JOURNAL ARTICLE

Why All Americans Should be Football Fans.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Rogers, Todd; Feldman, Audrey 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the social and civic benefits of being a football fan, particularly in relation to the NFL. It highlights research from Harvard University showing that sports fandom fosters wider friendship networks, stronger feelings of belonging, and reduced loneliness, serving as a unifying institution in a time of political polarization and declining traditional community ties. The NFL attracts diverse audiences across political, gender, and racial lines, making it one of the few broadly representative American institutions. Despite ongoing issues within the league, such as head trauma and racial disparities, fandom offers accessible opportunities for social connection and community building.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2025/09, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:187786981
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