Scott Hanson proposes league-wide bye week if NFL moves to 18-game season

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 24

Hanson, 54, discussed the idea in a Fox News Digital interview, suggesting a midseason break for all teams if the NFL adds an 18th regular season game.
He noted this change would require agreement among the league, NFLPA, and business partners, and could push the Super Bowl date even further into February, possibly beyond Valentine’s Day.
Hanson expressed personal enthusiasm for more games, highlighting increased action for fans, while emphasizing the complexity and scale of negotiations needed before such a schedule expansion could occur.

How can the NFL guarantee an 18th game won't sacrifice player health for league profits?

If 18 games pass, is a 20-game season the inevitable next step for the NFL's expansion?

Will an extended season force NFL teams to adopt NBA-style 'load management,' hurting the game's quality?

Could a 20-week season with two byes actually improve player recovery over the current format?

Is the 18-game schedule simply a vehicle to make a global, 16-game international series a reality?

How will a Super Bowl after Valentine's Day permanently alter the landscape of American sports?