The NFL in “Toy Story”? The Atlanta Falcons vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game is broadcast in animation

Get ready to see two NFL teams reach for the sky and attempt to go to infinity and beyond when they play across the Atlantic Ocean.

There will be a new way to watch the NFL when the Atlanta Falcons and Jacksonville Jaguars face off in their Week 4 matchup at Wembley Stadium in London, as ESPN and Disney air “Toy Story Funday Football “, featuring the stars of the international match. in one of the most iconic animated film franchises.

Rather than watching the action from inside Wembley Stadium, the game will be recreated simultaneously in Andy’s bedroom, the place where the friendship between Woody and Buzz Lightyear began. The broadcast will be part of the NFL and Disney’s efforts to attract a younger audience to its fan base.

How will “Toy Story Funday Football” work?

Plays from the Falcons-Jaguars game will be converted to animation-style football players, with Woody and Buzz on the sidelines following the action. Other “Toy Story” characters like Jesse, Bo Peep, Bullseye, Rex, Slinky Dog, Bunny, Ducky, Forky and the green aliens will also make an appearance.

From every run, pass, juke and touchdown, the play will be recreated through “cutting-edge tracking technology” using Next Gen Stats player tracking data from the NFL and Beyond Sports.

“In addition to the gameplay, all surrounding aspects of the game – the announcers, graphics, scoreboard, penalty calls, celebrations, and more – will all embrace the “Toy Story” themed offering “in their packaging and delivery, all taking place in Andy’s bedroom,” ESPN said in a press release.

During the game, the broadcast will also feature demonstrations and “how-to” videos for teaching football, as well as pre-recorded segments from Atlanta and Jacksonville players.

The game format will be similar to the ESPN-hosted NHL “Big City Greens Classic” between the Washington Capitals and New York Rangers in March.

How to watch ‘Toy Story Funday Football’ between the Atlanta Falcons and the Jacksonville Jaguars

“Toy Story Funday Football” will air during the Falcons and Jaguars kickoff on October 1 at 9:30 a.m. ET. It will be available live on Disney+, ESPN+ and on mobile with NFL+. Once the game is over, ESPN says a replay will be available on Disney+ for a limited time.

Drew Carter, Booger McFarland and 12-year-old Pepper Persley will be the commentators for the alternative show.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Falcons-Jaguars NFL Game to Receive Disney ‘Toy Story’ Animated Broadcast