The only content that can be shared by teams on social media is NFL-owned videos on Twitter and Snapchat. By limiting their posting power to reposting NFL-owned videos, this undeniably brings more traffic to the NFL's social media. These limitations allow for only one perspective of the game to be viewed — all of which is controlled by the NFL.
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| A tweet from Chad Ochocinco, a former wide receiver, mocking past fines from the NFL. |
If the rules are broken, a team can face up to $100,000 in fines. It is interesting that social media has become such a major part of not only every day life, but also major corporations. Although social media is meant to be used as a platform to share content and connect with others, the NFL's recent decision shows how being a part of a certain professional organization can limit the content you post.
As a college student, there is always someone dwelling on the importance of monitoring social media and considering how it could impact our future as young professionals. Although these limitations are only in place surrounding game time, it will be interesting to monitor the NFL's future requirements regarding social media.
Hi Catherine!
ReplyDeleteThis article is very interesting! As a news person, this makes me think that it almost makes their posts "old news" if they can't post things while it's happening. I feel like the audience would prefer things as it's happening especially since the capability to do so is there. Plus it takes the personal feel out of it since only NFL can post during those times.
-Alicia