8 Most Popular La-Z-Boy Recliners for Watching Football
La-Z-Boy Southeast | August 29, 2025
Sitting on the 50-yard-line in a packed stadium can be exciting, but watching football from your own home has its perks. Whether you’re an avid football fan or just in it for snacks and halftime entertainment, you may be in search of the best seat in the house.
Football can be found on many living room televisions during the fall. When it’s time for kick-off, reclining in a comfortable seat with your feet kicked up is the perfect way to watch the game.
La-Z-Boy is famous for recliners, having been a staple in living rooms for almost a century. With unmatched patented features and benefits for personalized comfort, La-Z-Boy recliners are the perfect recliners for watching football.
In this article, we’ll take a look at the 8 most popular La-Z-Boy recliners for watching football. With features such as wide, rolled arms (for securing your snacks) and plush backs (for sneaking in those halftime naps), you’ll quickly see why these top-selling La-Z-Boy recliners make for great additions to your living room for football season.
1.) La-Z-Boy Greyson Recliner
Classic comfort meets exceptional design
The Greyson features luxurious pillow-top arms and an extra-deep chaise seat that creates a continuous zone of comfort from head to toe. Its plush tall back and refined detailing make it perfect for both relaxation and style-conscious homes.
- Benefits: Exceptional lumbar support, space-saving wall design, premium comfort materials, lifetime warranty
Learn More About the Greyson Recliner
2.) La-Z-Boy Trouper Recliner
Fresh, contemporary style with superior support.
With its updated silhouette, slightly flared arms, and sleek tall back, the Trouper brings modern appeal to any room. The sculpted bucket seat cradles you while the padded split back provides targeted head and lumbar support.
- Benefits: Contemporary design, excellent posture support, space-efficient placement, durable construction
Learn more about the Trouper recliner here.
3.) La-Z-Boy Apollo Recliner
Modern sophistication meets power comfort.
The Apollo showcases sleek padded arms, box-border back design, and exposed wings for contemporary flair. Its bucket chaise seat and advanced power features deliver customizable comfort at the touch of a button.
- Benefits: Modern aesthetic, power adjustability, USB charging ports, premium materials
Learn more about the Apollo Recliner here.
4.) La-Z-Boy Maddox Recliner
Bold, modern designer for taller users.
Specifically designed for users 5’10” to 6’2″, the Maddox features a tall, luxurious blown-fiber split back and sophisticated waterfall chaise seat. Chunky track arms and flat flange welt trim create a bold, contemporary look.
- Benefits: Ideal for tall users, modern styling, superior back support, space-saving wall placement
Learn more about the Maddox Recliner here.
5.) La-Z-Boy Emmons Recliner
Modern lines meet traditional comfort.
The Emmons perfectly blends modern aesthetics with traditional comfort, featuring tall cushy split backs with curved splits and exposed sloping wings. Its wide streamlined track arms and smooth chaise seat create a roomy span for lounging, while the elevated design provides excellent height support.
- Benefits: Ideal for taller individuals, modern aesthetic, superior back height support, 5-star customer ratings
Read more about the Emmons Recliner here.
6.) La-Z-Boy Pinnacle Recliner
Easygoing comfort with classic appeal.
The Pinnacle offers relaxed styling with a plushly pillowed tall back and padded rolled arms. Its chaise seat and legrest create a continuous comfort zone, perfect for extended relaxation sessions.
- Benefits: Classic comfort design, full-body support, easy operation, wall-saving functionality
Read more about the Pinnacle Recliner here.
7.) La-Z-Boy Jay Recliner
Family friendly style with practical design.
Jay features slightly flared arms and a distinctive horizontal seam across the back, accented with detailed flange trim. This family favorite combines casual style with reliable comfort and durability.
- Benefits: Family-friendly design, easy maintenance, independent back recline, removable back for easy moving
Read more about the Jay Recliner here.
8.) La-Z-Boy Brooks Recliner
Clean, casual comfort with tailored style.
The Brooks offers a casual blend of comfort and function with an updated look that’s cleaner and less overstuffed than expected. Its thinner back design and smaller arm posts create a modern, tailored silhouette that blends well with various room styles, while maximizing cushion support without sacrificing space.
- Benefits: Ideal for smaller spaces and users (5’4″ to 5’9″), modern tailored look, firm support, best-selling model with 4.8/5 stars
Learn more about the Brooks Recliner here.
La-Z-Boy Recliner Features & Upgrades
La-Z-Boy Recliners come in more than 900 different leathers and fabrics.
Plus, they offer the widest variety of custom upgrades in the recliner market. Here are some of the options you can choose from:
- Reclining Options: Manual. Power.
- Handle Options: Standard. Elongated. Silver Arc Handle. Left or Right Side.
- Base Options: Standard. Swivel Base.
- Cushion Options: Standard. AirForm Memory Foam Cushions.
Find The Perfect Recliner for Your Next TV Tailgate
When you picture watching a football game from the comfort of your home, it’s easy to see why a recliner is a natural fit. Kick your feet up, enjoy your favorite drink or snack, and even sneak in a nap during halftime. All you can do from the comfort of a recliner.
La-Z-Boy recliners are built for comfort. We’ve highlighted just a few of best-selling La-Z-Boy Recliners for watching football, but one of the biggest benefits of owning a La-Z-Boy recliner is the ability to have customized comfort.
No matter what you’re watching from the comfort of your living room, before you select a recliner, make sure it’s the right fit for your unique body type.
You can do this by downloading our free guide with three steps to finding the perfect recliner.
This free guide will help you:
- Avoid unnecessary pain.
- Pick out a recliner that’s built to last.
- Get the right fit for your body.
If you want to browse other La-Z-Boy Recliner styles, Check out more of our best selling recliners here.
We’d be happy to help you find the perfect recliner for your home at any of our locations in NC, SC, and GA.
