The Day NBC Cut Away: Sports Broadcasting Changed Forever! #Shorts

have you ever heard of the Heidi game on November 17th 1968 in a match between the Oakland Raiders and the New York Jets an incredible turn of events unfolded that would change sports broadcasting forever with just over a minute left and the Jets leading 32 to 29 NBC cut away from the game to air the children's movie Heidi leaving viewers in the dark in those final seconds the Raiders miraculously scored two touchdowns winning the game 43 to 32 fans erupted in Outrage bombarding NBC with complaints and the network vout never to cut away from a live game again this Unforgettable moment not only showcased the unpredictable excitement of the NFL but also revolutionized the way sports are broadcasted ensuring that viewers would never miss the dramatic conclusion of a game