News Summary

• The NFL is facing renewed scrutiny after the U.S. Department of Justice reportedly launched an investigation into its media rights deals.
• The probe focuses on whether the league’s distribution model limits competition and drives up costs for viewers.
• Estimates suggest viewers spent hundreds of dollars last season, with some calculations nearing $765 to access full coverage.
• Meanwhile, the NFL continues to generate nearly $11 billion annually from media rights.
• In 2024, a jury ruled that the NFL violated antitrust laws in its “Sunday Ticket” package, though a judge later overturned the verdict due to issues with the testimony.