Industry Insight - Trends and Tech in the Next Generation NFL Stadium - Tech Week 2025 · 16:36

Explore the future of NFL stadium technology and fan experience innovation in this SBJ Tech Week 2025 panel. Verizon’s Brian Gorney moderates a discussion with Asheesh Kinra (Baltimore Ravens) and Andrew McIntyre (Tennessee Titans) on next-generation stadium design, frictionless experiences, connectivity, and operational efficiencies. Learn how major renovations and new builds are shaping the ultimate fan journey. Key Topics -NFL stadium transformation projects -Design trends for next-gen venues -Fan experience innovations (frictionless, immersive AV) -Connectivity and converged networks -Operational efficiencies and smart venue tech -Autonomous retail and biometrics -Gaming and gambling opportunities -Lessons from SoFi, Intuit Dome, and Allegiant Stadium Chapters 00:00 – Welcome back & session intro 00:31 – Panel kickoff: Trends in tech for next-gen NFL stadiums 01:43 – Ravens’ M&T Bank Stadium renovation overview 04:08 – Titans’ new Nissan Stadium project baseline 04:54 – Design trends shaping new stadium builds 05:55 – Frictionless screening & biometrics adoption 06:33 – Key design elements for Ravens’ upgrades 07:15 – Bringing fans closer to the field & intimate experiences 07:58 – Enhancing fan experience beyond seating 09:20 – Smarter navigation & ingress solutions 09:31 – Frictionless F&B and retail strategies 10:49 – Connectivity as a utility: converged networks & 5G 11:54 – AV investments & immersive LED experiences 13:09 – Operational efficiencies & IoT-driven smart venues 14:15 – Year-round utilization & new revenue streams 14:50 – What excites leaders most about these projects 15:23 – Titans’ rooftop bar concept 15:53 – Gaming & gambling opportunities in stadiums 16:21 – Closing remarks & wrap-up

July 23, 2025