The NFL has a tremendous fan base in the United States, and fans are ecstatic about the prospect of having a club close to home. As a result, it’s no wonder that growth speculations circulate on a regular basis. Our staff has dug down the most crucial details about what could prompt the NFL to establish a new club in these “likely” candidate cities. Determine who you believe has the best chance of acquiring the newest NFL team and bringing football glory back to their community by weighing the facts!
25 Prospect Cities For The NFL
Austin, Texas
Texas, the second largest state in the United States, can certainly support another team’s fan base. Given its population and attractions, Austin would be an ideal location for a new team/stadium.
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Birmingham, Alabama
Alabama is well-known for its fervent support for its college football teams. It’s only a matter of time before they become the second most populous state without an NFL team.
Birmingham, Alabama
Orlando, Florida
Florida has no shortage of NFL teams, but there is still room in Orlando. With yearly city visitors reaching up to 75 million, a stadium would be easily filled.
Orlando, Florida
Sacramento, California
With the state capital and a plethora of popular tourist attractions, this city can’t be far down the list of prospective cities.
Sacramento, California
Louisville, Kentucky
This is a desirable location to host another NFL club because it is the home of the Kentucky Derby. It already has a baseball team, so adding a professional football franchise wouldn’t be much of a stretch.
Louisville, Kentucky
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Thunder’s birthplace Given its cowboy culture and large city lights, this city has plenty of life to support an NFL club.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Columbus, Ohio
Columbus is no stranger to professional football. Railroad workers founded Columbus Panhandles in 1901. They played their first NFL game against a team from the league.
Columbus, Ohio
San Antonio, Texas
In a recent interview, Mayor Ron Nirenberg stated, “You will see an NFL team in San Antonio within the next ten years.” Given the source, this is a bold assertion.
San Antonio, Texas
Honolulu, Hawaii
Pro Bowls are already hosted here every year in Aloha Stadium, which is a medium-sized stadium that can be used. They also have a significant advantage over NFL fans.
Honolulu, Hawaii
Eugene, Oregon
This city already has a football fan base because it is home to the University of Oregon Ducks. It also has a lot of rising talent from which scouts can choose.
Eugene, Oregon
Omaha, Nebraska
It’s no secret that Nebraska lacks an NFL team, and what better location to look for one than Omaha? The most difficult obstacle they may face is locating a stadium location.
Omaha, Nebraska
St. Louis, Missouri
This city is no stranger to hosting the NFL, having formerly been home to the “St.Louis” Rams. The citizens, like the old stadium, are eager for the return (with modifications).
St. Louis, Missouri
San Diego, California
We know that San Diego has the ability to host a new sports franchise because it was recently a target of the XFL until things went south. The money and the interest are both present.
San Diego, California
Memphis, Tennessee
Nashville, which already has an NFL club, demonstrates Tennessee’s ability to draw an NFL fan base. Memphis previously submitted a proposal; it is not improbable that they would try again in the future.
Memphis, Tennessee
London, England
There is plenty of space for worldwide expansion due to a lack of international teams. Given the number of games already played there each year and the massive NFL fans, London is the obvious pick.
London, England
Albuquerque, New Mexico
New Mexico presently does not have its own NFL club. Albuquerque, New Mexico’s largest city, is located in the high desert and has the best chance of attracting an NFL club.
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Oakland, California
We know this city can support an NFL club because it was formerly home to the Raiders. With the raiders gone, everything is possible.
Oakland, California
Salt Lake City, Utah
Its CSA is larger than Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Nashville, Jacksonville, New Orleans, and Green Bay, with 2.4 million persons. It is 521 miles from Denver, putting it in the middle of the NFL’s greatest regional gap.
Salt Lake City, Utah
Davenport, Iowa
If Iowa was going to fight for its own NFL club, what better location to do it than in the Quad Cities? Of course, Davenport.
Davenport, Iowa
Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, given Alaska’s scarcity of professional sports franchises, could be an ideal option. Given the weather, their biggest challenge will be finding an indoor stadium.
Anchorage, Alaska
Bismarck, North Dakota
North Dakota, which is already home to the Bismarck Bucks, has a taste for professional football. An NFL franchise would be a small step.
Bismarck, North Dakota
El Paso, Texas
We’ve said it before and will say it again: Texas is massive, and El Paso, with a population of 600,000 or more, has the size and resources to support a franchise.
El Paso, Texas
Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford is the largest market in the United States that does not have a franchise in any of the four major leagues. Its best chance, though, will be a club relocation rather than a new franchise.
Hartford, Connecticut
Richmond, Virginia
With the Redskins undertaking brand modifications, Virginia has an opportunity for a new name/face. If given the opportunity, Richmond would be the most obvious choice.
Richmond, Virginia
Portland, Oregon
The Portland Timbers’ success as a new MLS team has fueled speculation that it may potentially sustain a new NFL franchise. It isn’t the most popular topic of conversation, but it does come up.
Portland, Oregon
Mexico City, Mexico
When it comes to international expansion, there is no better place to start than with one of our nearest neighbours. Mexico boasts a large number of American tourists as well as a sizable NFL fan base (2nd in the world).
Mexico City, Mexico
Edmonton, Canada
It wouldn’t be right to leave out our other neighbor Canada, which has the world’s fourth largest NFL fan base. Given their CFL history, Edmonton is the most likely candidate.
Edmonton, Canada
Barcelona, Spain
When it comes to expansion, Barcelona is a long shot, but it is not out of the running. Their passion for professional sports is tremendous, yet they are unfamiliar with American football.
Barcelona, Spain
Frankfurt, Germany
Germany is another strong contender, with favorable economic conditions that may fund stadiums and sponsorships. However, it may benefit from a greater NFL fan base.
Frankfurt, Germany
Norfolk, Virginia
The Redskins are attempting to update their brand, yet there are no professional sports in Virginia. Fans are eager to see a new local squad. Recent developments should pave the way for additional franchise opportunities in this area.
Norfolk, Virginia