The domed stadium thread and a recent PTI episode got me thinking.
The Frozen Tundra NFC Championship game of '66 and harsh northern clime weather of early January was one factor for why the NFL set it up so that the last game would be played at a neutral site (less Tampa and LA games of late) that was warm or domed. The other reason that has grown out of this siting decision was the ability the for the league to plan out in advance the set up of their 2 week hype machine complete with it's own media circus. Neutral siting for a fairness rational was also a driving factor. So, much like the Olympics and the IOC's site selection, the Super Bowl siting has become somewhat more about the money with the emphasis on the destination site and not the local fans buying tickets and providing butts in the seats cheering on their team.
Given that the date of the game has now been moved back to mid Feb. our global warming allows for less concern for really harsh weather, would you be in favor of the NFL to play the game at one of the team's home field? With either alternate or best record as criteria for site selection.
It definitely would allow for the home fans to be more involved. The stands to be filled with cheers and boos. More energy and less Benjamins.
The Frozen Tundra NFC Championship game of '66 and harsh northern clime weather of early January was one factor for why the NFL set it up so that the last game would be played at a neutral site (less Tampa and LA games of late) that was warm or domed. The other reason that has grown out of this siting decision was the ability the for the league to plan out in advance the set up of their 2 week hype machine complete with it's own media circus. Neutral siting for a fairness rational was also a driving factor. So, much like the Olympics and the IOC's site selection, the Super Bowl siting has become somewhat more about the money with the emphasis on the destination site and not the local fans buying tickets and providing butts in the seats cheering on their team.
Given that the date of the game has now been moved back to mid Feb. our global warming allows for less concern for really harsh weather, would you be in favor of the NFL to play the game at one of the team's home field? With either alternate or best record as criteria for site selection.
It definitely would allow for the home fans to be more involved. The stands to be filled with cheers and boos. More energy and less Benjamins.
