# NFL Faces Regulatory Scrutiny, NWSL Columbus Pays Record $205M, Nine Network Secures NBL Rights

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Podcast: [Sports Geek Rapid Rundown](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sports-geek-rapid-rundown-7105230)
Published: 2026-04-22T22:20:14+00:00
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The NFL defends its streaming strategy to regulators, Columbus pays a record $205 million NWSL expansion fee, and Nine Network secures NBL broadcast rights. Plus Rugby Australia's $70.6 million surplus and how creativity is reshaping sports marketing - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

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