During the early 60 's , Rozelle wanted to expand the game to offer additional opportunities for the American television audience .
The story leading up to that first telecast in September of 1970 was based on the efforts of then NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle .
During the early 60 's , Commissioner wanted to expand the game to offer additional opportunities for the American television audience .
The story leading up to that first telecast in September of 1970 was based on the efforts of then NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle .