The NFL is pushing for an 18-game season, a move that would change the league’s calendar significantly. If this happens, it would mean offseason events like the Scouting Combine, free agency, and the draft would be pushed back to later in the year. This expansion of the offseason could increase the league’s presence on the sports calendar.
The possibility of moving the Super Bowl to President’s Day Weekend has been proposed as a way to garner support for this change. However, the NFL Players Association may push back for a second bye week, which would require the season to start on Labor Day Weekend. Despite potential pushback from players and fans alike, it seems that more football is on the horizon for the NFL. The league’s desire for more games and revenue is driving this push for an expanded season.
