So, Superbowl 49 just passed by. It was awesome, the Patriots were on fire, Katy Perry was great, and the SeaHawks fought hard. Anyways, let's just get right to it.
Cities that deserve to have an NFL team
1. Mexico City
So I strongly believe Mexico City should have an NFL team. The population in Mexico City is more than nine million people, and people would die for an NFL team in Mexico City. There’s the gigantic historic Estadio Azteca to play at and I can guarantee you that the home games would be sold out. The fanbase is strong, there’s a stadium, the city could support a team, and it would make the NFL more international. I don’t see why not.
2. Hawaii
Hawaii will be a perfect location for an NFL team, and with the pro bowl played there, it would make perfect sense to establish and NFL team in this part of the USA. The sun and tropical settings would attract sponsors and fans, and they could have some fun
designing those jerseys. Aloha stadium could be used as a field. Plus, it would be just nice to play or watch an NFL game in paradise.
3. Canada
More specifically, Toronto, Canada. Canada already has multiple NHL teams, and Canada supports their teams. Toronto has been hosting many of the Buffalo Bills game. I think the area would make a great addition, plus it is close the the USA, and you would add one more country to the NFL.
4. Los Angeles
The second largest city, and it doesn't have an NFL team? How, and why? LA definitely has the money to have a team; it has potential stadiums, or could even construct a new one. This city has been waiting for a new team; give them a team, or move a team, like the Jaguars to LA. No offense Jaguars.
5. Las Vegas
Las Vegas should definitely get an NFL team. Why? Well first of all, Las Vegas would be an exciting place to live for many players. The city could totally afford an NFL team, with stadium and all. The population in Vegas is big and many would go watch the home games. After all what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. 
6. El Paso, Texas
So, many of you may not even know where El Paso is, but did you know where Jacksonville was? El Paso is the 19th biggest city in America. Many of my family was born there and the people are really nice there. It would generate money, and it would be a great place for NFL matches. 
7. London
Why London? First of all London could definitely support a team. London has hosted multiple NFL games over the years and London has shown that they want an NFL team. Not only would it generate tons of money, but it would also generate interest of 
football in Europe, a continent where they don’t really know much about football. I think it’s a great idea.
8. NYC or Brooklyn
Sure, there are the Jets and the Giants, but come on, they kind of stink (at least the Jets do), and none of those two teams actually play in NY. What I am saying here is a football team that actually plays in NYC, or Brooklyn. It’s the biggest U.S. city. It deserves better teams.
9. Tokyo, Japan
Just imagine, a football team in Japan. So, they play rugby in Japan, which from what I know is like football. I think having a football team in Japan, would generate some football interest in Asia, but also be really interesting. Imagine a game in which Tokyo plays New England, in Tokyo. 
10. Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City hosted the Winter Olympic games in 2002. This means that it can definitely support an NFL team. Plus, Salt Lake City is bigger than Buffalo, Jacksonville and Cincinnati, which all have NFL teams. Plus the people of Utah really love their college football team, and I think they could definitely support a great NFL team.
So the NFL has 32 teams, Patriots, Giants, Eagles, Saints, Jaguars, etc, etc. The last team added to the list were the Texans in 2002. Since then the NFL has consisted of 32 teams, and they have a pretty good system. The 32 teams are split into two conferences, the National and the American. Each conference has four divisions--north, south, west, east. Each team is in a division according to its home city or area. For example, the Houston Texans are in the AFC South, and the New England Patriots are in the AFC East. Get it? After the whole season the best two teams from each division go into the playoffs. If you lose, you are out. The best teams from the American and National conferences go into the Super Bowl. Which I am not going to explain, because if you don't know what the Super Bowl is, you need to do some reading on your own. Anyway the concept works great. So, why screw this perfect concept up?
