The big game on a budget: 12 gadgets you need to host NFL games this season
As Tom’s Guide’s Managing Editor of TVs and AV and the former Senior Editor of TVs and AV at TechRadar, I’ve been reviewing TVs and sound systems non-stop for the last decade. But for the last 30 years I’ve been a member of Bills Mafia. When I can’t make it to Orchard Park to watch the Bills play in-person, I’m having friends and family over to the house to watch the game on TV, Duff’s chicken wings and Labatt Blue in hand.
I’ve spent years perfecting the football-watching experience in my home — and now I want to help you get a sideline seat with the latest and greatest AV gear, no matter what your budget looks like.
In this guide, we'll look at all the game-day essentials: a good TV, a soundbar, some lighting and, crucially, a good antenna. It's not going to feel like you're sitting on the sidelines of the action, but this setup will have your friends flocking over on Sundays.

My name's Nick and I look after our guides to the best TVs, best OLED TVs and best 4K TVs. I have been covering TVs and AV for major tech publications for over a decade. I grew up in Buffalo and I never miss a game. Where would you rather be than right here, right now?












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Nick Pino heads up the TV and AV verticals at Tom's Guide and covers everything from OLED TVs to the latest wireless headphones. He was formerly the Senior Editor, TV and AV at TechRadar (Tom's Guide's sister site) and has previously written for GamesRadar, Official Xbox Magazine, PC Gamer and other outlets over the last decade. Not sure which TV you should buy? Drop him an email or tweet him on Twitter and he can help you out.
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