How to Truly Enjoy Football Season

(ARA) - It is that time of year again. Get out your favorite jersey, cancel all Sunday plans and encourage your wife to take impromptu weekend shopping sprees. That’s right, football season is here and it is time to get into gear. If you can’t be at the game, here are the best tips to prepare for kick-off so you can enjoy every minute of the game from the comforts of your own couch.

Update your TV

You’ve heard all the hype about high-definition TV (HDTV). Now is the perfect time to invest in a new TV set . Once you’ve watched sport in high-definition, you won’t go back. LCD and Plasma TVs are great space savers, especially if you want to hang the TV on the wall. Microdisplay TVs are the biggest and baddest on the market - great if you want to make a statement. HP offers a full line-up of Microdisplay, Plasma and LCD TVs all in high-definition. HP’s HDTVs include innovative Visual Fidelity technologies that deliver vibrant, crisp and dynamic world-class picture, making you feel like you’re right there in the stadium.

When choosing, consider the features that will enhance your viewing experience. For example, a six-second refresh rate virtually eliminates motion blur, making it ideal for watching sports. An ultra-wide viewing angle allows you to see the picture from anywhere in the room. You could even invest in surround sound to maximize your viewing experience.

Set the Stage

Be it your new leather couch or your old recliner, make sure you have room to get comfortable. Set your staging area to minimize interruptions. Have a side table or cup holder nearby to hold your drink of choice. Treat yourself to a mini-fridge so all you have to do is reach down to get that cold beverage.

Fantasy football picks guaranteed to win

Research players and all their statistics prior to the start of the season. Visit an independent information site that provides tips, tricks and stats on NFL players like Rotowire.com. The site offers fantasy sports news, analysis, articles and draft kit information so you’ll be on top of all the games. You will even get the chance to win an HP TV.

Additionally, bookmark your favorite Web sites so you can easily access the stats. CBS Sportsline or NFL.com will provide up-to-date results so you can track your teams even if you are busy watching another game.

Invest in a sports package

If you’re like the average Joe, you will only get coverage of local games. To solve this problem, purchase an NFL Sunday Ticket sports package from DirectTV so you can see the games you choose. This is also a great way to watch your fantasy football teams and keep track of your team’s performance.

Plan your day accordingly

Given the schedule lineup, you’ll most likely have one afternoon game and one evening game, so it is important to plan ahead. Get errands done in advance and make sure the refrigerator is stocked with food and beverages so you won’t need to leave the house during over-time. Also, have your favorite pizza place on speed dial to quickly order that pie and keep your energy up during the second game. Download the schedule of games from ESPN.com and post it on the refrigerator so you know ahead of time when your team is playing.

Think ahead to your significant other

Want to spare your significant other from watching the game? Buy her weekly manicures or a gift certificate to a spa so she can pamper herself while you are tied up with the games. It’ll be worth the investment.

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