American Football
Wembley head: London ready for a NFL franchise
Ahead of this weekend’s first of two National Football League (NFL) regular season games to be played at London’s Wembley Stadium, venue managing director Roger Maslin has said the city can deliver on a launch of its own franchise.
New Jersey opposes restricted Super Bowl tickets
New Jersey plans to outlaw restricted-use tickets, following the National Football League (NFL)’s announcement that its national lottery Super Bowl tickets cannot be given away or sold by its winners.
London-based NFL team not likely in near future
The National Football League (NFL)’s international business vice-president Chris Parsons has admitted that a permanent London-based team will not be created in the near future.
NFL commissioner: $765m suitable amount
National Football League (NFL) commissioner Roger Goodell has defended the $765 million settlement deal with former players who suffered from mental or physical brain injuries.
NFL stadiums holding out on Wi-Fi installation
National Football League (NFL) stadium operators are delaying installing Wi-Fi due to insufficient technology.
Indianapolis bids to host 2018 Super Bowl
The National Football League (NFL) has received a bid of interest from Indianapolis to host its 2018 Super Bowl.
NFL UK director exits ahead of Wembley games
The National Football League (NFL)’s UK commercial director Ben Dunn has parted ways with the organisation ahead of this month’s league fixture at Wembley.
NFL settles $765m payout to head-injured players
The National Football League (NFL) will reportedly pay out $765 million in a settlement deal to former players that have suffered from dementia or other concussion-related health problems.
NFL taps into UK market with new ad partners
Media and marketing agency Sports Revolution and its digital subsidiary Snack Media have signed a deal to sell UK digital advertising on the NFL.com website.
NFL to implement player tracking devices
The National Football League (NFL) has decided to implement tracking devices to all players during games and practice.
Dallas Cowboys set to move HQ
The National Football League (NFL)’s Dallas Cowboys plans to move its headquarters and practice facility to Frisco by the start of the 2016 season.
Jacksonville Jaguars enlist Legends Hospitality
National Football League (NFL) franchise Jacksonville Jaguars has contracted Legends Hospitality to operate merchandising at its EverBank Field venue.
NFL overhauls Pro Bowl format
The National Football League (NFL) has made major format changes to its 2014 Pro Bowl competition in a bid to make the all-star game more fan-friendly.
Miami Dolphins CEO moves to MLB
National Football League (NFL) club Miami Dolphins CEO Mike Dee will leave his position to become president and CEO of Major League Baseball (MLB) club the San Diego Padres.
Raiders plan to build new stadium
National Football League (NFL) club the Oakland Raiders is reportedly planning to build a new 50,000 capacity stadium.
ANOCA re-elects President Palenfo
The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) has formally approved General Lassana Palenfo for a third and final term as its president, and long-serving Zimbabwean sports administrator Tomas Sithole was re-elected as secretary-general.
NFL’s Jaguars announce $63m stadium redevelopment
NFL (National Football League) team Jacksonville Jaguars have announced $63 million plans to redevelop their EverBank Field stadium.
NFL to host three season games at Wembley
The National Football League (NFL) is planning to extend its presence in London by hosting a third regular-season game at Wembley Stadium, according to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.