The NFL opts against implementing a draft lottery, unlike the NBA, despite discussions about its potential to reduce tanking and generate significant viewer interest. A lottery system could undermine the league’s narrative of competitive integrity, as it would legitimize the strategy of losing to secure a top draft pick. While the NFL benefits from maintaining a clear distinction between team performance and draft order, the desire for profits from a lottery event remains strong, potentially overshadowed by concerns over the implications of encouraging a losing culture.
