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NFL offers fans free access to NFL Game Pass

The NFL is offering fans access to NFL Game Pass, which gives fans access to regular season games since 2009, as well as postseason games.

The NFL is now offering fans complimentary access to NFL Game Pass, which will provide fans the opportunity to watch the extensive library of football programming available.

This will include access to full replays of regular season games from 2009-2019 and postseason games, which will be commercial free. It also includes condensed 45-minute game replays as well, and All-22 access footage for those who want to watch from a coach or scout’s perspective.

Previous seasons of Hard Knocks and A Football Life, as well as exclusive NFL Game Pass Film Sessions, will be available as well.

Additionally, NFL digital platforms will offer fans full game encores on NFL.com, the NFL app and the NFL’s official YouTube channel. These will feature signature wins from all 32 teams.

This offer will be free of charge until May 31 to fans in the United States. To sign up for their complimentary access to NFL Game Pass, fans just need to create an account on the web at NFL.com/GamePass, or via the NFL app across mobile and connected TV devices.

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Broncos throwback: Peyton Manning signs with Denver, football world reacts

Here’s how the NFL world reacted when Peyton Manning signed with the Broncos in 2012.

Broncos general manager John Elway pulled off the best signing of his career in 2012, landing superstar quarterback Peyton Manning on a five-year, $96 million contract.

With the anniversary of that signing one month away, the NFL’s “Throwback” channel posted a video compilation of reactions to Manning landing in Denver. The video is blocked from being viewed here but can be seen on YouTube.

After signing with the Broncos, Manning went on to help the team win the AFC West in four straight seasons, reaching two Super Bowls along the way. Following the 2015 season, Denver defeated the Panthers 24-10 in Super Bowl 50.

With that victory, Manning became the first starting quarterback in NFL history to win a Super Bowl with two different teams. He retired after that Super Bowl win with 14 Pro Bowl nods and five NFL MVP awards on his resume. Manning will be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

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AdBlitz Awards: Ad Meter spots that took most viewed honors in each category

Almost one week later, a handful of Super Bowl spots have really pulled away from the pack, with view counts reaching into the astonishing. With the help of AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive, we’re able to see what ads submitted to USA Today’s Ad Meter …

Almost one week later, a handful of Super Bowl spots have really pulled away from the pack, with view counts reaching into the astonishing. With the help of AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive, we’re able to see what ads submitted to USA Today’s Ad Meter have taken Most Viewed honors in the various categories.

Joining in on the award season fun…

Envelopes, please.

Most Viewed in the Comedy category:

Most-viewed of all Ad Meter ads (so far), Amazon’s spot, “Before Alexa,” has been quite the hit. The 60-second ad featuring Ellen and Portia takes a comical look through history, focusing on what people did before the virtual assistant existed.

Most Viewed in the Dramatic category:

Heinz made four different ads in one creative, compacted 30-second spot. The ad, directed by Roman Coppola, has surpassed all the other adds by a few million views.

Most Viewed in the Inspirational category:

Microsoft’s game-changing spot was tops in the ‘Inspirational’ category, sprinting ahead of Budweiser’s “Typical American” by a few million views.

Most Viewed in the Action-Packed category:

This was the closest margin of victory, with the F9 trailer edging out Quibi’s inaugural Super Bowl spot by a million views.

Note: F9 also had the most views in the Teaser category, too.

Most Viewed in the Sentimental category:

“Loretta” was the clear favorite in the ‘Sentimental’ category, and it didn’t leave the door open for any upsets. Google’s heartwarming tale has been one of the most popular ads—it finished third in the Ad Meter rankings—and has reached an impressive number of views.

And thus concludes the show, folks.

Looking for more Super Bowl commercial bliss? Make sure to head over to AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive!

