NFL Fans, Players React to Chiefs-Dolphins Playoff Game Exclusive to Peacock
Chiefs' Charles Omenihu Offers Free Peacock Subscriptions Amid Backlash Over Streaming-Only Game
- NFL fans are upset that the Chiefs-Dolphins playoff game will be exclusively streamed on NBC's Peacock, marking the first time an NFL playoff game will air solely on a streaming platform.
- Fans outside of the Kansas City and Miami markets will need to subscribe to Peacock to watch the game, leading to widespread frustration and criticism on social media.
- Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu has responded to the backlash by offering to give away 90 three-month subscriptions to Peacock so fans can watch the game.
- Despite the controversy, the NFL's deal with Peacock for the exclusive rights to the game is reportedly worth around $110 million.
- Former WFAN host Mike Francesa criticized the NFL for the decision, calling it a 'slap in the face' to the league's fanbase.