Overview
- The 49ers–Rams matchup in Melbourne is being offered with four or five additional games in a five- or six-game package, according to multiple reports.
- The bundle is expected to include four international windows that reverted to the league following the Disney/ESPN-NFL Network deal.
- Fox and YouTube previously showed interest in the Australia game, and the NFL is engaging both incumbents and potential new bidders with no buyer finalized.
- Reporting pegs the potential payout for the mini-package in the range of roughly $500 million to $1 billion.
- The Melbourne game is targeted for Wednesday, September 9, or Thursday, September 10, and the Seahawks’ home opener is expected to occupy the other night as the NFL also explores adding a Thanksgiving Eve game and another Black Friday slot.