The weekend is here so here’s to the journey from your office chair to the couch.
Cheers,
The Last Night’s Game
NFL (National Football League)
Let’s start this newsletter off with a little fashion—kind of. The NFL is implementing new rules this season, but one obvious one you might not notice is the change in jersey numbers. Previously there were strict rules about who can wear which jersey numbers. Single-digit numbers were reserved for quarterbacks, kickers and punters. Now five other offensive positions can wear a single-digit number if they want to. But there’s a catch. If a player wants to change their uniform number for the upcoming season this fall, they have to buy out the existing allotment of jerseys with their current number. CLEARANCE SALE
Overtime
The first league to host a sporting event after the world shut down last year was UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). Now they’re setting another milestone that is just as controversial. They’re hosting UFC 261 this weekend in Florida with three title fights, but none of the 15,000 fans are required to wear a mask. SO THERE’S THAT
Sideline stat
The New York Knicks (NBA – National Basketball Association) have been bad for a very long time but have maintained a passionate fan base. Because they set the bar so low, fans are amped about the prospect that they’ll make the playoffs this season. The team has the NBA’s longest active winning streak right now at eight games. The fans are clearly enjoying it and even LeBron James has taken notice, saying the NBA is better when the Knicks are winning. A BITE OF THE BIG APPLE
Coaches’ corner
The PGA (Professional Golfers Association) realized that their players’ social media accounts are valuable. So much so that they’re willing to support the cause with a $40 million bonus pool. The pool will reward players who boost publicity and engagement. This is good news for golfers like Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods, who have over 2 million followers. COST PER CLICK
