HOW TO BE ROMANTIC (Even When the Game is On)

Balancing the attention you give to your partner and the attention you give to your team can truly be an art form. It takes some practice (and some guidance) to be an expert on player stats and your spouse's number one fan.

Here's ten easy ways to carve out some couple time amid touchdowns and turnovers—new from our in-house experts, the Romance Concierges of Caesars Pocono Resorts.

• #1
  Be a Team Player — If your guy spends all day Sunday in front of the TV, plan to spend all day Saturday doing something romantic. It doesn't have to be crazy and over-the-top, just some quality couple time doing the things you both enjoy—together.
• #2
  Winner takes all — Create some fun competition by "wagering" against your partner's favorite team. The loser has to spend one night as the winner's love slave (so ultimately, you both win!).
• #3
  Football foreplay — Before the big game, kick things off with your own intimate game of "two-hand touch." It's a great way to heat things up pre-game and it gives him something to look forward to after the game—that doesn't include a highlight reel.
• #4
  Romance referee — Create two red flags, one for each of you. At any time of your choosing during the game, you or your partner can throw the romance flag, creating a timeout for lovin.'
• #5
  Playbook of love — Before the big game, take time with your partner to write down your secret fantasies or favorite sexual positions and keep them in a binder — your "playbook of love." Following the game, you or your partner can each call out plays from the playbook and lead your own "team" to victory.
• #6
  Instant replay — The next time your partner is watching a game, hit the pause button on your DVR and ask for just 15 minutes of his time. You can go for a walk, chat a little (or whatever else you happen to think of—wink, wink). It's just enough time to reconnect without having to miss a single play.
• #7
  De-Fense (clap-clap) — Go to a game with your partner. Even if you don't totally understand the plays (or even really like the sport), you can't help but be caught up in the fever of the cheering crowd. It's a fun chance for you and your partner to root for his team and bond over hotdogs and draft beer!
• #8
  Suit up — Buy the football jersey for your partner's favorite team and use your creativity (and scissors) to turn it into a cute fitted top (or sexy piece of lingerie). Surprise your partner when you're alone by wearing it during the next game.
• #9
  Support the tailgate — Instead of being upset that your man is spending a day with his buddies watching football, embrace it! Plan a party and whip up some treats. Your man will feel proud of your ability to schmooze with his friends (plus the snacks are great too)!
• #10
  NFL IQ — Learn more about his team. Show your partner your knowledge of the quarterback's passing record or use football "lingo" when cheering during the game. He'll appreciate that you made an effort to be interested in his hobby (and he'll be more willing to become interested in one of yours).