Tablets on the Sidelines a Game Changer for the NFL

The NFL has embraced digital transformation by using Microsoft Surface tablets on the sidelines, replacing outdated paper systems. Cameras capture images that are processed and sent to these tablets, allowing players and coaches to analyze plays in real-time. This shift enhances the ability to make strategic decisions during games. The league currently limits video use, but future advancements are anticipated, with feedback from players and coaches driving the demand for more features.

What technological advancement did the NFL introduce on the sidelines this season?

• Smartphones for players

• Microsoft Surface tablets

• Virtual reality headsets

• 3D printed playbooks

How are images captured and distributed to the teams during the game?

• Mailed to team headquarters

• Sent digitally to Surface tablets

• Printed and handed to coaches

• Broadcasted on large screens

What is one of the limitations currently imposed by the league on the use of technology?

• Only one tablet per team

• No internet access on the sidelines

• Limited use of video and camera angles

• No use of digital devices

What feedback have players and coaches given regarding the new technology?

• They find it too complicated

• They want more features like video

• They want it removed from the sidelines

• They prefer the old paper system

What future capability is Microsoft planning to integrate into the Surface tablets?

• Voice-controlled commands

• Augmented reality features

• Live streaming of games

• Video and playbook integration