05 February 2007
I don't know if anyone else has heard of the NFL's decision to shut down Fall Creek Baptist Church's (
You may have the same questions I have about the clauses in the copyright law. What about a sports bar? They have several TV's and many of them are larger than 55 inches. Many of them charge a cover to watch the game. Well, my friend, they are ok. Why? According to the NFL, they can show the game because they offer TV programming as a part of their normal business activity. What about home TV parties? They are ok no matter what size TV or even if you charge your guests because it is in your home. They don't care about that! Your in-home viewing does not interfere with Nielsen ratings or the revenue the NFL receives for commercials, at $2 million for a 30-second spot. What do you think about the NFL's stance on out-of-home "Super Bowl" parties?
Listed below are a few points that Fall Creek were in violation.
1. One television of 55 inches or smaller.
2. No admission fees can be charged.
3. No use of the phrase "Super Bowl".
4. No use of the NFL or "Super Bowl" logo.
5. No use of the "Super Bowl" telecast in order to promote a message.
Fall Creek Baptist Church
Fox News Report on NFL and Fall Creek Baptist Church
Indianapolis Star Article on Fall Creek and the NFL
Labels: NFL...Personal Foul - Unsportsman-like Conduct