The top 3 dramatic Super Bowl LIV ads, according to AdBlitz

Some Super Bowl ads can be funny, while others are sad (hello, Google), while others tend to touch on the dramatic. There were a handful of Super Bowl spots in this year’s Ad Meter rankings that could fall into the latter category, and according to …

Some Super Bowl ads can be funny, while others are sad (hello, Google), while others tend to touch on the dramatic. There were a handful of Super Bowl spots in this year’s Ad Meter rankings that could fall into the latter category, and according to Ad Blitz, a YouTube exclusive, these have been the most-viewed so far:

3. Hulu: Tom Brady’s Big Announcement

Tom Brady’s cryptic tweet that was sent out before the Super Bowl had fans (especially in New England) shook. What did he mean? Was he leaving Boston? What. Was. It?!

It turned out to be a tease for Hulu’s dram-com SB spot—one that had the decorated QB and Ted 2 actor reading directly from a script. So far the ad has been a hit, too, with the view count continuing to rise.

2. GMC: “Quiet Revolution”

GMC introduced its HUMMER EV with a creative spot titled “Quiet Revolution.” And it certainly was quiet, the entire 30 seconds completely void of sound—even LeBron James is silent.

Probably an unanswerable question: How many people have watched this and immediately started fidgeting with the volume control on the device they’re using?

When considering the commercial’s incredible amount of views, it’s safe to assume there have been more than a few…

1. Heinz: “Find the Goodness”

Roman Coppola, the director of the HEINZ ad, explained it best: “To think of a way that four stories can share resemblance, be on the screen together, be cohesive and visually attractive, and be inviting for the viewer to watch, was a fun challenge that gave a very interesting set of parameters to work within,” he explained. “We tried to be creative and also strict about the form, to make the ad best suited for people to see four things at once.”

And it was mission: accomplished. The commercial currently sits at No. 1 most-viewed in the “Dramatic Ads” category on AdBlitz.

Coming Soon: What movie trailers from SBLIV picked up the most views so far?

Lights. Camera. (Commercial break.) Action! A few trailers were released on Super Bowl Sunday, as studios tempted movie-lovers with the next chapter of blockbuster franchises while also making room for streaming services and what’s ahead on those …

Lights. Camera. (Commercial break.) Action!

A few trailers were released on Super Bowl Sunday, as studios tempted movie-lovers with the next chapter of blockbuster franchises while also making room for streaming services and what’s ahead on those popular platforms.
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But what trailer gained the most momentum?

According to AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive, here are the top 3 that have really extended beyond the 15 minutes of fame:

3. Marvel Studios: “Big Game”

Marvel Studios took to the Big Game stage and unveiled a lineup of new releases—The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, WandaVision, and Loki—that are coming soon to Disney+. The current view total is third-highest among all trailers on AdBlitz

2. Amazon Prime Video: “Hunters”

 

It’s another All-American barbecue—until it’s not. Amazon Prime Video released a spot for “Hunters” during the Super Bowl, and the thrilling minute-plus trailer that shows a very eerie Al Pacino has made its way to the second-highest view count. How many have watched so far? Check out the answer here.

1. Universal Studios: “F9”

The Fast Saga continues, and people are clearly excited. The extended version of the Super Bowl trailer for F9 has been released, and it’s tops in that category on AdBlitz.

And the views? It does the franchise proud, so we gave it a title:

Fast & Furious 10: The Views on F9!

The top 5 inspirational Super Bowl Sunday ads, according to AdBlitz

A few companies took the wide-reaching opportunity on Super Bowl Sunday to inspire and impact the audience who were tuning in to watch the Big Game. Some were calls to action, such as this Michelob ULTRA Pre Gold spot, while a few delivered messages …

A few companies took the wide-reaching opportunity on Super Bowl Sunday to inspire and impact the audience who were tuning in to watch the Big Game. Some were calls to action, such as this Michelob ULTRA Pre Gold spot, while a few delivered messages to an NFL audience that is growing to almost half of the entire total: women.

According to AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive, these are the top 5 highest-viewed inspirational ads from Super Bowl Sunday.

1. Secret Deodorant: “The Secret Kicker”

 

This pregame spot by Secret Deodorant has been getting a lot of attention, and rightfully so. The creative delivery in the ad’s messaging—n inspirational focus that champions for women’s equality—makes it easy to understand why the views have soared.

