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The Colin and Samir Show

Unpacking YouTube’s $14 billion NFL investment

Sep 14, 2023
40:12
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YouTube's controversial $14 billion investment in streaming every NFL game and the implications for independent creators. The influence of creators in professional sports and the rise of sports content on YouTube. The entertaining approach of the Savannah Bananas minor league baseball team. The importance of alternative monetization options for creators on YouTube.
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Quick takeaways

  • YouTube's $14 billion investment in the NFL marks a significant departure from its traditional mission, signaling a shift towards broadcasting professional sports.
  • The success of the Sidemen's sold out charity match demonstrates the power of creators in organizing large-scale events and bridging the gap between traditional sports and entertainment.

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YouTube's Investment in NFL Sunday Ticket

YouTube has made a $14 billion investment to secure the rights to NFL Sunday Ticket, which was previously exclusive to DirecTV. This move marks a significant shift for YouTube, as it moves away from its traditional mission of empowering independent creators and instead focuses on broadcasting professional sports. While the acquisition opens up new opportunities for creators to access NFL games and collaborate with athletes, some are concerned that it may signal a departure from YouTube's core values. Despite potential drawbacks, the partnership has already shown positive results, with more subscribers flocking to the Sunday Ticket package on YouTube than the previous year on DirecTV.

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