40 years ago. While affecting very few games the past decade, the blackout rule is very important in supporting NFL stadiums and the ability of NFL clubs to sell tickets and keeping our games attractive as television programming with large crowds.

Yeah, that's why millions of viewers tune in each week - to see the stadium crowds.

 

[crisper57]

They'll opposed it, but there is a force on this earth that is greater than the NFL, believe it or not. It is called the Government. They have ways of forcing compliance.

:evillaugh:

 

[cardpa]

The NFL will bow down to our commands or I will unleased the sharks with frickin laser beams attached to their heads.

 

[kerouac9]

In the NFL is a nonprofit for what reason?

It's a common business structure for sporting associations (which is the section of the Revenue Code is named for--501(c)6, I think). NFL Ventures is the for-profit entity which has merchandising, media, etc.

The PGA is a not-for-profit business, as well. NASCAR was once upon a time. I'm trying to advise a client to operate their entertainment company in this way, but they're resistant because clients are stupid.

 

[Dback Jon]

It's a common business structure for sporting associations (which is the section of the Revenue Code is named for--501(c)6, I think). NFL Ventures is the for-profit entity which has merchandising, media, etc.

The PGA is a not-for-profit business, as well. NASCAR was once upon a time. I'm trying to advise a client to operate their entertainment company in this way, but they're resistant because clients are stupid.

MLB and NBA aren't, IIRC.

 

[kerouac9]

MLB and NBA aren't, IIRC.

Right. But the NHL is. http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2013/05/29/nfl-sports-leagues-irs-tax-exemption/2370945/

MLB was a 501(c)6 until 2008, apparently.

BTW, if anyone wants their taxes prepared by a real Cardinal fan, and at the same time maybe get some advice about how to structure their spending and savings habits to get the most financial aid for your kids, etc., PM me. #needfulmarketing.

 

[RugbyMuffin]

I guess you'll have to find an out-of-town team to root for during blacked out home games Tommy.

I'd suggest the Miami Dolphins...no one would see it coming!

LaShaun, I live in NJ.

That's a demerit! 30 second keg stand for you to serve penance.

 

[RugbyMuffin]

I'm trying to advise a client to operate their entertainment company in this way, but they're resistant because clients are stupid.

+ 1 zillion

Dude, I serious just laughed for about 20 minutes after reading that.

So true.

In my line of work the line is, "But, what do I know, I only do it for a living"