When it comes to watching the LX Big Game on February 8, live TV matters. Even a few seconds of delay can mean hearing cheers before the play appears on screen or having a game-changing moment spoiled entirely. That’s why the Wall Street Journal Buy Side recently named the Mohu Leaf 50 Amplified Indoor TV Antenna Best Tech Gear for the Big Game hosting.
The recognition highlights a growing reality for sports fans: while streaming has become common, it isn’t always the best way to watch live sporting events.
The Problem with Streaming Live Sports
Streaming live sports can come with drawbacks. Internet congestion, buffering, and noticeable lag often put viewers behind the true live broadcasts —sometimes by enough that big plays are spoiled in real time.
That frustration isn’t hypothetical. During the recent playoffs, a friend of ours streaming the game lost their internet connection mid-game, missing key moments entirely. When everything hinges on a stable network connection, even a brief outage can mean missing the action when it matters most.
As the Wall Street Journal Buy Side editors note, relying solely on an internet connection for the LX Big Game can be risky. That’s where watching live TV without streaming, using a Mohu antenna, offers a clear advantage.
Why the Mohu Leaf 50 Amplified Stands Out
The Mohu Leaf 50 Amplified was singled out by one Buy Side editor as a favorite for reliably watching live TV, including the Big Game. By connecting directly to local broadcast stations like NBC, the antenna delivers real-time network TV without the delays often associated with streaming.
Unlike apps or streaming services, an antenna pulls the signal straight from the transmitting source, meaning what you see on screen is as live as it gets. So how do I find my channel? To help viewers get set up, we’ve put together a Big Game TV station list that makes it easy to find which local channel is airing the game in your area. With an antenna, viewers can access free, over-the-air HD channels with no subscriptions or monthly fees required.
More Than the Screen: Hosting Essentials That Make Game Day Better
The Wall Street Journal Buy Side’s Big Game hosting guide makes one thing clear: pulling off a great Big Game party is about a great experience for your guests. Alongside its pick for Best Tech Gear, the article highlights smart kitchen and hosting essentials designed to make entertaining easier.
From appliances that simplify game-day cooking to serving pieces that keep food flowing, the guide focuses on tools that reduce stress and help hosts stay present for the moments that matter. Whether it’s keeping snacks hot, serving a crowd efficiently, or minimizing time spent away from the screen, the goal is the same—a seamless game-day experience.
Paired with a reliable way to watch the Big Game live and for free over-the-air, without lag or streaming delays, the right hosting setup lets you focus less on logistics and more on the game plays, the half-time show, and the commercials.
One-Time Purchase with No Subscription
One of the biggest advantages noted by the Wall Street Journal: no subscription required. The Mohu Leaf 50 Amplified is a one-time purchase that provides ongoing access to free, over-the-air HD channels, including major networks that broadcast the Big Game.
For viewers looking to simplify their setup while still watching live sports, that combination of reliability and simplicity is hard to beat.
A Smarter Way to Watch the Big Game
Being named Best Tech Gear by the Wall Street Journal Buy Side reinforces what many cord-cutters already know, a Mohu indoor TV antenna is one of the most dependable ways to watch live sports.
If the Big Game is all about timing, clarity, and shared moments, the Mohu Leaf 50 Amplified delivers exactly that—without lag, buffering, or monthly fees.
