How to watch NFL games on Christmas Day: Full schedule and viewing guide

NFL fans are going to have a great time on Christmas Day 2025, when the National Football League has a full schedule of entertaining games. This year's Christmas schedule combines the excitement of traditional football with a modern streaming-first approach, making it easier than ever for fans all over the world to watch.

NFL Christmas Day 2025: Full schedule

The league has lined up three games on December 25, featuring high-profile team clashes.

Dallas Cowboys at Washington Commanders

• Kick-off: 1:00 p.m. ET
• Venue: Northwest Stadium, Landover, Maryland

Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings

• Kick-off: 4:30 p.m. ET
• Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis

Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs

• Kick-off: 8:20 p.m. ET
• Venue: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City

The triple-header guarantees nonstop football from early afternoon to late at night, making Christmas Day one of the most exciting days on the NFL schedule.

How to watch NFL games on Christmas Day

Christmas Day 2025 is very different from traditional broadcast-heavy schedules because it relies largely on streaming services. The Cowboys vs. Commanders and Lions vs. Vikings games will stream exclusively on Netflix. The late-night Broncos vs. Chiefs matchup will stream exclusively on Prime Video.

Fans will need active subscriptions to these services, as none of the Christmas Day games will air on standard cable channels nationally.

For viewers outside the United States, Netflix will stream the first two games globally, with commentary available in multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German, and Portuguese. Most places will also be able to watch the last game on Prime Video, although it depends on where you are.

Fans in Europe, Asia, and other parts of the world may now watch the action without having to rely on regional sports networks.

The Christmas Day telecast will not be limited to football alone. Alongside a familiar, star-heavy broadcast team featuring seasoned play-by-play voices and former NFL players on analysis, the league has lined up musical acts to enhance the holiday feel. Snoop Dogg, a famous rapper, will be the main act at halftime of the Lions vs. Vikings game. Kelly Clarkson, a pop artist, will perform a holiday song before the game starts.

NFL Christmas Day 2025 looks like a celebration that goes beyond the field, with big games, streaming access throughout the world, and a mix of football and music. All you need is the correct subscription and a little festive spirit to watch from home or abroad.

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