BankerBird™ Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 From the Atlanta Business Chronicle http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2015/08/21/mercedes-benz-acquires-naming-rights-to-falcons.htmlI wonder...will Mercedes-Benz maintain the naming rights to the Superdome in New Orleans? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMERICAN NIGHTMARE Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 So we have to share the same company as the poo rats? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weezy01212 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I wonder if they have a contract running out with the Superdome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BankerBird™ Posted August 21, 2015 Author Share Posted August 21, 2015 So we have to share the same company as the poo rats?I hope not, bruh. That would suck. Then, again, maybe not, since our stadium will be way cooler than theirs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcon22 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 The Saints signed an extension with Mercedes Benz in 2011, according to that same article, so will hold the naming rights for both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Joe™ Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 (edited) I wonder if they have a contract running out with the SuperdomeSadly not, 10 year deal signed in 2011 Edited August 21, 2015 by Sir Joe™ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weezy01212 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Looked up Mercedes to see where they were headquatered...looks like this year they are in the process of moving to Atlanta this summer. Makes sense but I would have liked to have seen something like Coke or Delta IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Flare Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Just saw this. Not using one of the many local brands is a huge missed opportunity, but it reflects the luxury crowd that the franchise prefers going forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moist Words Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I don't think I like that. Sharing anything with the Saints just seems wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintsH8 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I cannot believe Arthur would agree to this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcon22 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I kind of like "Benz Stadium", I can hear TV announcers start the telecast with: "Welcome to the Benz, where the Falcons are an unstoppable engine..." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlfanstckndenver Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Ewwww....Well It's pretty obvious nenz needs better representation than the swamp hole can provide. So they are certainly wise to sign on with the best stadium in the league. Easily the best in the nfc south. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunken Minotaur Zebra Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I cannot believe Arthur would agree to this.I can. Easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC Falcon Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 FTC will block this name.[Due to Saints fan stupidity] Allowing both stadiums to be named Mecedes-Benz field is likely to create consumer confusion as to the location of NFL games between the Saints and Falcons. Saints fans will mistakenly buy plane tickets and hotels in Atlanta for a game at "Mercedes - Benz stadium" that will be held in New Orleans, resulting in economic harm to consumers.If you don't realize this is purple you are in the eligible class of consumers likely to be affected and may join the FTC intervention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlfanstckndenver Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I definitely still would've preferred another brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Power I Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I don't hate the brand, just sharing it with the Saints. Doesn't make any sense that the same sponsor would be allowed on two stadiums with the same primary source of revenue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BankerBird™ Posted August 21, 2015 Author Share Posted August 21, 2015 Looked up Mercedes to see where they were headquatered...looks like this year they are in the process of moving to Atlanta this summer. Makes sense but I would have liked to have seen something like Coke or Delta IMO.MB's Atlanta HQ is all set up and running. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtlantaFanatic Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Of all the companies? Really? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BankerBird™ Posted August 21, 2015 Author Share Posted August 21, 2015 I don't hate the brand, just sharing it with the Saints. Doesn't make any sense that the same sponsor would be allowed on two stadiums with the same primary source of revenue.I drove a MB for years (2007-2015) and it sucked when they signed that deal with the Superdome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlking Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 (edited) Hey, why not. Edited August 21, 2015 by atlking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlking Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 (edited) From the Atlanta Business Chronicle http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2015/08/21/mercedes-benz-acquires-naming-rights-to-falcons.htmlI wonder...will Mercedes-Benz maintain the naming rights to the Superdome in New Orleans?I wonder if Mercedes will only sell Mercedes cars in Atlanta??Stupid question met with a stupid answer.............. Edited August 21, 2015 by atlking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulitik Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I cannot believe Arthur would agree to this.Well he did name his Soccer Team the same name as the most famous Soccer Team in world, as well as 2 of it's potential conference rivals in the MLS. Arthur isn't big on originality. This just feels dirty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BankerBird™ Posted August 21, 2015 Author Share Posted August 21, 2015 I wonder if Mercedes will only sell Mercedes cars in Atlanta??Stupid question met with a stupid answer..............Wasn't a stupid question. I asked it in the context of whether the Superdome naming rights were about to expire or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtybird56 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 A new luxurious stadium sharing the same name as a run down venue seems odd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlking Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 (edited) Wasn't a stupid question. I asked it in the context of whether the Superdome naming rights were about to expire or something.The contract with the superdome doesnt expire until around 2021. Marketing doesnt mean you HAVE to limit yourself to.................. Edited August 21, 2015 by atlking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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