Goodell has to be the worst NFL commissioner ever.
And yes, there are always other things that can be done in lieu of watching sports. Those of you who are married with kids -- how about spending time doing something fun with the family? Play a board game (remember those?), put together a jigsaw puzzle, clean out the garage, read, stream any of bazillions of movies and tv shows, call your parents, relatives or friends...those are just a few things I can think of off the top of my head.
What I often do when the Steelers are playing is go to the supermarket to shop. Seems to be the best time. Before the game, the store is packed with people buying snacks and beverages. But once the game starts, I could be the only shopper in the store. It's a wonderful experience.
I said this elsewhere -- the NFL is full of overpaid, underworked players and now they are unAmerican too. They are now on the side of this country's enemies. Why should I give them my attention or hard-earned money? They can shove their games. I'd be happy if the NFL and most other pro sports never came back.