Check out the current count here.

2. Microsoft: “Be The One”

 

Microsoft’s ad was an empowering 60 seconds narrated and featuring the first-ever woman to coach in a Super Bowl: San Francisco 49ers assistant coach, Katie Sowers. The spot took ninth in the Ad Meter rankings and is continuing to turn the view counter upward.

3. Budweiser: “Typical American”

The King of Beers gave the Dalmatian and Clydesdales a year off, and instead unveiled a concept that showcased some (incredible) “Typical Americans.” Budweiser’s tip of the cap to the best of America has been well received, too. The spot landed just outside the top 10 in the Ad Meter rankings while continuing to attract an audience on YouTube.

4. NFL: “NEXT 100”

The NFL’s spot this year came with a surprising reveal: The ending was shot in realtime, with the kick return culminating on the field in Miami. The ad took sixth on Ad Meter, and the inspiring message to the game’s future stars is still going strong.

5. Olay: “Make Space For Women”

The Olay ad featured an all-woman cast with a compelling call to action, and the launch that included Busy Philipps and Lilly Singh plus astronaut Nicole Stott has continued to skyrocket.

Best of Ad Meter 2020: 5 highest-rated snack commercials

What’s a Super Bowl without snacks? More so, what’s a Super Bowl without a few memorable snack commercials? From the salty to the sweet, the cheesy goodness and the chocolate-covered delights, let’s head into Ad Meter’s pantry and take a look at the …

What’s a Super Bowl without snacks?

More so, what’s a Super Bowl without a few memorable snack commercials?

From the salty to the sweet, the cheesy goodness and the chocolate-covered delights, let’s head into Ad Meter’s pantry and take a look at the five highest-rated snack commercials from this year’s rankings.

Plus, we’ll find out what honors these spots are taking over at AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive.

Ready? It’s snack time!

1. Doritos: “The Cool Ranch,” 6.62

The top snack spot this year goes to Doritos “The Cool Ranch,” starring Sam Elliott and Lil Nas X. It’s part showdown, part dance-off, and one of the funniest ads of Super Bowl LIV. See where it ranks in views for Comedy ads on AdBlitz here.

2. Cheetos: “Can’t Touch This,” 6.07

Cheetos rounded out the top 10 in this year’s Ad Meter, with its spot “Can’t Touch This.” The commercial has struck a chord (dance move?) with fans, thanks to an early-90s classic by MC Hammer. Like the Doritos commercial, Cheetos is also continuing to attract more than a few curious eyes—check out the impressive count on AdBlitz!

3. Reeses: “Rock,” 5.45

The third highest-rated snack commercial was Reeses’ spot, “Rock.” A montage of coworkers’ comically accurate answers to one employee’s questions regarding the Reeses Take 5, the spot takes a go at literal comedy and doesn’t fail to deliver. And now, the extended cut on released on YouTube has been climbing up the ranks quickly!

4. Planters: “Tribute,” 5.36

 

Not so fast, Wesley Snipes! Although a lot of discussion surrounded this spot—and the teaser—the funeral for Mr. Peanut turned out to be a feel-good moment that introduced viewers (and the gathered mourners, such as Kool-Aid Man) to Baby Nut.

It’s done well on AdBlitz, too. The spot is ranked in the top 5 highest-rated sentimental ads this year—and when you see the number of views, it makes sense, too.)

5. Snickers: “#FixTheWorld,” 5.35

Rounding out the top 5 highest-rated snack commercials is Snickers’ “#FixTheWorld.” They have also released an extended cut of the Super Bowl ad—this version, which is picking up steam on YouTube, has a few more topical annoyances added to the (on-the-nose) song that culminates with earth getting fed a giant Snickers.

