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The NFL

Acquired

CHAPTER

The Great Football Merger

This chapter examines the intricate negotiations and power struggles between the NFL and AFL in the 1960s, highlighting the urgency among team owners to resolve their ongoing conflict through a merger. Key figures like Tex and Al Davis play vital roles in clandestine discussions that redefine the football landscape, representing both competition and collaboration. As tensions rise and strategic moves escalate, the chapter illustrates how political maneuvering and legislative actions ultimately shape the future of professional football.

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