NFL fans were outraged to see the new episode of Hard Knocks: Training Camp featuring the Chicago Bears unavailable to stream on Tuesday night.
Episode 2 of the five-part series about the Bears’ offseason was supposed to drop at 9 p.m. ET.
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But while it was reported that Hard Knocks aired on cable as scheduled, NFL fans were only able to see Episode 1 on Max, HBO’s streaming platform at the time of its premiere.
The delay caused outrage among viewers.
“@HBO please stream Hard Knocks…you’re all waiting with bated breath. I’m just paying for this subscription for this show. It doesn’t say released Tuesdays at 9pm, it says 9pm EST,” one wrote.
“I just canceled my @StreamOnMax account because I won’t pay for false advertising,” added another.
“WHY IS MY HBO NOT SHOWING HARD BEATS,” said a third.
“@HBO What happened to Hard Knocks???? I want my money back,” wrote one.
Later, Max confirmed problems with the premiere of the new episode of Hard Knocks.
“There is a delay for tonight’s episode of #HardKnocks: Training Camp with @ChicagoBears on Max,” says X from the streaming platform posted at 9:21 p.m. ET.
“The episode will be available soon.”
Half an hour later, Max’s support account responded to a fan: “We are working to add the latest episode of Hard Knocks as soon as possible.”
Numerous Max subscribers appeared to have contacted the streaming service with complaints.
The episode finally became available on Max about 90 minutes after it was scheduled to air.
Episode 2 was supposed to cover rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze, channeling the mindset of Kobe Bryant and six-time Pro Bowler Keenan Allen’s first few months with the Bears.
Chicago acquired Allen in a blockbuster trade with the Los Angeles Chargers in exchange for a 2024 fourth-round pick in March.
Important NFL Dates
August 1 – Hall of Fame Game – Houston Texans vs. Chicago Bears
August 8th – start of pre-season
August 27 – Deadline for 53-player rosters
September 1st – Last day of pre-season
September 5th – season opener – Baltimore Ravens x Kansas City Chiefs
November 5th – Negotiation deadline
January 5th – Week 18 of the regular season
January 11th – start of playoffs
February 9 – Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, Louisiana
Hard Knocks generated tremendous buzz this year with the show focusing on the Bears after they signed quarterback sensation Caleb Williams.
The series follows an NFL team with a No. 1 rookie quarterback for the first time since Baker Mayfield and the Cleveland Browns in 2018.
It is also the first time that Chicago is the subject of the documentary series.
“We are honored to feature such an iconic NFL franchise in Hard Knocks,” said NFL Films director and producer Shannon Furman said in May.
“The Chicago Bears have a talented roster, coaching staff and front office, all determined to meet the expectations of a hungry fan base.
“We are grateful to the entire organization for opening the doors to what will certainly be an exciting training camp this summer.”
The Bears organization was equally excited.
“The 2024 training camp will be important for us as we prepare to achieve our season goals and we look forward to bringing fans home on that journey,” said general manager Ryan Poles.
Meanwhile, Chicago coach Matt Eberflus added: “Our players, coaches and staff are excited to continue the building process for the 2024 season.”
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