New NFL commissioner Bert Bell overhauls the way the schedule works. The weaker teams from last year play the other weaker teams for the first half of the season. And the stronger teams from the previous season play the other stronger teams in the second half. So there's going to be drama about who's going to end up winning, even though the actual level of talent might diverge quite a bit within the league.
The NFL — it’s almost synonymous with America today. And its history is a fascinating lens to explore the nation’s development over the last 100 years, from WWII to TV and suburbs to the Internet and social media. What began as a quasi-illicit league in small midwestern towns is now the single largest media property in the world today by revenue. And whether you watch football or not, this is one incredible business story. Acquired is ready for some football — let’s kick this Season off right!
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