It’s a dubious honor to be in a tie for last place, but that’s the situation the New York Giants and the Las Vegas Raiders find themselves in, as the two teams in the NFL with the least amount of wins this season. (Not to rub salt in the wound, but the two teams are also on nine-game losing streaks.) Both teams are 2-13 as we head into Week 17, and they’ll face off on Sunday for a game that, if we’re looking on the bright side, will help decide who gets the No. 1 overall draft pick. The Giants currently have the No. 1 pick, while the Raiders have No. 2. Will that ranking shift after Sunday?
The Giants vs. Raiders game will air in select markets on CBS and it will stream on Paramount+. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch this and every other Week 17 game.
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How to watch the New York Giants vs. Las Vegas Raiders:
Date: Sunday, Dec. 28
Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
TV channel: CBS
Streaming: Paramount+, DirecTV, NFL+ and more
New York Giants vs. Las Vegas Raiders game time:
The Giants vs. Raiders game kicks off at 4:05 p.m. ET/1:05 p.m. PT on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025.
New York Giants vs. Las Vegas Raiders game channel:
The Week 17 game between the Giants and Raiders will air in select markets on CBS, which means if it’s on in your area, it’ll also stream live on Paramount+. You can also tune in on mobile devices with NFL+.
How to watch the New York Giants vs. Las Vegas Raiders game without cable:
NFL Week 17 schedule:
All times Eastern.
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Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025
Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025
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Ravens vs. Packers: 8:00 p.m. (Peacock)
Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025
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Steelers vs. Browns: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Patriots vs. Jets: 1:00 p.m.(FOX)
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Seahawks vs. Panthers: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Cardinals vs. Bengals: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Jaguars vs. Colts: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Buccaneers vs. Dolphins: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Saints vs. Titans: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Eagles vs. Bills: 4:25 p.m. (FOX)
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Giants vs. Raiders: 4:05 p.m. (CBS)
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Bears vs. 49ers: 8:20 p.m. (NBC)
Monday, Dec. 29, 2025
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Rams vs. Falcons: 8:15 p.m. (ESPN)
How to watch NFL games in 2025:
Many NFL games are broadcast on local channels, so if you’re looking to catch an in-market game, it may be as simple as turning on your TV (or setting up a digital TV antenna) or finding a live TV streaming service that carries the correct RSN (Regional Sports Network). If you want to watch out-of-market games, a $7 monthly subscription to NFL+ will let you watch every out-of-market-game local and primetime game in the season on your phone — but only a select few regular season games on your TV. You could also spring for the uber-expensive NFL Sunday Ticket package to get every out-of-market Sunday game of the season.
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When it comes to nationally broadcast games, NFL games typically air across ESPN, NBC, CBS, Fox, ABC and NFL Network. Thursday Night Football games stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, select football games will stream exclusively on Peacock, games on CBS will stream live on Paramount+, and Monday Night Football games will air on ESPN or ABC and stream on the newly revamped ESPN+ this season. That’s six channels and four streaming platforms to keep up with this season — and that’s not counting your local RSN’s for in-market games and an NFL+ or NFL Sunday Ticket subscription for out-of-market games. Plus, Netflix is once again hosting at least two Christmas Day matches, so add that subscription into the mix. And we can’t forget about Fox One, Fox’s first streaming service, a place where you can also stream games airing on FOX (if you don’t already have access to it).
Confused? You’re not alone. Here’s a breakdown of the platforms we recommend checking out ahead of the 2025 NFL season, so that come game time, tuning into your favorite team’s games will be as easy as simply turning on the TV.
Tickets for the 2025 NFL season are on sale now.
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Every way to watch NFL games this season:
To recap, here are all the ways you can watch NFL games in 2025.
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em: Justin Boone’s Week 17 lineup picks (and benches)
Justin Boone provides a weekly look at undervalued fantasy football players to consider starting this week and potential busts you might want to leave on your bench.
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For the rest of your lineup decisions, consult his Week 17 rankings.
