Netflix is getting into the holiday spirit - NFL style.
In a move that blends football with festive fun, the streaming giant rolled out a lighthearted promo ahead of its Christmas Day doubleheader, featuring players from the Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, Washington Commanders, and Minnesota Vikings trying eggnog on camera. The reactions? Let’s just say they ranged from confused to downright hilarious.
Jared Goff, never one to fake it, admitted he had no idea what eggnog even is. Meanwhile, Jayden Daniels took a sip and likened it to coffee - which might be the most generous take of the bunch. For fans, it’s a rare, candid glimpse of NFL stars stepping out of the huddle and into the holidays, showing a little personality before the real action kicks off.
But make no mistake - Netflix isn’t just here to play Santa. They’re back for Year Two of NFL broadcasting, and they’ve got some serious matchups on deck.
The Cowboys will face off against the Commanders, while the Lions take on the Vikings. Amazon Prime Video will handle the third Christmas Day game, featuring the Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs.
To bolster the broadcast, Netflix has assembled a strong lineup in the booth. Ian Eagle will call the Cowboys-Commanders game, joined by Nate Burleson and Matt Ryan on analysis. Over on the Lions-Vikings broadcast, Ian’s son, Noah Eagle, will be on play-by-play duties alongside Drew Brees, who recently joined Fox following Mark Sanchez’s departure.
This marks the second season Netflix is carrying NFL games, and if last year was any indication, they’re poised for another big showing. In their 2024 debut, the Steelers-Chiefs game pulled in an impressive 30 million average minute viewers - a massive number by any standard.
Even more eye-popping? The Ravens-Texans matchup outdrew it with 31.3 million AMA, a slight surprise considering the Chiefs’ national appeal.
This year’s Christmas slate might not feature quite the same level of playoff drama - with the Lions being the only real contender among the four Netflix teams - but don’t expect that to hurt viewership. The NFL owns the calendar, and Christmas Day football has quickly become a tradition in its own right. Between the star power, the holiday backdrop, and Netflix’s growing presence in the live sports world, the stage is set for another successful showing.
So whether you're tuning in for the games, the eggnog reactions, or just looking to escape the family chaos for a few hours, Netflix’s Christmas NFL doubleheader has something for every fan.