a. Relationship with fan base in the stadium and watching on tv. The NFL has boosted stadium fan experiences by adding huge screens where fans can view the game and watch replays. Stadiums enable better Wi-Fi access for fans who wish to use their phones. Fantasy football has become a game many fans use, and stadiums provide real-time fantasy updates. Stadiums also provide real-time updates on other games around the league. Some NFL fans now think watching a football game is better on television than being at the stadium. HDTV has greatly improved the quality of watching a game on television. Watching an old NFL game from the 1980s is almost painful to watch compared to the picture quality fans have today. Games on television now include imaginary …show more content…
Players are using VR technology to simulate in-game experiences without having to put their bodies through the physical requirements. Teams are using AI technology that analyzes game data. This data helps predict injuries, helping teams to keep their players healthy by taking proactive measures. To help players recover faster from injuries, robots are being used. They track the progress and automate the exercises so players can get back on the field faster. Concussions and CTE are a main concern when it comes to player safety. The NFL is always looking for which helmet will provide players with the most protection. Labs test helmets to see which ones can provide adequate support by pounding them with strong, repeated force and analyzing the data. Fans, teams, and the NFL want to see their best players on the field every week. It is a gut-wrenching feeling when you look at ESPN on your phone and see a star player will be out for a significant amount of time because of an injury. This past season, the New York Jets had a lot of hype around them with the addition of Aaron Rodgers. Fans were wondering if he would be able to continue to win with a new team and make another Super Bowl run. During his first drive, he tore his Achilles and all that hype came to a stop. The rest of the Jets season seemed pointless as their backup quarterbacks couldn’t finish the job to win games. Injuries will always be part of the game, but it is important to mitigate the chances of injury. Having the best players on the field for a prime-time game heightens the experience fans get while