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In Social Studies / College | 2025-07-06

Which professional league was the first to take financial advantage of the Sports Broadcasting Act permitting league-wide media rights?
A. MLB
B. NFL
C. NBA
D. NHL

Asked by fowler0511

Answer (1)

The NFL was the first professional league to effectively take financial advantage of the Sports Broadcasting Act, leading to significant TV contract negotiations that enhanced its financial growth. This act allowed leagues to collectively negotiate rights, transforming the sports broadcasting landscape. While other leagues, such as MLB, NBA, and NHL, followed, the NFL was the pioneer in exploiting these regulations. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06