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Germany's NFL Surge: Two Annual Games Proposed

11/7/2025

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Bjorn Werner, the former Colts defensive end and host of Germany's largest American football podcast, discussed the NFL's rising popularity in Germany on the SBJ Sports Media Podcast.
He noted the shift from niche to mainstream, with merchandise sales booming and games sold out.
Werner expressed skepticism about establishing a permanent NFL franchise in Europe.
He proposed that Germany host two NFL games annually, ideally in Berlin and Munich.

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Story summary

Bjorn Werner, the former Colts defensive end and host of Germany's largest American football podcast, discussed the NFL's rising popularity in Germany on the SBJ Sports Media Podcast.
He noted the shift from niche to mainstream, with merchandise sales booming and games sold out.
Werner expressed skepticism about establishing a permanent NFL franchise in Europe.
He proposed that Germany host two NFL games annually, ideally in Berlin and Munich.