[Meatspace]

Houston and New England are the largest markets in the playoffs.

New Orleans, Baltimore and Green Bay are smaller markets and two of those small market teams will be in the Super Bowl.

However, for the Super Bowl, small markets do not decrease ratings.

The NFL always wins.

[Dr. Sivana]

Houston and New England are the largest markets in the playoffs.

The Patriots only became a big regional draw after the Dynasty was formed. In the 70s-80s, even when Steve Grogan and Russ Francis led the teams, the Patriots were of negligible appeal outside of Boston, and were ranked AFTER the Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins and sometimes the BC Eagles for love in the Boston area. Much has changed.