Commenters escalate criticism to accusations of institutional corruption
2 Sep 22 7:30 AM · 1d ago · 6 comments · 1 source · development 2 of 5
Replies characterize the NFL as a casino rather than a sports league, with references to refs as dealers and systematic corruption.
“The NFL isn't a sports league anymore. They're a casino. And the refs are the dealers.”
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The NFL isn’t a sports league anymore. They’re a casino. And the refs are the dealers.
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It's corporate, capitalist trash. Every bit of it. If you enjoy the sport, go watch & support your local community team. Much better value 👍
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I'd happily go back to MOTD, Football Focus and an actual live premier league game on a Sunday afternoon with a few cup matches per season on TV Players could live on twenty grand a week and ticket prices wouldn't cost a mortgage
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Agree. I hate the betting ads. And I can envision something… directed at possible injured players. Horrible!
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Makes me happier every day that I don't pay much attention to college or pro sports.
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