The AFL's Sworn Enemy

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Some owners see the writing on the wall very early and say, we're going to have to combine these. What happens next is like a mafia movie. It's like a godfather film. Roselle doesn't want to do it. He thinks they can win. Lamar at this point has moved the Texans to Kansas City where they become the Chiefs.

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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