For many sports fans, the fall means only one thing: college football. College football is one of the most popular sports in the country, and according to a 2018 Gallup Poll, 56 percent of U.S. adults associate themselves with being college football fans—more than professional baseball, basketball, hockey and soccer. That means fans across the country are breaking out their favorite jerseys and prepping their tailgating gear for the excitement and potential of a new football season.

There are more than 800 college games before the end of the year, and fans who can't make it in to the stadium or don’t have tickets will stream many of them from home, work, or their superstitious sports-watching locale. With wireless technology, streaming services have given fans new opportunities to engage without a ticket to the game. According to a study by Google, “30 percent of sports fans say they stream live sports on their smartphone or tablet” and “80 percent of sports viewers say they use a computer or smartphone while watching live sports on TV to do things like searching for player stats and live scores, messaging other fans, and watching related videos.”

Don’t miss any of the action. Here are some helpful tips from T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile for staying connected and catching all the best of college football this season:

1. Know your video streaming options: Check the NCAA’s college football TV schedule to see when a team is playing and where it will air. With a TV sports package, customers should have access to most games through ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, ESPN and more, and many providers all provide mobile solutions or apps for consumer's personal devices. For cord-cutters, look into streaming services depending on what teams you follow. Many of the most anticipated games of the season will be available on ESPN+

2. Video is only part of the experience

Whether you’re glued to the couch or on the go, you’re going to want stadium-like audio to complement your team's most exciting in-game moments. UE and JBL make some of the most popular Bluetooth speakers out there. And if you’re watching in class or at work (no one's judging), remain discreet with Bluetooth headphones like the new Samsung Galaxy Buds.

3. Don’t let a poor internet connection and/or data overage charges drive you crazy

Android Central reports that 4K video streams use an average of 7.2GB per hour. That data use adds up after just a few of your favorite games, even more so if you’re part of the 80 percent of viewers using multiple devices to stream content.

For an optimal streaming experience, log in to a Wi-Fi connection or get unlimited data for your mobile devices, and utilize a reliable, fast and high-quality connection to keep your high-speed data and still be able to get the latest scores around the country even after your game has ended.

4. Going to the game? Charge up!

If you score tickets to see your favorite team play, make sure you’re prepared. Remember to fully charge your devices pre-game and/or bring a portable battery so you can charge up at halftime. Also, be familiar with your wireless rate plan's data limits if you plan to share pictures or videos during the game. For aspiring sports photographers, consider a smartphone camera accessory like the Miggo Pictar, which turns your smartphone into a high-end DSLR camera to help you get the best live-action snaps.

With wireless technology, you can still feel like you’re at the game even from your home. Prepare yourself for the full wireless experience—video, audio and a great internet connection—and this season can be your best season too.