This past Monday following our regularly scheduled classes the Sports and Globalization crew had a special treat as we were given the gracious opportunity to speak with the director of public affairs for the NFL Europe branch Mr. David Tossell. Dressed in our finest garbs, we headed for the NFL offices for a private meeting in which Mr. Tossell depicted the history of the NFL’s efforts to capture a highly desirable European front for professional American football. We learned that although past efforts have been somewhat ineffective that there is a bright future for professional american football in London (London Jaguars perhaps?). Following his lesson Mr. Tossell listened to and answered each and everyone of our questions ranging from complications arising for player acquisition to inadequate cheerleader compensation to even the salary cap when taking into account currency exchange. We were very thankful for the time he spent with us and left with a new appreciation the potential globalization efforts of a truly American sport.
-Dylan