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Starts
Brock Purdy, QB, 49ers
vs. Bears
We started the fantasy playoffs with me recommending the 49ers’ passing attack and there’s no reason to shy away from them at this point.
Purdy has now thrown for 590 yards and eight touchdowns over the last two weeks, while rushing for 55 yards during that span.
Even with George Kittle’s status up in the air, the Niners have more than enough skill position talent for this offense to keep humming versus a Bears defense that allows the 12th-most fantasy points to QBs.
The Purdy party continues all the way to a fantasy championship.
Other QBs to start:
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Jacoby Brissett at Bengals – After nine straight QB1 fantasy finishes, Brissett finally had a down game in Week 16. Fortunately, he gets a very nice bounce-back spot against a Bengals defense that’s the sixth-easiest matchup for passers.
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Caleb Williams at 49ers – If 44-year-old Philip Rivers can throw for 277 yards and two touchdowns on this Niners’ defense, what can a dynamic young passer like Williams do?
Jaylen Warren/Kenneth Gainwell, RBs, Steelers
at Browns
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Both Steelers are in play as quality starts in the fantasy championships, as they have been more often than not for several weeks now.
Warren has found the end zone five times in his last five outings, including a monster 151-yard, two-score effort last week.
Meanwhile, Gainwell has become a key piece in the passing attack with at least five receptions in five of his last six appearances. He has also topped 125 scrimmage yards in back-to-back games.
Their opponent isn’t a concern this week, since Cleveland’s once-vaunted defense has crumbled in the second half of the season. The Browns have let seven straight starting running backs post at least 70 yards and a touchdown against them — with five of those backs clearing the 100-yard mark.
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With DK Metcalf suspended, the Steelers will need to rely on their backfield duo even more, so feel free to start them both as fantasy RB2s with upside.
Other RBs to start:
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Omarion Hampton vs. Texans (advice prior to Saturday’s game) – Hampton is coming off a 95-yard, one-touchdown performance and will have the backfield to himself with Kimani Vidal dealing with a neck injury. While the Texans defense has been great this year, they’ve also given up at least 90 scrimmage yards or a TD to five consecutive starting running backs.
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Rhamondre Stevenson at Jets – The Jets are an excellent matchup, allowing the second-most fantasy points to RBs, including 14 TDs to the position over their last six games. If TreVeyon Henderson didn’t clear concussion protocol, Stevenson would have been a high-end RB2. Even with the rookie expected to return, Stevenson can still be started as a borderline low-end RB2.
Jauan Jennings, WR, 49ers
vs. Bears
Jennings is the WR34 in fantasy points per game on the season, but he’s been on fire lately with seven touchdowns in his last seven games.
Kittle reportedly being “highly unlikely” to play due to an ankle injury will only make Jennings more valuable for fantasy, thanks to increased volume.
To top it off, Jennings gets a matchup with a Bears defense that is giving up the fourth-most fantasy points to wideouts. Chicago has allowed some big stat lines to the position lately, like 5-84-1 to Romeo Doubs, 4-89-2 to Christian Watson and 10-132-2 to A.J. Brown just in the last month.
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You can start Jennings with confidence as a fantasy WR2 with upside this week.
Other WRs to start:
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DJ Moore at 49ers – Moore has been on a heater lately, benefiting from the injury absences of Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III. Burden is back for this game, but I’m sticking with Moore as a fantasy WR2 this week after he posted two straight top-seven fantasy WR results. The path to attacking the 49ers is through the air and Moore will be a big part of Chicago’s success in Week 17.
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Jakobi Meyers at Colts – Don’t let one quieter game against a tough Broncos defense fool you, Meyers is still the most valuable fantasy receiver in Jacksonville. He had at least 71 yards or a TD in four straight games before last week.
Juwan Johnson, TE, Saints
at Titans
With injuries in the receiving corps, Johnson saw his targets ramp up again, catching eight of the nine passes thrown his way for 89 yards last week.
