The NFL has had a huge impact on the world as we see it now but it has also helped to bring together the USA in both sport and patriotism. But with many seeing this as the number one sport in the USA. In this article, we will be looking into the importance of the NFL within the UK.
The Humble Beginnings Of The NFL
When the NFL began in 1920, the idea of American Football is very different from the sport that we have today. With several changes leading the league to establish itself over the years, the national football league as we know it today was the only one of its kind to break out onto a national scale. With the moving of the headquarters to Manhattan in the 60s, the NFL has begun to gain rapid popularity. With a huge amount of money and time being spent on developing the teams and the matches, they have slowly begun to grow the brand that we now know as the major sporting association in the US.
Though the 60s were the beginning stages in the successful growth, the modern era of the NFL as we know it today did not begin to manifest until the 70s and 80s. This has since led to the rapid expansion of the NFL with the Superbowl being seen as an unofficial national holiday. Whether you are a fan of the sport or not, chances are you have either seen or heard of the Superbowl.
The NFL And US Patriotism
For many, the NFL is the epitome of American patriotism and is part of what makes it great. With every player putting their heart and soul out on the field, there is a sense of pride with every team. With the singing of the national anthem at the beginning of every game and several special games on holidays such as thanksgiving, this is a sport that aims to bring the people together. With the jerseys and every aspect of the NFL dripping in patriotism, the NFL is the sport of the American people that so many
continue to tune into.
The Money Behind The NFL
Another aspect that has made the NFL as great as it is, is the money that is behind the NFL. With the money behind the NFL being generated by TV and licencing deals for merchandising, this is one of the most efficient marketing tools out there. With a huge number of ticket sales as well as the marketing skills from the world’s biggest company, the NFL as we know it continues to grow at this time.
The Impact Of The NFL On Pop Culture
The NFL and pop culture have gone hand in hand in recent years as world-famous NFL stars and new signings have continued to revolutionise the league. With the Superbowl half time show becoming one of the biggest events in pop culture this has had a huge impact on pop culture around the world. With the buzz surrounding who is performing as well as the advertisements that showcase the very best of the best for the products being sold, this has had a huge impact on the way that people view the NFL not only in America but around the world.
With the Superbowl and other NFL games all being broadcasted across the world there is more pressure than ever before on the need to perform when out on the field. This has meant a die-hard following from the fans that are also seen in other sports such as the NBA and the MLB. But with patriotism at the heart of the sport, every second count. Additionally, pop culture issues such as taking the knee during the American national anthem has caused a stir in the last few years and caused a huge amount of publicity for the NFL and the players involved. This is completely changing the course of the conversation in not only the USA but the whole world.
Whether you have watched the NFL as a family for years now or you are new to the NFL due to the ongoing media coverage, this is a promising time for the season in 2020. Will you be watching in 2020?
