NFL games this week feature a historic Christmas Day lineup with three simultaneous matchups streaming exclusively across Netflix and Prime Video. The 2025 holiday slate marks a major shift for professional football broadcasting. Streaming services now control exclusive rights to all Christmas Day action for the first time.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Cowboys-Commanders kicks off at 1 p.m. ET on Netflix from Northwest Stadium
- Lions-Vikings follows at 4:30 p.m. ET on Netflix featuring Snoop Dogg halftime show
- Broncos-Chiefs airs at 8:15 p.m. ET on Prime Video from GEHA Field at Arrowhead
- Netflix paid $150 million per year for exclusive Christmas games through this deal
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Netflix continues its historic expansion into live sports by securing two of the three Christmas Day games. The Dallas Cowboys take on the Washington Commanders in the early slot at 1 p.m. ET. This matchup features division rivals competing at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland.
The streaming giant’s second featured game teams the Detroit Lions against the Minnesota Vikings at 4:30 p.m. ET. This contest originates from U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The Vikings-Lions pairing provides compelling NFC North divisional action.
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Snoop Dogg will headline a star-studded halftime show during the second Netflix game. His performance, dubbed “Snoop’s Holiday Halftime Party,” marks the centerpiece of Netflix’s Christmas entertainment strategy. The legendary rapper brings West Coast flavor to the Minneapolis show.
The halftime performance features special guest appearances from Huntr/X, a K-pop group, and country artist Lainey Wilson. Netflix confirmed additional surprise celebrities will appear during the festive production. The halftime show promises a blend of hip-hop, K-pop, and country music entertainment.
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Amazon Prime Video rounds out the Christmas slate with the Denver Broncos visiting the Kansas City Chiefs. The game airs at 8:15 p.m. ET on December 25 from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. This late-evening matchup provides primetime excitement on the holiday night.
The AFC West division rivalry intensifies during Week 17 competition when both teams prepare for playoff positioning. Prime Video’s exclusive access marks its continued partnership with the NFL for premium primetime slots. The network has secured Thursday Night Football duties through 2033.
| Game Matchup | Kickoff Time | Streaming Platform |
| Dallas Cowboys vs Washington Commanders | 1:00 p.m. ET | Netflix |
| Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings | 4:30 p.m. ET | Netflix |
| Denver Broncos vs Kansas City Chiefs | 8:15 p.m. ET | Prime Video |
Streaming Wars Reshape How America Watches Holiday Football
The 2025 Christmas games mark a watershed moment for NFL broadcasting. No cable networks will carry any Christmas Day games for the first time in modern history. Viewers must subscribe to Netflix or Prime Video to watch all three matchups live.
Netflix included the games in all subscription tiers with no additional cost. Pregame coverage begins at 11 a.m. ET with Kelly Clarkson hosting opening festivities. The streaming pivot reflects broader industry trends moving premium sports content away from traditional television toward digital platforms.
“NFL Christmas Gameday returns to Netflix in 2025 with two marquee games that will showcase NFC division rivals facing-off.”
— Minnesota Vikings Official Communications, Organizational Statement
Sources
- Netflix – Official NFL Christmas Gameday 2025 announcement and halftime show details
- USA Today Sports – Comprehensive Christmas Day NFL games schedule and streaming information
- ESPN – Game times, matchup previews, and network broadcasting assignments
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