Dwayne The Rock Johnson Buying XFL Doesn't Ensure League Success

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, XFL purchase is the cause of excitement. At least, it's infinitely more interesting than the emergence of an unknown hedge fund manager as the new face of the bankrupt Spring League soccer

Dwayne The Rock Johnson Buying XFL Doesn't Ensure League Success

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, XFL purchase is the cause of excitement. At least, it's infinitely more interesting than the emergence of an unknown hedge fund manager as the new face of the bankrupt Spring League soccer. But the power of a Johnson star outside the field wouldn't mean much if XFL couldn't find better talent. Low-scoring games and neglected gameplay will continue to hold back fans, regardless of who sits on the league's executive wing.

Johnson is the group president who agreed to buy XFL for $ 15 million, according to a press release. Investors include his ex-wife and business partner Danny Garcia, along with RedBird Capital Partners. XFL declared bankruptcy of Chapter 11 on April 13, noting the financial difficulties of the coronavirus epidemic.

Vince McMahon's revival of XFL was supposed to be different from the volatility in the league for the opening season, on the way back in 2001. The WWE chief says he invested $ 200 million in the relaunched league, and former Commissioner Oliver Lake signed a massive $ 35 million contract, Filling the league office with experienced executives. Dwayne Johnson

The noise was achieved in the first week. XFL achieved instant success in ratings in the first week, attracting an average of 3.1 million viewers for its four games; But by the third week, it was attracting 1.61 million viewers in the competition. In other words, the league lost half of its fans in two weeks. By the fifth week - the last week before the rampant coronavirus pandemic forced the suspension of operations - every XFL game attracted nearly 1.5 million viewers.

Despite our country's insatiable appetite for soccer, the professional leagues in the spring have largely declined. American Alliance Football also had early success in ratings but withdrew just eight weeks after its first campaig . Daughter

XFL has incorporated many innovative concepts into their broadcasts, including an exciting staging base that dictated the ball kick in the air and play between the 20-yard line and the end zone, while the cover team line up on the return side 35-yard line and the return team lines up on the 30-yard line. Ensures that the match starts is competitive, and reduces the chance of high-speed collisions. The TV broadcast of the league also included players and coaches.

But these innovations were not enough to overshadow boring football. Within five weeks, teams averaged only 20.5 points per game, with 12 of 20 competitions falling below total expected points. The average achievement rate among midfielders was 58.6%, and Maramán only reached two numbers in relegations.

Johnson was an electric wrestling figure, activating crowds sold through his booming microphone driving. Although he was originally held as a heel, the crowd stuck to him and pushed him to stardom. "The Rock" held WWE until the end of the highly successful parking age and in the new millennium. At present, Johnson is one of the most successful Hollywood action movie stars.

In his statement announcing the purchase of XFL, Johnson says he intends to apply his entertainment successes to the former novice, and now the Football League bankruptcy. Dany Garcia

ward to creating something special for players, fans, and everyone who loves football." He said via ESPN. The Rock 2020

While the coronavirus pandemic has overturned our country's economy, XFL appears to be in a unique position to move to a bubble concept for the 2021 season, if necessary. MLB and NBA are seeing their TV ratings skyrocket, as a country trapped in the house for five consecutive months seeks new entertainment options. But MLB and the NBA are also the best baseball and basketball tournaments in the world, respectively. The XFL, or any other soccer spring league, is fundamentally second-tier - and without built-in encouraging traditions. the rock

However, the success of the XFL preliminary reviews shows that there is interest in the Second Football League. ESPN reported Kevin Seifert that the league plans to follow younger and more dynamic midfielders in 2021, instead of throwing relatively large funds into NFL backups like Landry Jones and Matt McGloin, both of which failed last season. QF's best QF player was P.J. Walker, a former QB training team for Indianapolis Colts who threw 1333 yards and 15 lows in five games.

Walker now with Carolina Panthers. In total, nearly sixteen players signed contracts with NFL teams.

Even if XFL bounces back in season two, these numbers show that it will be difficult for the league to maintain and recruit talent. But with better gameplay and improved talent, XFL can develop a brand beyond its owner, be it McMahon or Johnson. Dwayne Johnson

Now, "The Rock" is the XFL lottery. But if the league is successful under his leadership, it will fade into the background, and players will take the lead. This is the only hope.

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