It's no secret that as TVs become prettier and broadcast technology improves, the ever-increasing price of tickets becomes harder to justify. That's why sports officials are trying to come up with ways to entice football fans back to the stadium.
A recent New York Times article details some of these investments. The Dallas Cowboys' new stadium will have a high definition screen that spans nearly half the field. The Jets and Giants will post 20 video boards outside and 2,100 flat screen televisions inside their new home. Other companies are marketing handheld devices for catching instant replays and other information.
All of this has some people wondering: Given the choice to watch the Super Bowl at home or in the stands, which would you prefer? We're blessed with an active group of commenters here, so we'd love to hear from you all.
For the sake of controlled variables, let's say you were given the opportunity to attend the Super Bowl by paying only the face value cost of the ticket and any concessions you'd crave during the game; no airfare or hotel costs apply. And let's say the match-up is at least of some interest to you.
Consider the pros and cons. At home you've got the luxury of instant replays and well-positioned cameras, a High Definition broadcast (if your home setup allows it), plus all the amenities close by and anyone you'd care to invite. The stadium gives you bragging rights and the thrill of the surrounding crowd.
So what's it going to be?
