Christmas Day Thursday Games
Week 17 opens with a festive tripleheader on Thursday, December 25, 2025. The Dallas Cowboys visit the Washington Commanders at 1:00 PM ET, a matchup with implications for NFC East standings.
Following at 4:30 PM ET, the Detroit Lions travel to face the Minnesota Vikings in a critical NFC North clash. The nightcap pits the Denver Broncos against the Kansas City Chiefs at 8:15 PM ET, where the Chiefs aim to solidify their AFC dominance.
These games are perfect for holiday viewing, with wide TV availability on major networks.
Saturday Primetime Action
Saturday, December 27, 2025, features two marquee games. The Houston Texans take on the Los Angeles Chargers at 4:30 PM ET on NFL Network at SoFi Stadium. Odds list the Chargers as 2.5-point favorites with a total of 39.5 points.
The evening spotlight shines on the Baltimore Ravens at Green Bay Packers at 8:00 PM ET, streaming on Peacock from Lambeau Field. The Packers are 3-point favorites with an over/under of 40.5, making this a potential playoff preview.
These contests could shift AFC and NFC wild-card races dramatically based on outcomes.
Full Sunday Slate & Key Matchups
Sunday, December 28, 2025, delivers 13 games starting at 1:00 PM ET. Highlights include Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Miami Dolphins, Pittsburgh Steelers at Cleveland Browns, Arizona Cardinals at Cincinnati Bengals, Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts, Seattle Seahawks at Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots at New York Jets, and New Orleans Saints at Tennessee Titans.
Afternoon games at 4:05 PM ET feature New York Giants at Las Vegas Raiders, followed by Philadelphia Eagles at Buffalo Bills at 4:25 PM ET. The Sunday Night Football capper is Chicago Bears at San Francisco 49ers at 8:20 PM ET.
This packed schedule will clarify division winners and playoff berths as the regular season nears its end. Check local listings for TV channels and streaming options.