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Originally Posted by SuperChief
I think he's hedging on this being less relevant/important as time goes on. Simplification of the game should broaden it to a wider audience, and that combined with a potential international audience make streaming options the most logical choice. In tandem, of course, but typical network reliability won't be a major issue in the future.
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He'll need a broadcast partner with money. Otherwise, he'll have to create an App for all streaming devices and somehow, garner an audience and advertisers.
It's truly an uphill battle. The NBA is growing in popularity, MLB baseball ratings are good and nothing can compete against the NFL from August to February.
If the rationale for lower Broadcast Network Ratings is "overexposure", the XFL won't benefit at all.
Plus, as we all know, the quality of play will suck.