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NFL ratings still dominant despite the controversies

The NFL has seen its share of controversies in the past, from CTE and the concussion crisis, the Patriots’ Spygate and Deflategate scandals and the saga surrounding Colin Kaepernick kneeling during the national anthem.

The NFL has seen its share of controversies in the past, from CTE and the concussion crisis, the Patriots’ Spygate and Deflategate scandals and the saga surrounding Colin Kaepernick kneeling during the national anthem. Despite all that, the ratings have shown the league dominates viewership in America. SI's Jimmy Traina explains the continued support fans have shown the league and why it doesn't appear that will change anytime soon.