07-18-2024, 12:59 PM
NFL economics are relatively simple. The rev share is approx $150MM higher than the salary cap. Coaching staffs vary, but assume $30-$40mm for that still at $100mm.
Then throw in another couple hundred million for tickets, concessions, merchandising, etc.
There is PLENTY of cash to go around. Most NFL teams don't have more than 100 employees (not counting the players and coaching staffs listed above).
The advantage that the really rich owners have is in drawing Free Agents and coaches. A non cash strapped owner can pay higher signing bonuses and pay a lot more for coaches.
Otherwise, it's a very level playing field. Hence why it's such a good product.
Then throw in another couple hundred million for tickets, concessions, merchandising, etc.
There is PLENTY of cash to go around. Most NFL teams don't have more than 100 employees (not counting the players and coaching staffs listed above).
The advantage that the really rich owners have is in drawing Free Agents and coaches. A non cash strapped owner can pay higher signing bonuses and pay a lot more for coaches.
Otherwise, it's a very level playing field. Hence why it's such a good product.
