Netflix’s 2025 NFL Christmas Broadcast: A Streaming-Only Showcase with Familiar Voices and Fresh Pairings
For the second straight year, Netflix is stepping into the holiday football spotlight, delivering a Christmas Day NFL doubleheader with exclusive streaming rights. And while the games are the main event, the broadcast booth is bringing some serious firepower of its own - including a father-son duo that’s quickly becoming a holiday tradition.
Ian and Noah Eagle are back to call the action, anchoring two separate matchups in what’s shaping up to be a uniquely blended production. Though CBS Sports handles the behind-the-scenes work, the on-air talent spans multiple networks and backgrounds, combining veteran analysts, former players, and rising media stars.
Let’s break down what fans can expect from this year’s Christmas slate - both on the field and in the booth.
Who’s Calling the 2025 NFL Christmas Games?
Netflix is rolling out two NFC divisional matchups, each with its own broadcast crew. And true to the platform’s approach, the lineups are anything but conventional.
Early Game: Cowboys at Commanders - 1:00 p.m. ET
- Play-by-Play: Ian Eagle
- Analysts: Nate Burleson, Matt Ryan
- Sideline Reporters: Sara Walsh, Melanie Collins
Ian Eagle brings his trademark mix of sharp insight and smooth delivery to the early window, joined by Nate Burleson - a fan favorite who’s as comfortable breaking down film as he is lighting up a studio show - and former MVP quarterback Matt Ryan, who’s settling into the analyst role with the same poise he showed under center. On the sidelines, Sara Walsh and Melanie Collins round out a well-balanced crew that blends experience with energy.
Afternoon Game: Lions at Vikings - 4:30 p.m. ET
- Play-by-Play: Noah Eagle
- Analyst: Drew Brees
- Sideline Reporters: AJ Ross, Dianna Russini
Later in the day, Noah Eagle steps in for the second game, teaming up with Super Bowl champion Drew Brees. Brees returns to the booth with his usual calm, cerebral approach - a quarterback’s eye for detail paired with a broadcaster’s clarity. AJ Ross and Dianna Russini will be working the sidelines, providing updates and insights from field level.
The Eagles - Ian and Noah - are becoming a bit of a Christmas tradition themselves. Their presence adds a layer of continuity to Netflix’s growing NFL footprint, while the analyst pairings offer a fresh mix of perspectives, from Burleson’s charisma to Brees’ deep football IQ.
Game Schedule: 2025 NFL Christmas on Netflix
Here’s how the day shapes up for fans:
- 11:00 a.m. ET - Pregame Show (Live on Netflix)
- 1:00 p.m. ET - Cowboys at Commanders
- 4:30 p.m. ET - Lions at Vikings
These are two divisional matchups with real implications, and Netflix is leaning into the exclusivity. Unlike traditional Sunday or Monday broadcasts, these games won’t be available on cable or network television. It’s all streaming - a bold move that reflects where the NFL is headed.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: Not available on traditional TV
- Streaming: Exclusively on Netflix and NFL+ (mobile/tablet only)
If you’re in the home or away market of any of the four teams, you’ll still be able to catch the game on your local over-the-air station. But for everyone else, it’s Netflix or NFL+ - no cable, no network simulcasts.
This marks another step in the NFL’s evolving media strategy, with streaming platforms playing an increasingly central role. For Netflix, it’s a chance to continue building its sports presence with a marquee holiday event. For fans, it’s a new way to experience the game - complete with top-tier production and a broadcast crew that blends tradition with innovation.
So whether you’re tuning in for the Cowboys’ playoff push, the Lions’ NFC North battle, or just to hear Drew Brees break down a two-minute drill, Netflix’s Christmas Day doubleheader has you covered. Just don’t forget your login.