The Packers in their application emphasized team and league history and the resources Green Bay will have, including the new Titletown District west of Lambeau Field. Hotel rooms are the biggest issue, Murphy said.

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I don't really get how market size matters with this, but I acknowledge my business savvy is lacking. The podium and backdrop look identical whether you're in Resch, MSG, or any other basketball arena. I really don't think a 49'ers or Bengals fan gives a shit if their first round pick is announced in Green Bay vs. LA.

Originally Posted by: musccy 

It would be a fine thing for Green Bay to host an NFL Draft, but let's look at the big picture.

The NFL Owners are looking to maximize not only their Leagues exposure with the draft, but their corporate sponsors as well. You will never see this event held in a Jacksonville, Fla. or Buffalo, NY. . Only cities like Los Angles, Atlanta, New York, or Miami have a real chance to host such event . Such cities have the facilities to better cater to the activities that rich sponsors hold. The Dew Drop Lounge at the Holiday Inn does not cut it with the big boys. They need places to hold their Huge Parties and film their new and veteran athletes promoting their products, the Moose Lodge Hall does not fill the requirements.

The smaller market NFL cities are as good a place to live and work as any of the larger market cities, but there is more to an NFL Draft than a large enough theater or arena to hold it in.


GO PACK GO !!

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Originally Posted by: Smokey 

They won't allow a super bowl here. The LEAST they can do is give GB a few draft years.

Originally Posted by: Cheesey