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NFL commissioner says Charlotte needs more hotel rooms for Super Bowl bid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 7:53 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

NFL commissioner says Charlotte needs more hotel rooms for Super Bowl bid

Summary

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell emphasized that Charlotte must boost its hotel capacity to host a Super Bowl. Speaking to Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper, Goodell noted that while Charlotte currently has over 46,000 hotel rooms, events of this scale require a better mix of accommodations. The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority highlighted the importance of hotel location and quality in attracting major events. Charlotte aims to strengthen its position as a host for the NFL's biggest game, building on its recent history of hosting high-profile sporting events.

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•Goodell discussed the hotel situation with Tepper on July 24.
•Charlotte has more than 46,000 hotel rooms across 442 properties.
•The city includes nearly 3,900 luxury and upscale hotel rooms.
•Attracting major events requires strategic hotel mix and locations.
•Charlotte has hosted several significant sporting events recently.

Latest Updates

7:53 PMYahoo Sports — NFL commissioner tells David Tepper Charlotte needs more hotel capacity

What they're saying

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Charlotte could one day host a Super Bowl, but NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said the city will need more hotel rooms before it can make that happen.
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