Russell Wilson advocates for NFL expansion to London during recent comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated that the league plans to introduce franchises outside the U.S. in the future. Russell Wilson, a former quarterback, has endorsed London as the best location for an NFL expansion team. He highlighted the city's history of hosting international NFL games and its attractive financial and media market. Wilson noted that the growing popularity of the game makes London a viable choice for a future franchise, although a move is unlikely within the next five years.
- •NFL plans to introduce franchises outside the U.S. in the future.
- •London has hosted more international NFL games than any other city.
- •Russell Wilson supports London as the ideal location for expansion.
- •Wilson cites London's financial market and energy around sports.
- •Expansion to London is seen as a possibility but not imminent.
- 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — ‘The best place to do it’ – Russell Wilson has already backed NFL expansion to major European city
"NFL commissioner Roger Goodell recently claimed that the league will definitely introduce new franchises outside the United States one day. The NFL has travelled all around the world over the last two decades, with games in London, Dublin, Munich, Mexico City, Sao Paulo, and several other cities.
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