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NFL's Economic Surge in the 1950s Revolutionizes American Sports Landscape.

Run to Glory and Profits: The Economic Rise of the NFL during the 1950s
David George Surdam

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The NFL became popular in the 1950s by bringing excitement and innovation to football games, leading to more fans and money. Teams used TV to reach a bigger audience. The league's success was helped by fair revenue sharing and a draft system. Despite competition from other leagues, the NFL stayed strong because fans loved the games.