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The statistics are telling—a staggering 25 out of 32 NFL teams are experiencing a drop in ratings. Major cities with a rich football culture, such as Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and New York, are facing sharp declines in audience engagement. A significant contributing factor may lie in the NFL's recent changes, notably the addition of a 17th game to the regular season. What was envisioned as a strategy to enhance entertainment has instead contributed to viewer fatigue.