For football aficionados, the festive season is about to get even better! Two eagerly awaited Christmas Day games that promise thrills and postseason ramifications are on the NFL’s Week 17 slate.
Everything you need to know for a memorable football day is right here, including teams, kickoff times, streaming options, and more.
Which NFL Teams Will Play in 2024 on Christmas Day?
There are two must-see games on this year’s Christmas Day schedule:
Game 1: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Start time: 1:00 PM ET
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s Acrisure Stadium
Where to watch: local CBS affiliate stations and Netflix
Netflix or NFL+ (available on Google Play and the Apple App Store) are streaming options.
Game 2: Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens
Start time: 4:30 p.m. ET
Location: Houston, Texas’s NRG Stadium
Where to watch: local CBS affiliate stations and Netflix
Which streaming services are available: the NFL+ app or Netflix? Which NFL teams will be playing on Christmas Day 2024?
There are two must-see games on this year’s Christmas Day schedule:
Game 1: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Start time: 1:00 PM ET
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s Acrisure Stadium
Where to watch: local CBS affiliate stations and Netflix
Netflix or NFL+ (available on Google Play and the Apple App Store) are streaming options.
Why Are NFL Games on Christmas Day Special?
Christmas Day NFL games, which combine exciting football action with holiday celebrations, have grown to be a beloved tradition.
These games provide the ideal balance of sports and holiday cheer, whether you’re spending time with loved ones or spending a peaceful day at home.
How to Watch and Stream NFL Games on Christmas Day
To make sure you don’t miss a moment of the action, follow this brief guide:
Netflix: In a first for the NFL, both games will be streamed live on Netflix.
Local CBS Affiliates: In local markets, fans can watch the games on traditional television via CBS.
NFL+: Provides extra features like highlights and live game streaming.
The Significance of These Games
Teams with significant stakes are competing for postseason spots in both games:
Under the leadership of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs are a consistent challenger for the Super Bowl.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are trying to use their potent defensive lineup against them in order to maintain their prospects of making the playoffs.
Under head coach DeMeco Ryans, the Houston Texans are rebuilding with intriguing young talent and a new strategy.
The Baltimore Ravens, headed by MVP-caliber quarterback Lamar Jackson, will play them.
NFL Week 17 Schedule in Full
Week 17 is jam-packed with intriguing games that could influence the playoff situation after Christmas Day. The entire lineup is as follows:
Matchup Date Time in Eastern Time Transmission
The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Kansas City Chiefs
Christmas Wednesday 1 p.m. CBS and Netflix
Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens Christmas Wednesday 4:30 p.m.
CBS and Netflix
Chicago Bears vs. Seattle Seahawks Thu 8:15 p.m. Prime Video
New England Patriots vs. Los Angeles Chargers
Sat. 1 p.m. NFL Network The Cincinnati Bengals and Denver Broncos
Sat. 4:30 p.m. NFL
The Los Angeles Rams vs. Arizona Cardinals
Sat.
8:15 p.m.
NFL Network
The New York Giants and the Indianapolis Colts
Sun
1 p.m.
FOX
The Buffalo Bills and the New York Jets
Sun 1 p.m. CBS
The Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans
Sun 1 p.m. CBS
Minnesota Vikings vs. Green Bay Packers
Sun 1 p.m. FOX
New Orleans Saints vs. Las Vegas Raiders
Sun 1 p.m. FOX
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Carolina Panthers
Sun 1 p.m. CBS
Cleveland Browns at Miami Dolphins
Sun 4:05 p.m. CBS
At the Philadelphia Eagles, the Dallas Cowboys
Sun 4:25 p.m. FOX
At Washington Commanders, the Atlanta Falcons
Sun 8:20 p.m. NBC
At the San Francisco 49ers, the Detroit Lions
Mon 8:15 p.m. ABC/ESPN
Important Takeaways
Historic Streaming Opportunity: A daring move in the development of sports broadcasting is Netflix’s live game coverage.
Holiday Entertainment: Playing these games with loved ones is the ideal way to spend Christmas Day.
High-Stakes Matchups: Teams competing for crucial postseason spots are featured in both games.