As Christmas approaches, the NFL has scheduled a thrilling set of matchups for Week 17, featuring key games on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. On December 24, fans can catch the Miami Dolphins going head-to-head against the Dallas Cowboys at 8:15 PM ET. This matchup is crucial for both teams as they vie for playoff positions. Dolphins’ head coach Mike McDaniel emphasized the importance of consistency, stating, ‘We need to keep our momentum going into the playoffs.’
On Christmas Day, two major matchups will highlight the day’s festivities, with the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Pittsburgh Steelers at 4:30 PM ET, followed by the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Houston Texans at 8:15 PM ET. Chiefs’ quarterback Patrick Mahomes expressed excitement for playing on such a significant day, commenting, ‘There’s something special about playing on Christmas. We want to make it a memorable one for our fans.’ The NFL has seen an increase in Christmas Day games over the years, with this being part of a strategy to captivate a national audience during the holiday season.
Fans can watch the games on various platforms including CBS, FOX, and ESPN, as the league capitalizes on television ratings during the holiday period. NFL spokesperson Doug O’Neill noted, ‘We’re thrilled to bring these games to our fans during a time when families come together.’ With competitive spirit and playoff implications at stake, these games promise to deliver excitement for NFL followers this Christmas.
