John Fogarty: Demand for a GAA RedZone will only grow

THE FUTURE: A general view of the field during the game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 11, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Given his marketing background and love of American sports, GAA president Larry McCarthy must be aware what a vehicle as jaw-droppingly compelling as the NFL’s Redzone would do for Gaelic games.

This column’s interest in American football moves from passing during the conferences to something a little stronger in the post-Christmas play-offs. Redzone is a dream for anyone who wants all the gluten-laden, carb-loaded, sugar-saturated fun of the game without the mind-numbing midfield tactical plays for first downs and punts on third downs.