• Loading stock data...
Wednesday, March 25, 2026

NFL Continues International Expansion Into Australia

NFL-International
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The NFL took another major step in its plans to grow its international business to $1 billion over the next 10 years — including its first foray Down Under.

On Tuesday, the league assigned general managers to two key markets: Henry Hodgson for the U.K. and Charlotte Offord for Australia. Hodgson was formerly the NFL’s vice president of international marketing, and Offord was its U.K. senior director of marketing.

Offord, who worked on the NFL’s development in the U.K. for a decade, will serve as the league’s first on-the-ground presence in Australia.

Both will work toward driving fan growth, football development, and revenue in their respective territories.

The pair start their new roles in July, as the NFL continues its international expansion. 

The league already has 150 million international fans — and expects 50 million more in the next decade. In December, 18 teams received approval to market and commercialize in 26 International Home Marketing Areas in eight different countries.

Linkedin
Whatsapp
Copy Link
Link Copied
Link Copied

What to Read

NFL Plans to Avoid ‘Fail Mary’ Repeat With Replay Safety Net

As the labor situation stalls, the league makes more alternate plans.

NFL-Backed Flag Football Event Draws Sub-650K TV Audience

The Tom Brady-led event draws a relatively low audience.
Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin before an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
exclusive

Mike Tomlin Signs With Sports Media Agency The Montag Group

Tomlin is widely regarded as one of the top media free agents.
Sep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; The Philadelphia Eagles execute a tush push for a first down against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field.

NFL Rule Proposals Don’t Include Ban on Tush Push

The oft-debated play will not be reconsidered at the annual league meeting.

Featured Today

Maxime Vachier Lagrave

The Planet’s Best Chess Players Are Having Their LIV Golf Moment

Chess’s most prestigious tournament is battling a splashy Saudi event.
Beau Brune/LSU
March 22, 2026

College Athletic Departments Are Becoming Media Companies

“There’s only so many tickets you can sell, but content is infinite.”
March 18, 2026

AI College Recruiting Reels Aren’t Fooling Scouts

College coaches and recruiters are way ahead of cheating athletes.
March 7, 2026

Alex Eala Has Become One of the Biggest Draws in Tennis

Eala will face Coco Gauff in the third round at Indian Wells.

TGL Season 2 Wraps As Media Rights Talks, Expansion Plans Loom

Los Angeles Golf Club won the SoFi Cup on Tuesday night.
Oct 5, 2018; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Supersonics fan Ervin Fleshman of Edison, Washington holds a sign with his mother Allison (right) during pregame warmups for a game between the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings at KeyArena.
March 25, 2026

Why Seattle’s New NBA Team Would Be the Sonics Again

A 2008 agreement protects the team’s IP.
Mar 23, 2026; Mesa, Arizona, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) fields the ball against the Chicago Cubs in the third inning at Sloan Park.
March 25, 2026

MLB Media Strategy Goes National—and Fans Might Get Confused

The league looks to nationalize its media profile more.
Sponsored

Why Capital Is Flooding Into Women’s Soccer

Assia Grazioli-Venier breaks down how she evaluates opportunities across the sports landscape.
March 25, 2026

NBA Paves Way for Expansion to Seattle, Las Vegas

The league is now officially exploring new teams in both cities.
Mar 7, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; TCU Horned Frogs guard Olivia Miles (5) attempts to drive the ball past Kansas State Wildcats forward Nastja Claessens (4) during the second half at T-Mobile Center.
March 24, 2026

How Much Will the WNBA’s No. 1 Pick Earn in 2026?

Lottery picks will receive full salary protection their rookie season.
Dec 16, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) is guarded by Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the first quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
March 24, 2026

NBPA Rips Participation Policy, 65-Game Awards Rule

The statements come amid widespread discussion regarding tanking in the NBA.
[US, Mexico & Canada customers only] Feb 5, 2026; Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA; Sergio Garcia in action during the second round of play at LIV Golf Riyadh at the Riyadh Golf Club.
March 24, 2026

PGA Tour, LIV Golf Showing No Signs of 2027 Truce

LIV has already scheduled four events for next year.