The article critiques the proposal for an 18-game NFL season, expressing discontent with both the current 17-game format and the past 16-game format. The author highlights a preference for the 14-game season, citing its symmetry and equitable distribution of opponents based on previous season standings. Concerns about the legitimacy of records set after the 1977 season also feature prominently as the author grapples with the perceived erosion of the sport's structure and clarity due to its evolving game schedules. The writer encourages discussions on the topic in the comment section.
The appeal of a symmetrical schedule was clear with the 16-game format, as each NFL team faced an equal number of teams ranked from 1st to 4th place in the previous season.
I have serious issues with the lack of symmetry in a 17-game season, which disturbs my OCD tendencies and challenges the legitimacy of records set in this format.
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