DraftKings and FanDuel paid off top NFL-related personnel, so the interests of DK/FD align with the NFL's interests. Now, the NFL (or at least influential execu

DraftKings and FanDuel paid off top NFL-related personnel, so the interests of DK/FD align with the NFL's interests. Now, the NFL (or at least influential executives) will get their cut of the pie, without actually having to bake the pie themselves. Turns out, asking for permission rather than forgiveness works. Though, yes, the NFL's lawyer army will have concussion battles to fight for the foreseeable future.