If you’re an NFL fan, get ready to add yet another streaming service to your sports rotation. Starting this year, Netflix will be the newest home for the NFL’s Christmas games.
Whether you’re a lifelong Netflix subscriber or sighing over adding another streamer to your TV setup, here’s what you need to know about Netflix’s 2024 Christmas Day NFL games.
2024 Netflix NFL Christmas Day schedule
For the 2024–2025 NFL season, Netflix will get two Christmas Day games featuring four AFC teams that’ll likely be in the thick of the NFL playoff race. Both games also headline a full slate of college football bowls and NFL games over Christmas week.
Kansas City Chiefs at Pittsburgh Steelers
The Chiefs enter the season on a wave of good vibes, as the defending Super Bowl champs return their key players and remain well-positioned to maintain their spot as a playoff favorite.
As for the Steelers, they’ll likely be a work in progress this season thanks to their full offensive overhaul. But if the Steelers’ defense can keep the team afloat—they ranked sixth in the stat Defense-adjusted Value Over Average last year—they could be a tough out for Kansas City.
Baltimore Ravens at Houston Texans
Netflix will close out the Christmas NFL games slate with a matchup between two of the NFL’s best young quarterbacks.
The Ravens remain one of the NFL’s premier squads thanks to Lamar Jackson and a defense that’s among the best in the league. In Houston, quarterback C.J. Stroud was a revelation for the Texans last year, and they’ve further invested in Stroud with big moves like the Stefon Diggs trade and Nico Collins re-signing.
Who says halftime shows are only for the Super Bowl? Beyoncé will headline the Ravens vs. Texans halftime show on Christmas Day. Fans are buzzing about Queen Bey bringing tracks from her Cowboy Carter album to the nine-minute set. But let’s be real: Who isn’t crossing their fingers for a Destiny’s Child reunion and another festive “8 Days of Christmas” moment?
Watch Netflix NFL Christmas Day games for free
Netflix doesn’t offer free trials, but that doesn’t mean you’ll be out of options if you want to watch Netflix’s Christmas Day NFL games for free. Anyone in the Kansas City, Baltimore, Houston, or Pittsburgh areas can watch the local team’s game for free on broadcast TV. Here’s a list of the local channels showing each game:
- Chiefs–Steelers: KCTV 5 (CBS – Kansas City), KDKA-TV 2 (CBS – Pittsburgh)
- Ravens–Texans: WJZ-TV 13 (CBS – Baltimore), KHOU 11 (CBS – Houston)
If you don’t have TV service, you can catch these channels by installing an over-the-air antenna on your TV or getting a free trial of a service like DIRECTV STREAM or Fubo. The two games will also be available on mobile devices with an NFL+ subscription.
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How to watch Netflix NFL Christmas games FAQ
Can you watch the NFL on Netflix?
You can watch the NFL on Netflix. In May 2024, Netflix announced that it’ll be a streaming home for the NFL’s Christmas Day games as part of a three-year deal. Netflix is also home to the sports documentary shows Quarterback and Receiver.
Does Netflix show NFL games?
Netflix will show the NFL’s Christmas Day games for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 NFL seasons.
Does Netflix offer live football?
Netflix now offers live NFL football games. For the 2024–2025 season, Netflix will broadcast Chiefs vs. Steelers and Ravens vs. Texans. In the 2025 and 2026 NFL seasons, the streamer will get at least one of the NFL’s Christmas Day games.
What times are Netflix’s Christmas NFL games?
Chiefs vs. Steelers will be at 1:00 p.m. ET, and Ravens vs. Texans will be at 4:30 p.m. ET on Netflix.
Who are the Netflix NFL announcers?
Netflix has assembled an all-star broadcasting roster for its NFL Christmas Gameday experience, including veteran hosts, announcers, and reporters. They’re even throwing in a few comedians for some festive laughs. Here’s a rundown of the core commentators for each game:
- Chiefs–Steelers: Ian Eagle, Nate Burleson, JJ Watt
- Ravens–Texans: Noah Eagle, Greg Olsen, Jamie Erdahl, Steve Wyche
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