The teams playing on Christmas NFL 2026 have been officially announced, featuring some of the league’s most exciting matchups. Who Plays On Christmas Nfl 2026 includes top contenders and fan favorites making the holiday games a must-watch event. If you want to know which teams will be battling it out and when, keep reading to get all the essential details and insights.
The full 2026 NFL Christmas schedule has been leaked… 🎄
The full 2026 NFL Christmas schedule has been leaked… 🎄
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Only the NFL can spend days slowly leaking pieces of the 2026 schedule and make it a big TV event as it did on Thursday night. I did not watch anything on TV, but I did dig through the full schedule and have some thoughts about what we’ll see this year, especially in regards to the Super Bowl favorites in the Rams and Seahawks.
If the title is any indication, I think the NFL is once again playing with fire in how it scheduled arguably the two biggest division games of the year. After a historic season where seven new division winners happened and many of the preseason favorites flopped, the biggest story in 2026 is seeing just how much of that change is going to last, and how many divisions are going to revert to their old norms this season.
2026 NFL Schedule Release
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2026 NFL schedule release – Rams-Seahawks on Christmas part of FOX’s slate
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To borrow from the old holiday jingle: All I want for Christmas is the two top teams …
Look at any NFL power rankings these days, and you’ll see the defending champion Seattle Seahawks and their division rival, the Los Angeles Rams, as probably two of the top three teams, if not the exact top two teams in the league. And you get to see them face off on Christmas Day on FOX and the FOX One app (8:15 p.m. ET on FOX and the FOX Sports app), in what could be both an NFC Championship Game rematch and preview.
NFL Christmas Games 2026 at a Glance
The NFL Christmas Games 2026 bring a full tripleheader to Friday, December 25. The Green Bay Packers visit the Chicago Bears, the Buffalo Bills travel to Denver, and the Los Angeles Rams face the Seattle Seahawks. All three matchups are rematches from last season’s playoffs, so the holiday slate carries real bite this year.
Netflix streams the first two games worldwide while FOX airs the nightcap on regular TV, which means at least one game is free to watch with an antenna. Here is everything you need to know, from kickoff times to streaming options.
REPORT – Netflix Will Have Two Games On Christmas And FOX Will Have The …
With Christmas Day being on a Friday in 2026, the NFL plans for a full-slate of NFL games.
According to Eric Fisher of Front Office Sports, the NFL will schedule three games that day with two of them being streamed on Netflix and the third being televised on FOX.
Frequently Asked Questions
What teams are scheduled to play on Christmas NFL 2026?
The NFL has announced that several key matchups will take place on Christmas 2026, including games featuring the Green Bay Packers, Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, and New England Patriots among others. The full schedule will be available closer to the date.
Are Christmas NFL games a regular occurrence?
While NFL games during the holiday season are common, Christmas Day games are relatively rare and usually reserved for special occasions or when the calendar aligns. The 2026 schedule marks a special return of Christmas Day games.
Where can I watch the Christmas NFL games in 2026?
Christmas NFL games in 2026 will be broadcast on major sports networks such as ESPN, NBC, and CBS, with streaming options available on platforms like NFL Game Pass and network-specific apps.
Will there be any special events or promotions tied to the Christmas NFL games?
Yes, the NFL often partners with sponsors for holiday-themed promotions and fan experiences during Christmas games, including special halftime shows, giveaways, and charity events.
How can I buy tickets for the Christmas NFL 2026 games?
Tickets for Christmas NFL games can be purchased through the official NFL website, team websites, or authorized ticket vendors. It’s recommended to buy early as these games typically sell out quickly due to high demand.