The NFL continues to expand its presence on Christmas Day, and the 2025 season will feature a blockbuster as a tripleheader is all set to design to keep fans engaged throughout the holiday. With major matchups scheduled for the whole day, the league has partnered with leading streaming platforms to deliver wall-to-wall coverage. From traditional rivalries to prime-time drama, Christmas Day promises to be a showcase event for American football fans worldwide.
Cowboys vs Commanders to open Christmas action
The festive football schedule begins with a familiar NFC East rivalry as the Dallas Cowboys face the Washington Commanders in the opening game of the day. The contest is set for an 11:30 PM IST kickoff and will be streamed live on Netflix.
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This matchup sets the tone for the day, with both teams typically fighting for playoff relevance late in the season.
Lions and Vikings renew NFC North rivalry
The afternoon slot features an intense divisional clash between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings, scheduled for a 3:00 AM IST (Dec 26) kickoff. Like the first game, this fixture will also stream nationally on Netflix.
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Local viewers in Detroit and Minneapolis will still have access through regional television broadcasts, ensuring traditional audiences are not left out. Known for their physical style of play and close encounters, Lions vs Vikings adds a competitive edge to the Christmas Day lineup.
Broncos vs Chiefs aiming for strong viewership
The final game of the tripleheader brings prime-time excitement as the Denver Broncos are set to take on the Kansas City Chiefs at 6:45 AM IST (Dec 26). This matchup will air as part of Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime Video.
With the Chiefs often in contention for postseason success and the Broncos aiming to disrupt divisional dominance.
NFL Christmas Day 2025 blends elite matchups with modern streaming access, offering fans three compelling games across Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.
