College Football Week 1 Recap: Upsets Galore, Record Viewership, and NFL Kickoff! | Ep 37

The Business of Sport by Sportsfinda

In this episode, we dive deep into the thrilling Week 1 of College Football, featuring shocking upsets from LSU, TCU, and Clemson. Discover the staggering viewership numbers for the Florida State vs. Louisiana State matchup, breaking records and making a $30 million economic impact in Orlando. We also explore the significant economic influence of college football in Alabama and share insights on NBC's college football coverage, including the historic streaming success of Michigan's game. But that's not all! We also cover the NFL's kickoff with jaw-dropping TV deals exceeding $100 billion, highlight the new era in Washington football, and discuss the intriguing developments regarding Manchester United potentially being taken off the market by the Glazers. Plus, don't miss out on Viacom18's game-changing deal securing global broadcast rights for Indian cricket, including exciting details about the matches and the competitive bidding war that led to a record-breaking agreement. Tune in for all the latest sports and entertainment updates!