Goodell Defends Decision To Air NFL Games On Paid Streaming Platforms Amid Trump Admin Scrutiny
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell defended the league's decision to air games on paid streaming platforms despite criticism from President Trump and others. Goodell emphasized that over 87% of NFL games are still available on free television, ensuring access for local fans. The league faces scrutiny regarding its distribution model as streaming becomes more prevalent.
- ▪Goodell stated that the NFL is proud of its policies and the availability of its games.
- ▪President Trump expressed discontent with the NFL's shift towards paid streaming services.
- ▪The U.S. Department of Justice has launched an antitrust investigation into the NFL following concerns raised by media mogul Rupert Murdoch.
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Sports Goodell Defends Decision To Air NFL Games On Paid Streaming Platforms Amid Trump Admin Scrutiny (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images) Andrew Powell Sports Reporter May 21, 2026 2:53 PM ET May 21, 2026 2:53 PM ET Andrew Powell Sports Reporter Font Size: const observer = new MutationObserver((mutations) => { const adDivToHide = document.querySelector("#dailycaller_incontent_1"); if (adDivToHide && dc_noads_page) { adDivToHide.classList.add("hide-premium", "hide-free"); observer.disconnect(); console.log("Ad div found and hidden"); } }); observer.observe(document.body, { childList: true, subtree: true }); Fans who are older remember the days when almost all NFL contests were broadcasted on outlets such as CBS, FOX and NBC.
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