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How the San Francisco 49ers Stopped Being Losers (Update)

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In Sports Leagues, Collusion and Lack of Competition are Necessary for Success

Sports leagues, unlike corporations, do not face much competition from upstarts or rivals, so they actively work to crush their competition. This behavior, while seemingly collusive, is necessary for the functioning of sports leagues. In contrast to companies like Apple and Samsung, sports teams need each other to play and create an entertaining product, which ultimately leads to a lucrative business.

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