There are several reasons why the dramatic victory by the Green Bay Packers over the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL Playoffs is good for the NFL. Relatively small states like Wisconsin with small town experiences root and toot their Cheeseheads a little differently. Similarly, it is probably not a coincidence that the small population center of Green Bay has a semblance of public ownership, albeit through symbolic shares without controlling interests. Packers’ fans have Aaron Rodgers. As for NFL economics, it is good that small market franchises enjoy on-field success.

Source: Forbes January 16, 2017 19:22 UTC