The NFL

The NFL

By Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal

The NFL — it’s almost synonymous with America today. And its history is a fascinating lens to explore the nation’s development over the last 100 years, from WWII to TV and suburbs to the Internet and social media. What began as a quasi-illicit league in small midwestern towns is now the single largest media property in the world today by revenue. And whether you watch football or not, this is one incredible business story. Acquired is ready for some football — let’s kick this Season off right! 

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 Sports Illustrated’s oral history of the famous Joe Namath “pool photo” Episode sources

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