Now, he gets a Titans defense that’s been more generous to tight ends recently, giving up 8-88-1 to Kittle in Week 15, 8-114-1 to Harold Fannin Jr. in Week 14 and 3-45-1 to Brenton Strange in Week 13.
Expect Johnson to be busy in this contest en route to a strong TE1 fantasy performance.
Other TEs to start:
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Colston Loveland at 49ers – Loveland hasn’t had the easiest schedule to work with, but he’s remained productive while flashing an elite skill set. Now, he gets his best matchup in a while against a 49ers defense that’s permitting the 11th-most fantasy points to TEs.
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Taysom Hill at Titans – Hill has always been the ultimate boom-or-bust tight end. Last week, we finally saw the team give him enough volume to deliver, resulting in 42 rushing yards, 36 receiving yards and a 38-yard TD pass. We don’t know for sure that Hill will be the focal point of the Saints’ game plan again, but with the injuries in their backfield, it would make sense. Fantasy managers who need a home-run swing at tight end should strongly consider Hill as a borderline TE1 for championship week.
Sits
Justin Herbert, QB, Chargers (advice prior to Saturday’s game)
vs. Texans
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Herbert is coming off an excellent game with 200 passing yards, two passing touchdowns, 42 rushing yards and another score on the ground.
However, he did that against the Cowboys, who are the easiest opponent for fantasy quarterbacks. Now, Herbert has to try and replicate the feat against the Texans, who are the worst possible matchup for his position.
Houston allows the fewest fantasy points to QBs and has been terrorizing passers all season long with the pass rush. That doesn’t bode well for a Chargers offensive line that’s been decimated by injuries this season.
Herbert is talented enough to deliver even when the odds are stacked against him, but he’ll be under severe pressure from the defense in this contest, which lowers his fantasy ceiling.
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Even after the great performance in Week 16, Herbert is just a QB2 streamer this time around and not someone you should be relying on to help you win a fantasy title.
Other QBs to sit:
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C.J. Stroud at Chargers (advice prior to Saturday’s game) – On the other side of that game is Stroud, who will have to contend with a Chargers defense that’s the second-most difficult opponent for fantasy quarterbacks. There’s a reason why this game has one of the lower projected point totals on the week at 39.5.
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Bryce Young vs. Seahawks – You’re likely not considering starting Young in anything other than Superflex or two-QB leagues, but with three Christmas Day games in the books and two more games played on Saturday, there aren’t that many options to choose from for this final “sit” recommendation. Just know that the Seahawks are the ninth-hardest matchup for quarterbacks. Young hasn’t done enough to give fantasy managers hope that he can overcome a tough opponent like this.
Rico Dowdle, RB, Panthers
vs. Seahawks
Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard have settled into a split backfield that’s lowered the fantasy ceiling for both ball carriers.
Neither back has topped 55 scrimmage yards in any contest over the last two weeks and it’s going to be challenging to accomplish that feat versus Seattle.
This is Dowdle’s most difficult matchup in a while — the Seahawks defense is allowing the fourth-fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs.
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A split backfield and a tough opponent is not where you want to place your chips when vying for a fantasy title. Consider Dowdle a TD-or-bust RB3 this week.
Other RBs to sit:
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Breece Hall vs. Patriots – Hall is averaging under 50 scrimmage yards per contest over his last three games and is likely lacking motivation to push for more on a non-playoff team with free agency looming. The Patriots are 13.5-point favorites in this contest.
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Woody Marks at Chargers (advice prior to Saturday’s game) – Marks returns from a week off just in time for a challenging matchup with the Chargers defense that’s giving up the eighth-fewest fantasy points to running backs. It would also be wise for the Texans not to overload Marks in his first game back after an ankle injury.
Khalil Shakir, WR, Bills
vs. Eagles
Shakir has only posted double-digit fantasy points twice in his last 11 outings and hasn’t reached that mark in over a month.
The Eagles defense, which allows the third-fewest points to opposing receivers, is not the spot to go chasing a big game from Shakir.
Weather could also limit passing attacks in this contest with rain and wind in the forecast.
