Netflix's partnership with the NFL has drawn significant criticism from fans, who have deemed the streaming service the least favored among the league's partners.
According to Breitbart, the primary grievance this Christmas season stemmed from a poorly timed interview featuring former players during the Commanders-Cowboys matchup. The broadcast team, consisting of Ian Eagle, Matt Ryan, and Nate Burleson, conducted a Zoom interview with ex-Cowboy Emmitt Smith and former Redskin Clinton Portis while the game was in progress. This decision was met with disapproval from viewers, who felt it detracted from the live action.
However, the dissatisfaction extended beyond the in-game interviews. Fans also voiced concerns about persistent technical issues, such as buffering and picture quality, which mirrored complaints from the previous year. Many speculated that Netflix had not made any efforts to address these problems, leading to frustration with both the streaming service and the NFL for not holding Netflix accountable.
In May, Netflix secured a three-year agreement with the NFL, granting them the rights to stream two regular-season games annually on Christmas Day during Week 17. As the deal approaches its final year, fans are left wondering whether improvements will be made to enhance their viewing experience.
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