College football has turned pro. Let’s talk about those tax breaks.
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One of the great business triumphs of 2024 was the successful launch of America’s newest professional football league. This was not an easy feat, as the demise of the XFL and multiple previous failures attest.
Their struggles make the fabulous debut of the Triple-A NFL even more impressive. Oh, sorry for any confusion. You may still be calling it “college football,” an antique usage that soon should be replaced by something more descriptive.
Originally published: January 21, 2025
Author: Mitch Daniels
Position: President Emeritus
Institution: Purdue University
Published by: The Washington Post