The Future of NFL Schedules: Goodell’s Logical Assumptions and Potential Impact on Players

The Washington Commanders have had a successful season, finishing with a record of 12-5 under head coach Dan Quinn. However, the future of the team and the entire NFL may be in for a significant change according to Commissioner Roger Goodell.

In a recent interview with Bloomberg on The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations, Goodell discussed the possibility of expanding the regular season to 18 games. He stated, “We would keep within that 20-game framework. We went to 16 and four, and now 17 and three. So 18 and two is a logical step.”

While the idea of more regular season games may excite fans and increase ticket sales, there are concerns to address. The NFL Players Association (NFLPA) will need to consider the potential increase in injuries and the impact on young and unproven players who may lose valuable playing time in the preseason.

Goodell claims that the increase to 17 games has not led to more injuries, but the issue of adjusted compensation and an increased salary cap will likely be a point of discussion between the league and the NFLPA.

As the Commanders and the rest of the NFL prepare for potential changes, fans can stay updated with CommanderGameday and the Locked On Commanders podcast for free coverage throughout the 2024 season. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.