The NFL is considering adding a 17th regular season game to the schedule, in part to accommodate more games overseas.
The idea here would most likely include a full week of games overseas each season, with one fewer preseason game. The idea is only in its formative stages and could be a long way from being implemented.
Source: Washington Post
NFL expanding to 17 game regular season???
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I don't like this idea. I would hope the players union would oppose this. I flew to western Europe once and it can mess you up for days. I can't imagine trying to fly to Asia or Australia, playing a game, flying back and play more games in the US.
When would they play the games? Are the US TV networks just going to take the week off or play NFL games on a tape delay?
When would they play the games? Are the US TV networks just going to take the week off or play NFL games on a tape delay?
The rules are fair. The regulations are fair.
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Damn it, Midget I demand an answer!
I doubt NFL owners are going to give up a preseason game.
Are all international games going to be played overseas during the same week? How are you going to handle the inevitable whining when some teams play in Mexico City (local) and some are playing in New Delhi or Beijing (~12-hour offset)?
What about the NFL players with felony convictions or parole restrictions that keep them from traveling abroad?
I doubt NFL owners are going to give up a preseason game.
Are all international games going to be played overseas during the same week? How are you going to handle the inevitable whining when some teams play in Mexico City (local) and some are playing in New Delhi or Beijing (~12-hour offset)?
What about the NFL players with felony convictions or parole restrictions that keep them from traveling abroad?
The rules are fair. The regulations are fair.
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