The NFL defends its broadcast model as fan-friendly
National Football LeagueLeague, in a statement quoted by Associated Press
In a statement reported October 30, the NFL defends its media distribution strategy.
“is by far the most fan-friendly distribution model in all of sports and entertainment.”
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Where this statement fits
Ninth Circuit restores NFL Sunday Ticket liability verdict, leaves new damages trial in place
On October 30, 2026, the Ninth Circuit reversed judgment as a matter of law for the NFL in the Sunday Ticket antitrust litigation. It held that the trial judge improperly excluded subscribers' economic experts, but upheld the order requiring a new trial on damages. The ruling restores the jury's liability finding without restoring a payable $4.7 billion award. The NFL continues to defend its combination of free local broadcasts and paid viewing options. Commentator Mike Florio faults the league for retaining the same approach and suggests that ending Sunday Ticket immediately could be the smart move.
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AP quotes the league's defense of free local broadcasts and additional paid viewing options. The court did not reinstate a payable damages award.
Before the quotation
The statement opens by reiterating the league's belief and describes the current mix of free broadcasts, RedZone, Sunday Ticket and NFL Plus.
After the quotation
The statement follows the decision restoring liability while requiring a new damages trial.
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The label describes this statement's response within the context above.
Why this label?
Relative to Sunday Ticket distribution, the league expressly defends its combination of free broadcasts and paid choices.
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