Top 8 iOS Apps for Super Bowl Weekend

Are you ready for some football? I know, that’s an old hokey phrase that’s been used and abused for decades, but really, are you ready for the big game this weekend? In case you haven’t heard, Super Bowl XLVII is being played this Sunday, February 3rd. The Ravens and 49’ers are ready, are you?

If you need some help gearing up for the game, it just so happens that there are a stadium full of apps available to help you make the big game even more enjoyable than usual. Apple has a whole section of apps for this weekend’s big blast, you can view them all right here: (Direct link)

But, as THE official football fan on the MacTrast staff, I am here to save you some time by pointing out some of the better Super Bowl related apps. We’re ready for the kick-off, so here… we… go!

NFL Mobile – NFL Mobile is your exclusive mobile source for coverage of preseason, regular season and postseason games. The app gives you access to LIVE audio, NFL videos and game highlights; breaking and headline news, NFL blogs and more!

If you spring for a premium subscription on you iPhone, you’ll also get LIVE Video coverage, including access to NFL Network 24/7 and NFL RedZone, along with every NBC Sunday Night Football, ESPN Monday Night Football and NFLN Thursday Night Football during the preseason and regular season. LIVE Video coverage of selected Wild Card Weekend games, the 2013 Pro Bowl and Super Bowl XLVII during the 2013 postseason are also available!

Available in the App Store – FREE (DIRECT LINK)

NFL ’12 – NFL ’12. Lets you stay in the game with live scores, highlights and more! The app allows you to watch NFL Fantasy Live & NFL.com/LIVE (iPad only), view game highlights, recaps, big plays and all the latest NFL video. You can also manage your NFL.com fantasy football team.

You’ll also get live scoring and play-by-play, NFL.com news and tweets, and custom alerts. The app includes pregame and postgame interviews, analysis, and highlights. Customize your team pages. It also includes a Super Bowl XLVII Mobile guide with official Super Bowl events, find places to eat and be entertained, get alerts for everything happening in New Orleans, set calendar reminders and bookmarks…and more!

Available in the App Store – FREE (DIRECT LINK)

Super Bowl XLVII Guide – This free app features a guide to official Super Bowl events, local restaurants, nightlife, and points of interest. Follow all of the buzz with push notifications sent directly to your device, and set calendar alerts and bookmarks for anything on the map. Whether you’ll be in New Orleans or not, the Super Bowl XLVII Guide is your must-have companion to Super Bowl Week!

Available in the App Store – FREE (DIRECT LINK)

Super Bowl XLVII Official NFL Game Program (iPad Only) – This is the official Super Bowl XLVII Game Program for your iPad. This is the official souvenir program from the NFL! With additional interactive content, the Super Bowl XLVII Game Program chronicles the Ravens’ and 49ers’ road to the championship, captures memories of past Super Bowls and recaps key moments from the 2012 season.

This app contains exclusive NFL video and other multimedia. THis app is HUGE, it wil take up 1.5 GB of storage space on you iPad, so make sure you have that much space available, and that you’re on a Wi-fi connection if you purchase it directly from your iPad.

Available in the App Store – $9.99 (DIRECT LINK)

Watch NFL Network (iPad Only) – The app gives you live streaming access to all of the news, highlights, and shows on NFL Network including: Live Thursday Night Football games, All pre-season games, coverage of NFL events such as the NFL Scouting Combine, NFL Draft, Free Agency, and NFL Training Camp.

You can also watch original series from NFL Films. Also view NFL Network shows including: NFL Total Access, A Football Life, NFL AM, NFL GameDay and more. Plus, if you subscribe to NFL RedZone thru your television provider , you’ll get access to live streaming NFL RedZone every Sunday during the Regular Season.

Available in the App Store – FREE (DIRECT LINK)

Madden NFL 13 Social – While you’re waiting for the big game to start, why not play some football on your iOS device? For the first time ever – get a complete MADDEN NFL experience for FREE. Call the plays, go deep and score. MADDEN NFL 13 Social offers an all-new way to play your favorite football game. Use powerful plays and break through your opponent’s defense with explosive drives.

You can connect to Facebook and have multiple games going with multiple friends all at the same time. Your team is assembled from real NFL players. Buy new players in the Auction House. Battle it out in great 3D graphics in real NFL stadiums.

Available in the App Store – FREE (DIRECT LINK)

NFL Kicker 13 – Here’s your chance to be an NFL kicker! Choose your favorite team and go! Featuring all 32 NFL teams. The awesome graphics feature you as the kicker. All new 2012 uniforms and equipment.

Kick field goals with as much accuracy as you can muster, and compete with your friends on Facebook. Three different game modes. Unlock classic and alternate team uniforms, cheerleaders and official equipment. Upgrade your stadium from a limited capacity starter stadium to a high tech bowl!

Available in the App Store – $1.99 (DIRECT LINK)

NFL Logos 2012 – NFL Logos 2012 features graphics representing all 32 teams of the National Football League This officially licensed wallpaper pack works for the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. NFL Logos 2012 lets you show your loyalty for your favorite NFL team anytime.

Available in the App Store – $1.99 (DIRECT LINK)

That’s it – enjoy Superbowl Sunday, folks!