NFL Faces Antitrust Lawsuit Over Bluesky Ban for Teams

Two fans claim the league's policy barring teams from Bluesky violates antitrust laws and restricts fan engagement options.

The lawsuit, filed by two NFL fans in New York, argues that the league's policy preventing teams from joining Bluesky constitutes an unlawful restraint of commerce and competition.
The plaintiffs allege that the NFL's exclusive partnership with X (formerly Twitter) unfairly limits teams' ability to engage with fans on alternative platforms like Bluesky.
The complaint highlights that Bluesky, a new social media platform with over 30 million users, is seen as a competitor to X, where the NFL has a content-sharing agreement.
The NFL has not publicly commented on the lawsuit but is expected to argue that its policies are consistent with its rights as a private organization and do not harm market competition.
Legal experts note that the case could face challenges, as antitrust law requires proof of significant harm to competition, and the NFL may seek dismissal or arbitration.