Rossell and the AFL

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In 1961, right after Rossell is on the job that would change the face of football forever. So it's obvious to Rossell once the AFL signs their big deal with ABC, that that's the path forward. They're $1.3 million a year deal with ABC. And importantly, the league wide revenue sharing, national deal with the national network. This is not how the NFL operates at this point.

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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