Mike Tirico Wants NFL to Aggressively Ramp Up Flex Scheduling

Veteran NFL commentator Mike Tirico has expressed his desire for the league to more aggressively utilize its flexible scheduling policies. During a panel discussion at the FOS Tuned In summit in New York, Tirico suggested that the NFL could adopt a more predictable schedule like that of the Premier League. He proposed laying out a match window for a specific week and then assigning time slots weeks in advance.

This approach, Tirico believes, would allow the league to reserve prime time spots for the best games, such as those scheduled for early Sunday mornings and late afternoon or evening broadcasts.

Tirico acknowledged the challenges of scheduling games on Thursdays, as the puzzle has to be intricately and fairly arranged for all teams involved. While the NFL currently employs flexible scheduling to some extent, Tirico argued that a more structured system could benefit both the teams and the fans. By spreading out favorable matchups across different times, the league could enhance the overall viewing experience, especially for those who might not have the luxury of watching multiple games on Sundays.