Why streaming will destroy the typical sports fan

Опубликовано: 23 Июль 2026
на канале: Search Party
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Every sports fan has probably noticed that it has become more expensive to watch live sports. A recent analysis found that an NFL fan would need to spend more than $800 to have access to every game this season. This video explains how a colossal shift in the sports media landscape is driving up prices for fans – and helping transform who and how they root for their favorites.

Special thanks to:
Ampere Analytics
Daniel Monaghan

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