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Analytics and the NFL in 2016, part three: How technology can make NFL teams more competitive

Everyday technology advances are starting to find utility on the gridiron. Teams are already taking advantage.

Sensors and visualizations are making major advancements in recent years, and while much of the technology is proprietary - guarded by the teams that employ it - I think you're going to view a sea change in NFL practices over the next few years. Here are the new technologies that stand out to me. If there are other ones that come to mind, let me know in the comments!

Motion tracking and health awareness

Companies are focusing on "wearable" technology that uses sensors to monitor a player's health and his motion.