At a Glance
- Christmas falls on a Thursday, giving fans three NFL games.
- Two games stream on Netflix, the third on Prime Video.
- Teams: Commanders vs Cowboys, Lions vs Vikings, Broncos vs Chiefs.
- Why it matters: Fans can plan their viewing and know the playoff stakes.
This year’s Christmas Day football lineup delivers a trio of matchups that keep the NFL’s playoff race alive while giving fans a chance to stream games from home. With the holiday landing on Thursday, fans can catch the Commanders-Cowboys duel, a Lions-Vikings showdown, and a Broncos-Chiefs face-off across two major streaming platforms.
Streaming Options
The first two games are available on Netflix, which works with any subscription tier, including the $8/month Standard with ads plan. The final game streams on Prime Video, part of Amazon’s Thursday Night Football and free for Prime members; non-members can add the channel for $9/month.
- Netflix: Commanders vs Cowboys at 1 p.m. ET; Lions vs Vikings at 4:30 p.m. ET.
- Prime Video: Broncos vs Chiefs at 8:15 p.m. ET.
- NFL Plus: $7/month, $15/month with Red Zone; limited to phone or tablet.
- Prime Video Twitch: Free stream of the Broncos-Chiefs game.
| Away Team | Home Team | Time (ET) | Streaming Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | Dallas Cowboys | 1 p.m. | Netflix |
| Detroit Lions | Minnesota Vikings | 4:30 p.m. | Netflix |
| Denver Broncos | Kansas City Chiefs | 8:15 p.m. | Prime Video |
Game Details
The Washington Commanders (4-11) face the Dallas Cowboys (6-8) in a rivalry that now boils down to pride and player bonuses, as neither team is in playoff contention. The Detroit Lions (8-7) take on the Minnesota Vikings (7-8) in the NFC North, with the Lions still holding a slim chance to surpass the Packers for the final playoff spot; Snoop Dogg performs at halftime. The Denver Broncos (6-9) challenge the Kansas City Chiefs (6-9), who will miss the playoffs for the first time in a decade; the Chiefs aim to act as a spoiler against their AFC West rivals tied with the Patriots at 12-3 for the top seed.
Key Takeaways
- Three games on Christmas Day: two on Netflix, one on Prime Video.
- Commanders-Cowboys and Lions-Vikings are both non-playoff teams; Chiefs miss playoffs for first time in 10 years.
- Fans can stream via multiple platforms, including free options for Prime members and a low-cost NFL Plus.
Christmas Day football offers fans a mix of rivalry, playoff implications, and streaming convenience, making it a must-watch holiday for NFL enthusiasts.
