Christmastime is here, football, sacks and cheer(leaders).
In between opening presents, chewing on a warm Christmas ham and sucking down a nice cup of eggnog, take in some NFL pigskin, with three matchups closing out the holiday weekend.
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The Packers and Dolphins meet in the first of an NFL Christmas Day tripleheader, with the Rams facing off against the Broncos and the Buccaneers and Cardinals rounding out the slate of games.
Two of the three games feature massive playoff implications: The Packers keep their slim chances of January football alive, while the 'Phins look to keep their spot in the dance. The Buccaneers fight for the NFC South, as well.
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Grandma got run over by a tailback. Here's how to watch NFL's Christmas Day games, with the full Week 16 schedule, as well:
What time are NFL games are on today?
Below is the full slate for the NFL's Christmas Day schedule in Week 16:
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Dolphins vs. Packers | 1 p.m. | Fox, fuboTV |
| Rams vs. Broncos | 4:30 p.m. | CBS, fuboTV |
| Cardinals vs. Buccaneers | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, fuboTV |
How to watch NFL Christmas games
With only three games on the slate with no competing games in each timeslot, each game is nationally televised. Here's how to watch:
Packers at Dolphins
The Packers are still fighting for a playoff spot, though chances are slim. The Dolphins currently sit in the seventh seed in the AFC, though any number of losses can change that in two shakes of Rudolph's nose.
Fox's Joe Davis and Darryl Johnston will be on the call for the game. The game will also be carried by fuboTV, which offers a free trial.
NFL fans in Canada can catch the game on DAZN.
Broncos at Rams
- TV channel: CBS, Nickelodeon
- Kickoff time: 4:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. PT)
- Live stream: Paramount+, fuboTV (U.S.) | DAZN (Canada)
The Baker Mayfield trial run continues on Christmas as the Rams take on the Broncos.
CBS's A-team of Jim Nantz and Tony Romo will be on the call. On the Nick broadcast, Noah Eagle and Nate Burleson will head up the desk.
For those who choose to live stream the game, Broncos-Rams will also be carried by fuboTV, which offers a free trial.
NFL fans in Canada can catch the game on DAZN.
Buccaneers at Cardinals
- TV channel: NBC
- Kickoff time: 8:20 p.m. ET
- Live stream: NBCSports.com, Peacock, fuboTV (U.S.) | DAZN (Canada)
It's division-or-bust for the Bucs. Tampa Bay is still scrapping away at an opportunity to win the NFC South, though the Panthers are hot (really, cold) on their heels in a division that could finish with a sub-.500 winner.
NBC will broadcast the game. Fans who choose to live stream the game, fuboTV carries NBC and offers a free trial.
NFL fans in Canada can catch the game on DAZN.
NFL live stream for Saturday NFL games
Streamers will be able to view both of the Saturday football for free with a cable subscription by using either the NFL App or the Yahoo! Sports App. You must enter cable/satellite subscription credentials to access it.
Meanwhile, cord-cutters will have plenty of options to watch each game. They are as follows.
| Streaming option | Cable subscription needed? | Free? | Cost | Free trial? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NFL App | No | Yes | - | - |
| Yahoo! Sports App | No | Yes | - | - |
| DirecTV Stream | No | No | $69.99/month | No |
| fuboTV | No | No | $60/month | Yes |
| Hulu Plus Live TV | No | No | $55/month | Yes |
| Sling TV | No | No | $35/month | No |
| YouTube TV | No | No | $65/month | Yes |
| DAZN (Canada) | No | No | $20 CAD/month | No |
NFL Week 16 schedule
- Thursday, Dec. 22
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Jets vs. Jaguars | 8:15 p.m. | Prime Video |
- Saturday, Dec. 24
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Ravens vs. Falcons | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| Panthers vs. Lions | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| Bears vs. Bills | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Browns vs. Saints | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Chiefs vs. Seahawks | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| Vikings vs. Giants | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| Patriots vs. Bengals | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Titans vs. Texans | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| 49ers vs. Commanders | 4:05 p.m. | CBS |
| Cowboys vs. Eagles | 4:25 p.m. | Fox |
| Steelers vs. Raiders | 8:15 p.m. | NFLN |
- Sunday, Dec. 25
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Dolphins vs. Packers | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| Rams vs. Broncos | 4:30 p.m. | CBS |
| Cardinals vs. Buccaneers | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
- Monday, Dec. 26
| Game | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Colts vs. Chargers | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN/ESPN2 |