Spot ON: The top 5 Ad Meter spots are continuing to rack up views on YouTube’s AdBlitz

While Kansas City continues the Super Bowl feeling-partying into this week with uncontainable pride-the commercial rush continues for the spots that were ranked in this year’s USA Today Ad Meter. Based on the views over at AdBlitz, a YouTube …

While Kansas City continues the Super Bowl feeling—partying into this week with uncontainable pride—the commercial rush continues for the spots that were ranked in this year’s USA Today Ad Meter. Based on the views over at AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive, the top 5 spots are still climbing, with the counts reaching some MVP-worthy praise (no offense, Patrick Mahomes).

Here are the five highest-rated spots from the Ad Meter rankings, with the current tallies from AdBlitz.

1. Jeep: “Groundhog Day”

People are paying a personal homage to “Groundhog Day” and reliving (rewatching?) the top spot from this year, with the view count climbing into the incredible.

Current AdBlitz tally: 45,842,919 views

2. Hyundai: “Smaht Pahk”

The second-highest rated ad, featuring a few famous faces and one unique accent, has been soaring up the view count wicked-fast!

Current AdBlitz tally: 41,557,153 views

3. Google: “Loretta”

We’re not crying, you’re crying! (And you’re definitely not alone.)

Current AdBlitz tally: 15,083,289 views

4. Doritos: “The Cool Ranch”

Super Bowl Sunday’s matchup between the Chiefs and 49ers wasn’t the only showdown in town, thanks to a catchy Doritos spot featuring Sam Elliott and Lil Nas X. And people are still tuning in to watch this one, so…draw?

Current AdBlitz tally: 10,714,367 views

5. Rocket Mortgage: “Comfortable”

The word is out, Mr. Momoa! Rocket Mortgage’s spot featuring the (real! superstar actor and wife, Lisa Bonet, has been racking up the views.

Current AdBlitz tally: 7,326,404 views

ICYMI: Former Longhorn Nate Boyer featured in Super Bowl commercial

Texas ex Nate Boyer was featured in a Super Bowl commercial courtesy of YouTube.

Former Texas long snapper Nate Boyer appeared in a Super Bowl commercial courtesy of YouTube.

Ahead of the kickoff for Super Bowl LIV, YouTube took viewers behind the scenes of Boyer’s experience with the Texas football program and how he was able to teach himself to become the starting long snapper.

A former United States Army Green Beret, Boyer served for six years including multiple tours overseas before choosing to walk-on at the University of Texas. Prior to joining the Texas football program, Boyer had never played an organized down of football in his life.

Boyer played for the Longhorns from 2010-14, became the starting long snapper for three of those seasons. After a short stint with the Seattle Seahawks in 2015, Boyer turned his focus to making an impact off the field.

Super Bowl commercial rush with YouTube’s AdBlitz: 3 surprises gaining post-SB traction

The Super Bowl might be over, but the commercial rush is still going strong. While USA Today’s 32nd Ad Meter is in the books, with Jeep’s “Groundhog Day” taking the top honors this year, there are more than a handful of eye-catching ads that played …

The Super Bowl might be over, but the commercial rush is still going strong. While USA Today’s 32nd Ad Meter is in the books, with Jeep’s “Groundhog Day” taking the top honors this year, there are more than a handful of eye-catching ads that played during the breaks and halftime that have really started to pick up views over at AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive.

Here are a few surprises that are starting to gain traction:

Quibi: “Bank Heist”

Although it didn’t rate so well on Ad Meter, the concept this spot for Quibi, a Los Angeles-based short-form mobile video platform company, has caught the attention of more than a few people. (Way more than a few people, to be exact.)

Check out the AdBlitz tally here!

OLAY: “Make Space for Women”

The all-women cast in this fun spot—with an empowering message—has Olay moving up the ranks. The spot finished 36th in the Ad Meter rankings, but take a look at the number of people who have joined Busy Philipps, Lilly Singh and astronaut Nicole Stott on the journey!

Cheetos: “Can’t Touch This”

Cheetos’ spot “Can’t Touch This” is shuffling quickly up the view count on AdBlitz, with the No. 10 Ad Meter spot really hitting a nostalgic stride—much like the star of the ad!

Will any of these three spots catch the current leader on AdBlitz? Make sure to check back this week as we continue to follow All Things Super Bowl Commercials!