The thing is, if you win the Super Bowl, sure it’s a great honor, but you are definitely not world champions, and since only a few American cities have NFL teams, you are not even the champions of America. If you win the World Cup, you truly are the world champions. In the NFL not really. But, the NFL wants to fix this by giving football an international appeal, expanding the league. The NFL wants to do this, they really do, but they can’t. They already have a perfect concept and it works out great. They could replace teams, or relocate team like the Jaguars to LA, or the Bills to Toronto. There is also another way.
Try to stay with me. So you could add two more conferences, add another 32 teams, 16 teams per conference. Add a bunch of new teams from all over the world. The two new conferences would also have four divisions, the best two from each division from the two new conferences would go to the playoffs. The AFC and NFC would continue like normal; the best team in the NFC and the AFC still play each other, like always, just that the team that wins that game doesn't win it all. They are just assured of a place in the Super Bowl. So the winner of the NFC vs AFC game, (previously the Super Bowl), would just be assured a place in the big international Super Bowl. The two new conferences would also have playoffs, just like the NFC and AFC did. The champion of each new conference would play each other, with the winner advancing to the big Super Bowl. So the Super Bowl would be the winner of the AFC champion vs the NFC champion game vs the winner of the two new conferences game. If you understand this, then you are awesome, and if you don’t, well good job trying. This system would give some lucky 32 cities all over the world to chance to shine in the NFL, it will generate money, attract fans, and spread the word of football. It would definitely make the NFL more interesting and international. This way if you win the Super Bowl, you really are world champions. Thanks for reading and be sure to check out more stories by the Tusker Tribune.
Certainly! The article touches upon several concepts related to the NFL and its potential expansion, citing various cities that could host new NFL teams and proposing an altered structure for the league to become more international. Let's break down the key concepts covered:
Cities Deserving NFL Teams:
- Mexico City: Highlights the immense population, fan enthusiasm, and infrastructure (Estadio Azteca) making it a viable NFL city.
- Hawaii: Emphasizes the attractive setting, potential for fan engagement, and the use of Aloha Stadium.
- Canada (Toronto): Points out Canada's support for sports, citing the success of NHL teams and the potential for adding an NFL team.
- Los Angeles: Discusses the absence of an NFL team despite the city's size, wealth, and available or potential stadiums.
- Las Vegas: Talks about the allure of the city, financial viability, and the potential fanbase.
- El Paso, Texas: Advocates for the inclusion of this city due to its size, potential financial gain, and support for NFL matches.
- London: Suggests London as a potential international NFL city, highlighting previous NFL games hosted there and the potential to spark European interest in football.
- New York City/Brooklyn: Discusses the desire for a team actually based in NYC or Brooklyn, citing the perceived underperformance of the Jets and Giants.
- Tokyo, Japan: Imagines the possibility of NFL expansion into Asia, leveraging rugby's popularity as a potential segue.
- Salt Lake City: Argues that the city's previous hosting of the Winter Olympics demonstrates its ability to support an NFL team, citing local enthusiasm for college football.
NFL Structure and Expansion:
- Current NFL Structure: Explains the existing system of 32 teams divided into two conferences (AFC and NFC), each having four divisions.
- Playoffs and Super Bowl: Outlines how the top teams from each division compete in playoffs leading to the Super Bowl, the ultimate championship game.
- Critique of "World Champions": Raises the point that winning the Super Bowl doesn't necessarily equate to being world champions, considering the limited scope of the league.
- Proposed Expanded Structure: Introduces a radical idea of adding two more conferences, each with 16 teams, maintaining divisions and playoffs, leading to a "big international Super Bowl." The winning team from AFC vs. NFC game faces the victor of the two new conferences for the ultimate championship.
Conclusion:
- Benefits of Expansion: Argues that this expansion would globalize the NFL, generate revenue, attract more fans, and truly crown a world champion, elevating the league's international profile.
The article, while speculative, touches on the potential for NFL expansion into new markets and proposes a revised structure to accommodate this expansion while maintaining the essence of the Super Bowl as the pinnacle of achievement.
