You, a Football Fan, Lost in a Radio Dial Jungle: A Hilarious Guide to Finding the NFL in LA
Ah, the glorious struggle of every die-hard NFL fan – figuring out which radio station is blasting your favorite team's grunts, touchdowns, and (let's be honest) the occasional questionable referee call. Fear not, fellow Los Angeles gridiron enthusiast, for I, your trusty radio wave navigator, am here to guide you through the Los Angeles jungle!
Station Smackdown: A Rundown of Your Options
First things first, forget trying to find a station playing polka music or smooth jazz – we're here for football! Now, LA offers a bounty of sports radio stations, each vying for your precious ear attention. Here's a breakdown of your top contenders:
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KLAC AM 570 (XTRA Sports 570): This is your primary suspect. Westwood One, the official radio broadcaster for many NFL games, partners with KLAC for Sunday afternoon doubleheaders. So, if it's a Sunday afternoon game, tune in here first!
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KLAA AM 830: This station's a bit of a wildcard. They primarily focus on the Los Angeles Angels and the Anaheim Ducks, but they do occasionally air Monday Night Football. Consider it a bonus option if KLAC isn't airing the game you crave.
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The Rest of the Radio Zoo: Stations like KNX 1070 and KEIB 1150 dabble in sports talk, but their NFL coverage might be limited. Unless you hear Jim Rome himself commentating on a game (unlikely, but hey, dreams can come true!), it's best to stick with the big boys – KLAC and KLAA.
Remember: There's always the possibility that the NFL gods have decided your team is playing in a nationally televised game, which means...
The Hail Mary: Streaming to the Rescue!
If your local radio options are a bust, don't despair! The internet, bless its glorious existence, offers streaming options. Here are a couple of Hail Mary throws:
- NFL Mobile app: This app, with a subscription, lets you listen to live radio broadcasts of most NFL games.
- Westwood One Sports website: They might have a radio affiliate finder to help you narrow down your search.
Bonus Tip: If you're feeling fancy, SiriusXM offers a dedicated NFL Radio channel (Channel 88). But that, my friend, requires a separate subscription.
So there you have it! With this knowledge, you'll never be lost in the radio dial wilderness again. Now, crank up the volume, grab some chips and salsa, and settle in for some fantastic football action!
