The first season of the United States Football League kicks off and fans can look forward to some innovative new technologies that will enhance the TV viewing experience. Daryl Johnston, the executive vice president of football operations for the USFL, advertised some of the new stuff in an appearance on “Fox & Friends” earlier this week. “We create access to unprecedented views. And for me as a player, to be able to share some of these experiences with the fans – and that’s what they want to do, they want to be able to get as close as they possibly can and all this “Technology provides that,” Johnston told Fox & Friends co-host Brian Kilmeade on Monday. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE AT FOXNEWS.COM The Houston Gamblers take a breath on the bench. (Ryan Gonzalez / USFL) “We talked about video with a dual sky camera, with some drones, the number of cameras we had. But the only thing everyone was excited about last week was the sound. They had a fixed camera where they walked right into the tangle, so the angle of the camera from that shot will look like you as a spectator in the house standing in the tangle with the general. “ With the New Jersey Generals and Birmingham Stallions playing Saturday night at 7:30, here is a list of the five most interesting concepts that will make their USFL debut. –

1). Helmet camera

  The USFL will have cameras on the players’ helmets.  (USFL)

Ever wondered what it’s like to really run a course and catch a pass or see what other players see? The USFL, as a place to offer fans an all-access experience, will have cameras on players’ helmets. Fans will have an inside look at what players see during the game. Strap inside.

2). Access to the locker rooms

Fans will be able to see the interactions between players and coaches in the locker room. USFL FIRST SEASON NEAR THE START: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

3). Headphones, slide protectors and Omaha

The general and the play-caller are always in touch. From Saturday, fans will be able to hear what a project is called and how it is defined. In addition, players’ microphones will be switched on during the festivities, among other occasions.

4). Two forward passes, overtime, kicks inside and more

The USFL is bringing new rules changes to the pitch this spring. Among them are two advanced passes behind the line of contention, a shot extension, a new option to get the ball back after the goal and a few other things. Click here to read more about the rules. CLICK HERE TO RECEIVE THE FOX NEWS APPLICATION

5). Ball tracking technology

  The USFL unveiled a football chip to determine where the ball is on the court.  (USFL)

The days of the chain gang are over. USFL has unveiled a football chip that will pinpoint the exact location of the pill and make call first downs more accurate. Along with the yellow line on the TV, determining whether a first down will take place will be similar to whether a ball is in or out during a professional tennis match.