Netflix to stream NFL Christmas games as streaming giant makes big move into live sports…but many fans are NOT happy
- Netflix will stream at least one NFL game on Christmas Day for the next three seasons
- NFL Fans Aren’t Happy About Buying Another Streaming Service Subscription
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The NFL has scheduled two games as part of its flagship Christmas Day schedule, which will stream exclusively on Netflix in December.
Games on Netflix are part of a three-year deal with the streaming service to stream at least one game on Christmas Day every year until 2026.
As the games move from national television to a streaming service, many fans are upset that the games will be shown on another streaming service that they will have to pay for.
The NFL streams Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime and gave Peacock exclusive rights to the Chiefs-Dolphins Wild Card playoff game last season.
Now, a third streaming service will be needed for NFL fans to keep up with all the league’s action. And that’s alongside a cable service or online TV provider like YouTube TV.
Last year, the Chiefs-Raiders Christmas game on CBS drew huge television audiences.
Last year’s NFL Christmas Day schedule also included 49ers-Ravens and Eagles-Giants.
Next year, WWE will move its flagship weekly show from cable television to Netflix for the first time in its 30-year history.
Jake Paul’s fight against Mike Tyson is also set to stream exclusively on Netflix this summer.
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