MrBeast says he bought NFL - here’s the truth behind the viral video

MrBeast: A new NFL commercial has gone viral as people are asking: "Did MrBeast buy the NFL??"

This question arises as he jokes about buying the NFL in the video and also claims to be giving each team a spot for YouTube creators.

YouTube to Stream NFL Game Live For Free on September 5

The playful promo released on Wednesday sets the stage for YouTube’s first-ever exclusive live NFL broadcast as it will stream a live NFL game for free on Friday, September 5, from São Paulo, Brazil, as per a report. The Week 1 game features the Los Angeles Chargers against the Kansas City Chiefs, according to YouTube blog.

MrBeast: “Why Not Just Buy the Entire NFL?”

In the commercial video, MrBeast is seen claiming that, “I bought the NFL and put YouTubers on each team,” setting the stage for a star-studded YouTube video tied to the event, as per a Times Now report.


MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson said, “Go big or go home, so for this one, I figured why not just buy the entire NFL?,” as quoted in the blog. He added, “Filming with Roger Goodell and bringing together the NFL and their global fans with some of the best creators on YouTube was an incredible experience. We’re at this culture changing moment in entertainment and with the first live NFL game broadcasting on YouTube for free this Friday, we're showing the world that the most engaging way to experience sports is with the creators you love," as quoted in the YouTube blog.

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MrBeast Teams Up with Roger Goodell for Viral Promo

He appears along with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell in the viral video, which also features other popular creators including, Dude Perfect, Sketch, Valkyrae, Adam W, IShowSpeed, Haley Kalil, Ben Azelart, Hannah Stocking, Clix, Celine Dept and Brooke Monk, who collectively reach nearly 695 million subscribers on YouTube, as reported by the YouTube blog.

Why Fans Were Confused About MrBeast Owning the NFL

Even though it was fun video, it led many to wonde if the claim is real. However, the simple and official answer is: No. MrBeast, who is known for giving away massive sums of money in viral videos, does not own the NFL, as per the Times Now report.

In reality, the league is owned by its 32 individual team franchises, with Commissioner Goodell serving as the league’s representative, according to the report.

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FAQs

Did MrBeast actually buy the NFL?
No. It was a joke made in a playful commercial. The NFL is owned by its 32 teams, not by any one person.

When and where is the game happening?
The game is on Friday, September 5, and it will stream live from São Paulo, Brazil on YouTube for free, as per a YouTube blog.