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The 2022 NFL season kicks off on September 8, but preseason football is already in full swing. That means it's time to start thinking about streaming NFL games -- and the television you're going to watch them on.
If you're hoping to upgrade your television before the NFL season starts, you're in luck -- a number of top-rated TVs for sports are on sale now.
Top products in this article
65" Samsung 'The Frame' smart TV, $1,600 (regularly $2,000)
65" Sony Bravia XR OLED TV, $1,798 (reduced from $2,300)
75" Amazon Fire TV Omni series 4K smart TV, $750 (reduced from $1,100)
If you're still watching an older TV, you may want to consider upgrading before the start of the NFL season. Newer TVs can provide an improved game day experience with 4K resolution and advanced OLED technology. Some televisions even have object-tracking sound that will make you feel like you're there in the stadium.
Prefer to shop for your next TV by size? Then check out the following CBS Essentials guides on TV shopping:
We've found the best TVs for watching NFL football (based on user reviews) including TV from top brands such as Samsung, LG, and Sony. Keep reading to see the best deals on the best TVs you can get in time for the 2022 NFL season.
Here's preseason deal to get you started: This 55-inch Samsung QLED is on sale at Samsung for $200 off.
No matter what stream of the game you're watching, this QLED TV lets you watch the game in upscaled 4K resolution thanks to its machine-based learning AI. The smart TV also features apps, streaming services and advanced controls. Plus, it's compatible with most voice assistants.
55" Samsung Q70A QLED 4K smart TV, $900 (regularly $1,100)
Transform your TV into a piece of art when you're not watching football. The Frame smart TV has a built-in motion sensor that activates your device to display your favorite pieces of art in 4K resolution whenever you enter the room. No matter if you're admiring Hopper's "Early Sunday Morning" or jamming along to Carrie Underwood's Sunday night football intro, this QLED TV produces 100% color volume in the DCI-P3 color space, which is the format for most cinema screens and HDR movies for television. (Translation: Colors on this TV will be more vivid and true-to-life.)
55" Samsung 'The Frame' smart TV, $1,400 (reduced from $1,500)
65" Samsung 'The Frame' smart TV, $1,600 (regularly $2,000)
Watch NFL stars battle it out in gorgeous color and luminosity with this 75-inch Samsung LED TV. The TV features low lag rates and minimized blur, so you'll always be able to keep up with the plays. The 4K smart device also provides tailored recommendations for streaming and live TV with an on-screen guide.
75" Samsung 4K smart TV, $950 (reduced from $1,000)
Your TV should sound like you're in the stadium. The Samsung 4K Neo QLED includes top-of-the-line features, including a premium audio technology called object-tracking sound (OTS). With OTS, your television analyzes the action on screen and tries to replicate a surround-sound experience without any external speakers. The Samsung 4K Neo QLED also features a built-in Alexa assistant.
55" Samsung QN85A 4K Neo QLED, $1,100 (reduced from $1,600)
The 65-inch Sony Bravia XR OLED TV features a cognitive processor meant to deliver intense contrast with pure blacks, high peak brightness and natural colors. Thanks to its Acoustic Surface Audio+ technology, the screen is the speaker. This smart TV comes with access to Google TV, and works with most voice assistants.
65" Sony Bravia XR OLED TV, $1,798 (reduced from $2,300)
This 75-inch Amazon Fire TV offers a 4K UHD display and enhanced color and clarity thanks to Dolby Vision. The TV also supports voice control with Amazon Alexa. It's high-quality picture quality and large size make this TV a solid choice for football fans -- plus it's hard to find such a big screen at such a low price.
75" Amazon Fire TV Omni series 4K smart TV, $750 (reduced from $1,100)
This 65-inch Samsung QLED TV features 8K resolution, Quantum Matrix Technology Pro for a colorful and luminous picture, and an anti-reflection layer that minimizes glare and reduces unwanted distractions. While the NFL games won't be broadcast in 8K this season, owning this TV will make sure you'll be able to catch the first 8K NFL broadcast, whenever it happens.
65" Samsung QN800A 8K Neo QLED TV, $2,00 (reduced from $3,500)
At just 32 inches, this budget-friendly Toshiba TV is suited for small spaces like bedrooms or offices. It runs Amazon's Fire TV platform, so you can stream new shows from Hulu, Netflix and more without plugging in extra equipment. You can also watch live TV on this device.
32" Toshiba set (720p) with Fire TV, $140 (reduced from $200)
See every game in all its glory with this 50-inch TCL set. The 4K TV features QLED technology, 4K resolution and Dolby Vision. All those features together improve the sharpness, brightness, color and contrast of an image.
50" TCL 5-Series with 4K resolution, $430 (reduced from $600)
A mid-size television, 55 to 65 inches along the diagonal, is the ideal size for many living rooms. The best viewing distance for a 55-inch 4K TV, such as this model, is between 4.5 and 7 feet. That leaves enough space for people to get up and walk by for more snacks from the gameday spread.
Amazon Fire 4-Series TV 55" 4K TV with Alexa built in, $430 (reduced from $520)
If you just need more screen, this 86-inch LG should fill up your space. It has a 4K UHD resolution and works with Alexa and Google Assistant. This large TV is sure to show you every inch of the big game.
LG 86" LED 4K UHD Smart webOS TV, $1,397 (reduced from $1,900)
Buying your first TV so you can watch the Super Bowl on a big screen? If you're already used to a certain interface, switching can be tough, especially if you're not particularly tech savvy. Fans of the super-simple Roku platform should look for a TV -- like this TCL model -- with a built-in Roku system. Plus, the picture quality of this 6-series model is stunning for the money.
TCL 55" QLED Roku 6-Series with 4K resolution, $698 (was $1,200)
First published on August 20, 2022 / 10:00 AM
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