**Fans Frustrated by Spike in Commercials During NFL RedZone’s Week 7 Broadcast**
Fans expressed their frustration after noticing a sharp increase in commercials during NFL RedZone’s Week 7 broadcast. This rise in ads came just weeks after the network introduced a format featuring four 15-second commercial spots—a move many believed would eventually expand.
“Commercials were noticeably more frequent on today’s RedZone Channel,” wrote Pro Football Talk’s Michael David Smith on Sunday. “The NFL has taken a product that fans could once turn on and enjoy nothing but football all day Sunday and turned it into a product riddled with commercial interruptions.”
### Fan Reactions on Social Media
Many fans turned to X (formerly Twitter) to voice their disappointment:
– “The rich are never satisfied,” a fan tweeted, echoing a sentiment shared by others.
– Another remarked, “It’s not as good anymore with so many fewer games in the 4 o’clock window. Now there is an international game every week and seems like extra Monday Night Football games every other week. One to two fewer games are featured every week.”
– “As predicted, as expected,” wrote one user.
– Tagging popular podcaster Pat McAfee, a fan commented, “@PatMcAfeeShow you went on a rant about this, and now look who was right. Take 30 mins today to talk about this like you did last time you tried to speak for everyone.”
– “As usual, capitalism ruins everything,” another fan lamented.
– “Fell for it again award,” one user quipped sarcastically.
### The Changing Face of NFL RedZone
Scott Hanson, the longtime host who once opened every show promising “seven hours of commercial-free football,” has since dropped that iconic line. After testing ads in 2024, RedZone made their inclusion permanent this season.
With ESPN set to take over NFL media rights in 2026, fans do not anticipate any reduction in commercials. For many, the frustration is less about the ads themselves, and more about losing what made NFL RedZone unique: uninterrupted football action.
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### ESPN’s Monday Night Football Doubleheaders to End Pending NFL Network Deal Completion
ESPN’s final “Monday Night Football” (MNF) doubleheader of 2025 may mark the end of their overlapping game strategy. This adjustment hinges on Disney’s $2 billion agreement with the NFL, which would grant the league a 10% equity stake in ESPN and transfer NFL Network and NFL RedZone rights to Disney.
If approved, ESPN’s schedule will expand to 28 stand-alone broadcasts, doing away with doubleheaders that have frustrated fans and led to declining ratings. This season, only one of six doubleheader games attracted more than 15 million viewers.
The deal is currently pending U.S. regulatory approval and must be finalized by spring 2026 to take effect for the next season. It promises to ensure that each ESPN-controlled game airs in its prime time slot, improving the viewing experience for fans.
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### About the Author
*Nishant* is a Delhi-based journalist at Sportskeeda specializing in High School Sports. He holds a degree in Mathematical Sciences and is pursuing a Master’s in Operational Research at Delhi University. With over four years of experience, Nishant prides himself on delivering precise and insightful sports information.
He is passionate about cricket, football, basketball, and chess, frequently writing analysis and event coverage. His favorite team is the Michigan Wolverines, whose unbeaten season and championship win he especially enjoyed—particularly when coach Jim Harbaugh fulfilled his promise of getting a tattoo.
When not working or watching sports, Nishant enjoys playing football and writing poetry. Wrapping his content in humor with relatable memes and defending his heart out on the football field is what motivates him every day.
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