I thought the rule changes were interesting
by ravenium (2023-03-23 15:50:37)

In reply to: by the way, since we've been talking about health and safety  posted by jt


I don't think anything should be so sacred that we can't consider it. 30 years ago I enjoyed watching someone impale the opposing QB on their helmet, and it made sense to change those rules (for the most part) to protect health and safety.

(please don't adopt the NCAA overtime rule, though - that one is stupid)

As far as the success of the XFL and USFL, I don't know what is the key to getting more viewers. 75+ years ago they didn't have to worry about TV contracts and there were fewer competitors for attention. Today you have to gin up a fandom AND get viewers and do a modern team from sctatch.

I look at MLS as an example - the Portland Timbers regularly sell out, but it took a long time for US soccer to get to that point. However, they're at a point where there is a hometown following and rabid fan base.