N.F.L., on Lookout for Growth, Finds Open Arms in Germany

Germany Welcomes N.F.L. With Open Arms in Pursuit of Growth The National Football League (NFL) is rapidly growing in popularity in Germany, a country traditionally dominated by soccer. With 3.6 million avid NFL fans in Germany, compared to 25% fewer in Britain, the league sees significant potential for expansion in the country. The NFL has … Read more

Roger Goodell Agrees to Contract Extension With N.F.L.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Reaches Agreement for Contract Extension NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has signed a contract extension that will keep him in the position through 2024. Goodell has been a key figure in growing the league’s business, securing lucrative media deals, and helping the owners with stadium projects. His current deal is worth up … Read more

Former N.F.L. Players to Retain Disability Benefits

Retired N.F.L. Athletes to Maintain Disability Benefits The National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) has reached an agreement with the league to preserve the disability benefits of hundreds of former players. Negotiated by the new executive director, Lloyd Howell, the deal will allow players deemed totally and permanently disabled by the Social Security Administration to … Read more