If your BIL has two TV's and can handle SD on the second TV, the new price will only increase $1-2, this assumes he will want the local channels (they used to be a $5 option now they are required > 2/1)
So whats a guy to do if he wants to watch Big 12 Basketball, more specifically KU?
Lot's of their early games are on the Big 12 network. Is it possible to subscribe to distant locals, like Topeka, KS; I am in Arkansas?
Can you explain more how you are setup for your whole house DVR?
How is your IR distribution system setup?
Do you have a diagram of your setup and the pieces used to connect it all together?