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The author criticizes the NFL for seemingly undermining its own product. Recent seasons have seen a reduction in early window games on Red Zone—sometimes only six games are featured in a given week. When blowouts happen, the buffer of multiple compelling close games diminishes, reducing the excitement and potential for dramatic moments.
Furthermore, the NFL's expanded and seemingly reckless scheduling—such as simultaneous doubleheaders on Monday Night Football or international games starting as early as 8 a.m.—are seen as efforts to chase global markets at the expense of domestic fans' experience.