If you're an NFL fan looking to watch every Christmas Eve game, you will have to drift away from the major networks for a primetime matchup.
An AFC contest between the Patriots and Broncos will air on NFL Network. The channel hasn't been the broadcaster for many live games this season, but it will be the exclusive home of that Sunday night battle.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch Patriots vs. Broncos, including the best options for cord-cutters.
How to watch NFL Network
NFL Network is available to watch on most cable/satellite providers. Here are the channel numbers for a few major providers:
- DirecTV: 212
- Dish Network: 154
- Verizon Fios: 88 (588 HD)
- Xfinity: Varies with area code
- Spectrum: Varies with area code
How to stream NFL Network
- Live stream: Fubo (United States) | DAZN (Canada)
Viewers can also stream Patriots vs. Broncos on Fubo. For a limited time, new subscribers can save $40 on Fubo's Pro, Elite and Premier plans. Fubo has a free trial, so you can try before you buy.
Fans in Canada can watch Patriots vs. Broncos on DAZN, which carries NFL Game Pass.
What NFL games are on Sunday?
Ten NFL games are scheduled to be played on Christmas Eve. The Week 16 slate also features a tripleheader on Christmas Day.
Sunday, Dec. 24
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
| Colts vs. Falcons | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Seahawks vs. Titans | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Lions vs. Vikings | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Commanders vs. Jets | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Packers vs. Panthers | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Browns vs. Texans | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Jaguars vs. Buccaneers | 4:05 p.m. | CBS |
| Cardinals vs. Bears | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Cowboys vs. Dolphins | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Patriots vs. Broncos | 8:15 p.m. | NFL Network |
NFL schedule Week 16
Thursday, Dec. 21
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
| Saints vs. Rams | 8:15 p.m. | Prime Video |
Saturday, Dec. 23
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
| Bengals vs. Steelers | 4:30 p.m. | NBC |
| Bills vs. Chargers | 8 p.m. | Peacock |
Sunday, Dec. 24
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
| Colts vs. Falcons | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Seahawks vs. Titans | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Lions vs. Vikings | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Commanders vs. Jets | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Packers vs. Panthers | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Browns vs. Texans | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Jaguars vs. Buccaneers | 4:05 p.m. | CBS |
| Cardinals vs. Bears | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Cowboys vs. Dolphins | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Patriots vs. Broncos | 8:15 p.m. | NFL Network |
Monday, Dec. 25
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
| Raiders vs. Chiefs | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Giants vs. Eagles | 4:30 p.m. | FOX |
| Ravens vs. 49ers | 8:15 p.m. | ABC |
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