For football fans, game day is more than just an opportunity to kick back and relax—it’s a lifestyle. Whether you're cheering for the Buffalo Bills, the Seahawks, or any of the 32 teams in the NFL, fans are always looking for ways to make it a little more fun. Amazon's latest, limited-edition Alexa-enabled smart speaker isn't just another tech device; it's a bold way to bring your team's energy into your home. Whether or not you're already an Echo user, this could be the perfect addition to your game-day setup.

Team Smart Home Tech

Amazon knew exactly what they were doing when they personalized their popular smart home devices for NFL fans. Who wouldn't want an Echo Pop featuring their favorite teams? No matter who you root for, this is a fun and easy way to brighten up your home with some extra spirit. In fact, I know an 8-year-old who would love it in his bedroom just as much as a full-fledged adult who hosts game day parties at his awesome basement bar. That's just to say these team devices will fit in perfectly anywhere you want to show your fandom.

Buffalo Bills Echo Pop NFL edition
Go Bills, that's all. Credit: Amazon

Echo Pop is More Than Just a Speaker

While the NFL Echo Pop looks great, it’s more than just a team-specific design. With Alexa built-in, it can easily take your football experience to the next level. Want to settle a game-day debate? Ask Alexa. Need to check the latest scores or track your team’s upcoming schedule? Ask Alexa. Need to confirm a very, very specific piece of data? I believe that falls to last year's AWS 'Stat That' campaign, but I bet Alexa could point you in the right direction.

Of course, embracing Alexa goes beyond fact-checking and random trivia. Game day gets a lot easier when you have smart home setup at your fingertips. Use Alexa to create football-themed Routines, like dimming the lights and turning on your game day playlist when kickoff begins. Or, at touchdown, the lights in your space flash red and blue, the ultimate team spirit signal, #gobills.

Saints limited-edition Amazon Echo Pop.
Get your limited-edition NFL Echo Pop today; it's $59.99. Credit: Amazon

Game Day Ready: When and How to Get Yours

If you're looking to get your hands on one of these NFL-themed Echo Pop speakers, here’s what you need to know.

  • The release schedule has been staggered. Devices for the first few NFL Thursday-night face-offs are already available. This includes:
    • October 8: San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks
    • October 15: Denver Broncos and New Orleans Saints
    • October 22: Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams
  • The rest of the league? Don’t worry, it's on its way. Each week, more team designs are rolling out for pre-order. Every team will have their own Echo Pop device, with all devices becoming available by November 19.
    • October 29: Houston Texans and New York Jets
    • November 5: Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens
    • November 12: Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles
    • November 19: Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins, Green Bay Packers, Las Vegas Raiders, Kansas City Chiefs, Atlanta Falcons, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Los Angeles Chargers, New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills, Arizona Cardinals, Indianapolis Colts, Tennessee Titans, Jacksonville Jaguars, Carolina Panthers

For $59.99, you get the Echo Pop along with a licensed team speaker faceplate. Whether it's for your own home or as a gift for a friend, it's hard not to crack a smile at the best of tech and team loyalty. With the season in full swing, now is the perfect time to grab yours and take your fan experience up a notch.