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Steelers Could Lose $156 Million If Heinz Field Games Played Without Fans
The Steelers face staggering losses if no fans are admitted into Heinz Field this season, according to one estimate. .
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — If NFL games are played this season without fans due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Pittsburgh Steelers could lose more than $100 million in stadium revenue.
According to Forbes, the Steelers made $156 million in stadium revenue during the 2018 season. Forbes says stadium revenue is the sum of tickets, concessions, sponsors, parking and team stores.
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The Steelers made $439 million in total revenue in 2018, and the team may now lose more than one-third of its revenue if no fans are in the stands for the 2020 season.
