When DirecTV introduced the NFL Red Zone channel, it became an instant hit. Millions tuned in to this commercial free channel every week hoping to catch action from across the league, especially games impacting their fantasy teams. DirecTV is capitalizing on this craving for football. A recent deal with the National Football League (NFL) is […]
Fantasy football has become immensely popular in the United States with approximately 33 million people registering or playing in a league this season. Why is it so popular? People love competition, and they love to win even more. That’s why Ambition, a startup company founded by three University of Tennessee grads, is looking to take […]
Sports fans will now be able to play while they eat. Buffalo Wild Wings have announced the launch of their new GameBreak feature, a single sign-on, multi-platform gaming experience that allows people to play competitive and fantasy-style sports games in the restaurants. GameBreak will allow guests to play in daily and season long games, exclusive […]
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In its second season, the NFL Connect app is redefining the second-screen experience for serious and casual pro football fans alike. Currently, as the most popular social second-screen app for the league, NFL Connect, allows fans and strangers to compete with each other based on real scenarios that happen during games.
So, how does it work?
It’s that time of year again; reigning champs are shining their trophies as bragging rights are rolling off their tongues like sweet southern molasses. Meanwhile, the rest of the league is scouting players and synonymously praying to the fantasy gods for first overall pick in the draft. Trash talk is in the air and the edge of the couch hasn’t seen this much action since last year’s draft. Finally, it’s fantasy football season! We’ve been waiting for this moment since last season’s late departure from the playoffs, eh hem, for some of us anyway. While fantasy football is just an extension of the real-world game, it has become an experience all its own. Not only are companies taking notice, they...
