July 30th, 2026
Industry Update for Bar & Restaurant Owners
Allstar Closes Its 2026 NFL Installation Planning Window
Over the past several years, Allstar Systems has consistently communicated that the commercial
television industry was changing. As we approach another NFL season, we believe it is important to
explain where the industry stands today, how we arrived here, and what business owners should
expect moving forward.
What Changed, and How Did We Get Here?
For decades, bars and restaurants could rely on a single wholesale television provider to deliver
nearly everything their customers wanted to watch. That model is rapidly disappearing.
Television content is becoming increasingly fragmented as content owners launch their own
platforms and services. NFL Sunday Ticket is one highly visible example of a much larger industry
shift. Businesses that want comprehensive sports coverage should expect to work with multiple
providers well into the future.
Why Allstar Started Preparing Years Ago
Recognizing where the industry was headed, Allstar Systems began researching solutions, testing
technologies, and developing installation standards years before these changes became
mandatory.
For the past several years, Allstar Systems has consistently encouraged bars and restaurants to
begin planning their transition early. We invested in developing a commercial solution, trained our
installation teams, expanded our capacity, and worked to educate our customers before demand
reached today's levels.
Many business owners acted early.
Many others chose to wait.
Allstar's Planning Window Has Closed
As we enter the final weeks before the NFL season, demand for commercial television upgrades
has exceeded Allstar Systems' available installation capacity and the availability of certain
equipment.
As a result, Allstar Systems has officially closed our planning window for guaranteed
pre-season NFL installation projects.
While we continue accepting customer inquiries and new projects, business owners should
understand that installation timing is now dependent upon equipment availability, project
complexity, and remaining installation capacity. We will not provide estimated installation dates
unless we are confident we can meet them.
We believe it is better to provide honest expectations than promises we cannot keep.
Our Philosophy Has Not Changed
At Allstar Systems, we have never believed in installing temporary or "good enough" solutions
simply to meet a deadline.
Our responsibility is to design systems that are reliable, serviceable, and capable of supporting our
customers long after opening day.
That philosophy sometimes means telling customers what they need to hear instead of what they
want to hear.
We believe that approach ultimately serves our customers best.
Looking Beyond This NFL Season
Although this announcement is centered around the upcoming NFL season, the underlying changes
extend far beyond football.
The commercial television industry will continue evolving as more programming moves to dedicated
streaming platforms and content providers continue reshaping how businesses access live
television.
Business owners who plan ahead and build flexible commercial television systems will be in the
strongest position to adapt to future changes.
This is no longer simply about NFL Sunday Ticket.
It is about preparing your business for the future of commercial television.
About Allstar Systems
Allstar Systems specializes in commercial audio/video systems, sports bar television systems,
commercial streaming integration, restaurant technology, networking, control systems, and ongoing
support for bars, restaurants, taverns, entertainment venues, and other commercial businesses
throughout Upstate New York and beyond.
For businesses planning future upgrades or seeking guidance on the changing commercial
television landscape, the team at Allstar Systems is available to discuss your options.
Phone: (518) 746-9600
Email: [email protected]
Industry Update for Bar & Restaurant Owners
Allstar Closes Its 2026 NFL Installation Planning Window
Over the past several years, Allstar Systems has consistently communicated that the commercial
television industry was changing. As we approach another NFL season, we believe it is important to
explain where the industry stands today, how we arrived here, and what business owners should
expect moving forward.
What Changed, and How Did We Get Here?
For decades, bars and restaurants could rely on a single wholesale television provider to deliver
nearly everything their customers wanted to watch. That model is rapidly disappearing.
Television content is becoming increasingly fragmented as content owners launch their own
platforms and services. NFL Sunday Ticket is one highly visible example of a much larger industry
shift. Businesses that want comprehensive sports coverage should expect to work with multiple
providers well into the future.
Why Allstar Started Preparing Years Ago
Recognizing where the industry was headed, Allstar Systems began researching solutions, testing
technologies, and developing installation standards years before these changes became
mandatory.
For the past several years, Allstar Systems has consistently encouraged bars and restaurants to
begin planning their transition early. We invested in developing a commercial solution, trained our
installation teams, expanded our capacity, and worked to educate our customers before demand
reached today's levels.
Many business owners acted early.
Many others chose to wait.
Allstar's Planning Window Has Closed
As we enter the final weeks before the NFL season, demand for commercial television upgrades
has exceeded Allstar Systems' available installation capacity and the availability of certain
equipment.
As a result, Allstar Systems has officially closed our planning window for guaranteed
pre-season NFL installation projects.
While we continue accepting customer inquiries and new projects, business owners should
understand that installation timing is now dependent upon equipment availability, project
complexity, and remaining installation capacity. We will not provide estimated installation dates
unless we are confident we can meet them.
We believe it is better to provide honest expectations than promises we cannot keep.
Our Philosophy Has Not Changed
At Allstar Systems, we have never believed in installing temporary or "good enough" solutions
simply to meet a deadline.
Our responsibility is to design systems that are reliable, serviceable, and capable of supporting our
customers long after opening day.
That philosophy sometimes means telling customers what they need to hear instead of what they
want to hear.
We believe that approach ultimately serves our customers best.
Looking Beyond This NFL Season
Although this announcement is centered around the upcoming NFL season, the underlying changes
extend far beyond football.
The commercial television industry will continue evolving as more programming moves to dedicated
streaming platforms and content providers continue reshaping how businesses access live
television.
Business owners who plan ahead and build flexible commercial television systems will be in the
strongest position to adapt to future changes.
This is no longer simply about NFL Sunday Ticket.
It is about preparing your business for the future of commercial television.
About Allstar Systems
Allstar Systems specializes in commercial audio/video systems, sports bar television systems,
commercial streaming integration, restaurant technology, networking, control systems, and ongoing
support for bars, restaurants, taverns, entertainment venues, and other commercial businesses
throughout Upstate New York and beyond.
For businesses planning future upgrades or seeking guidance on the changing commercial
television landscape, the team at Allstar Systems is available to discuss your options.
Phone: (518) 746-9600
Email: [email protected]
