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Mushnick, P. (2026, September 19). NFL pregame shows have become unwatchable — and here’s how to fix it. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/09/19/sports/nfl-pregame-shows-have-become-unwatchable-and-heres-one-way-to-fix-it/
Mushnick, Phil. “NFL pregame shows have become unwatchable — and here’s how to fix it.” New York Post, 19 Sept. 2026, https://nypost.com/2026/09/19/sports/nfl-pregame-shows-have-become-unwatchable-and-heres-one-way-to-fix-it/.
Mushnick, Phil. “NFL pregame shows have become unwatchable — and here’s how to fix it.” New York Post, September 19, 2026. https://nypost.com/2026/09/19/sports/nfl-pregame-shows-have-become-unwatchable-and-heres-one-way-to-fix-it/.
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Phil Mushnick from the New York Post criticizes NFL pregame shows, deeming them "unwatchable" due to their repetitive and uninspiring content. According to Mushnick, these programs rely on shallow interviews asking predictable questions like "When did you realize that you have such a talent?" The shows feature interchangeable panelists discussing unoriginal topics, making the broadcasts feel redundant and dull. Despite occasional changes in hosts, the format remains stagnant, with viewers preferring to skip them rather than tune in. Mushnick suggests that these pregame shows epitomize TV's struggle to innovate and provide engaging content for the 21st century.
