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Collins returns to NFL to lead new hospitality business
Former National Hockey League (NHL) chief operating officer John Collins has been appointed as chief executive of On Location Experiences, the revamped premium experiential hospitality business owned by investment firm RedBird Capital Partners, global sports marketing company Bruin Sports Capital and the National Football League (NFL).
London retains three NFL games as league weighs up new markets
American football league the NFL has opted to maintain its UK International Series schedule at three games in London next season, with Wembley Stadium losing one of its fixtures due to the new agreement to stage matches at Twickenham, home of the English national rugby union team.
Disney chief to push Chargers, Raiders LA project, as cities make their case
The company behind the proposed stadium designed to house the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders in the Los Angeles market has hailed the “game changing” appointment of Disney chairman and chief executive Bob Iger, as San Diego, Oakland and St. Louis yesterday (Wednesday) fought to retain their NFL American football franchises.
Chargers to file relocation application, 49ers eye Australia game
NFL American football franchise the San Diego Chargers have confirmed plans to file an application for relocation to Los Angeles, California, while the San Francisco 49ers are said to be considering playing a pre-season game in Australia.
NFL, Jaguars strengthen Wembley commitment with new deal
American football league the NFL has today (Thursday) extended its agreement to play regular-season games at Wembley Stadium for an additional five years, meaning that at least four games per year will be played in London from 2018.
NFL opens up International Series to markets outside UK
NFL clubs have today (Wednesday) approved a nine-year extension to a resolution enabling regular season games from the American football league to be played outside the United States, opening up the potential for International Series fixtures to be staged in new markets.
NFL expands social media presence with Snapchat deal
The NFL American football league has expanded its presence in social media by announcing a partnership with mobile messaging application Snapchat.
‘Deflategate’ scandal set to roll on as NFL appeals Brady verdict
National Football League (NFL) commissioner Roger Goodell has stated the league will appeal a federal judge’s ruling in the so-called ‘deflategate’ scandal that has dominated US headlines over the summer in a bid to protect the “integrity of the game”.
Chargers, Raiders and Rams make their case for move to Los Angeles
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has said that all options remain on the table after officials from the St. Louis Rams, Oakland Raiders and San Diego Chargers made presentations to their fellow teams regarding their plans to relocate to Los Angeles.
Mexico closing in on deal for NFL regular season games, official states
Mexico is in advanced talks over a deal to host an annual regular season game from the National Football League from 2017 or 2018, according to NFL Mexico director Arturo Olivé.
Balancing Act
With both soccer and American football to host in the future, how will English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur’s new stadium accommodate for both without compromise? Elisha Chauhan reports.
NHL franchise exec set for COO role at NFL
The NFL American football league has appointed Tod Leiweke, formerly chief executive of NHL ice hockey franchise the Tampa Bay Lightning, as its new chief operating officer.
Packers figures reflect soaring NFL finances
Figures released by the Green Bay Packers have revealed that each NFL American football team received $226.4m (€205.4m) from the league as part of national revenue sharing during the last financial year.
FanDuel secures fresh investment
FanDuel has revealed that it has been able to generate $275m (€249.7m) in Series E financing, bringing the total capital raised by the one-day fantasy sports operator to $363m.
Washington Redskins lose out in trademarks case
A US federal judge has refused to reinstate six trademark registrations from the NFL’s Washington Redskins American football franchise that were cancelled last year for causing offence to Native Americans.
NFL boosts London presence with Tottenham deal
The NFL American football league has agreed a 10-year deal with English Premier League football club Tottenham Hotspur to play a minimum of two games per season at its new stadium.
Steelers target cold-weather Super Bowl in 2023
NFL American football franchise the Pittsburgh Steelers have said they are planning to bid to host the 2023 Super Bowl at their Heinz Field home.
NFL to consider temporary Los Angeles stadium sites
The NFL American football league is planning to stage talks with stadium owners in Los Angeles in an effort to identify potential temporary homes for any of its franchises that opt to relocate to the Californian city.