Shakir is more of a bye-week replacement option rather than someone you want to put your faith in for the fantasy championships.
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Other WRs to sit:
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Quentin Johnston vs. Texans (advice prior to Saturday’s game) – The argument against Johnston this week is similar to what I wrote about Justin Herbert. Johnston had 104 yards and a score versus a soft Dallas defense last week but now has to deal with a Texans unit that’s the second-toughest against WRs. Houston also excels at shutting down outside receivers.
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Emeka Egbuka at Dolphins – Egbuka has been held under nine fantasy points in nine of his last 10 games. If you have the guts to play him this week, I wish you all the luck in the world, but I can’t justify it.
Mark Andrews, TE, Ravens (advice prior to Saturday’s game)
at Packers
Andrews has been held to 21 yards or less in four of his last five outings. The veteran has also only eclipsed 50 receiving yards once this season.
Meanwhile, the Packers defense has only let one tight end top 50 yards since Week 2.
With Lamar Jackson out, the probability of Andrews coming through with a touchdown also diminishes.
There’s simply no explanation for having Andrews anywhere near your lineup this week. He’s well off the fantasy radar as a borderline low-end TE2.
Other TEs to sit:
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Dalton Kincaid vs. Eagles – Kincaid hasn’t been as efficient lately while trying to play through his injuries. A matchup with the Eagles defense that’s the least generous to fantasy tight ends makes him a risky TD-or-bust low-end TE2 streamer.
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Oronde Gadsden II vs. Texans (advice prior to Saturday’s game) – Gadsden hasn’t posted double-digit fantasy points in over two months and has a grueling matchup with the Texans this week.
Justin Boone’s Fantasy Football Rankings for Week 17
Here you’ll find Justin Boone’s fantasy football rankings for Week 17. Remember to bookmark this page as Justin will be updating his rankings to help you with your lineup decisions throughout the week.
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Lakers regroup with team meeting, lengthy practice after JJ Redick ripped team’s effort: ‘The truth is uncomfortable’
Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick promised an “uncomfortable” practice Saturday after his team lost in embarrassing fashion on Christmas. Following a team meeting and a long practice Saturday, the Lakers appear to be back on the same page after a three-game losing streak.
Redick, in particular, was far more calm and collected, taking some blame for calling out his players following the team’s loss to the Houston Rockets, per ESPN.
“Myself, I’m always going to look in the mirror first,” said Redick, who is in his second season as Lakers coach. “And I think it’s easy as a player, as a coach to say, ‘It’s this guy’s fault,’ or, ‘We’re not doing this because X, Y, and Z.'”
“The truth is uncomfortable,” Redick said, “and so you have to put everything out there, that’s all it is.”
While Redick’s note about the truth being uncomfortable suggests it was a contentious meeting, it doesn’t appear that was the case. The coach later classified it as a day of “recalibration and reconnection.” He noted the team’s staff had a “great meeting” and said speaking to players was “very positive.”
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A few Lakers players seemed to agree with that sentiment. Both Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton expressed optimism the team would bounce back following the meeting.
That was quite the shift from Thursday, when Redick called out the team’s effort and motivation following a 119-96 loss to the Rockets.
“We don’t care enough right now. That’s the part that bothers me a lot. We don’t care enough to do the things that are necessary. We don’t care enough to be professional.
It’s a matter of making the choice, and too often we have guys that don’t want to make that choice. It’s pretty consistent who those guys are. Saturday’s practice, I told the guys, it’s going to be uncomfortable. Meeting is going to be uncomfortable. I’m not doing another 53 games like this.”
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In particular, Redick hasn’t been pleased with the team’s defensive performance in recent games. On Tuesday, he ripped the team’s defensive effort after a loss to the Phoenix Suns.
Those struggles continued on Christmas, as the Lakers were outrebounded 48-25. That, seemingly, was one of the main reasons for Redick’s rant.
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Ayton, who leads the team in rebounds, said Saturday he would hold players accountable during games moving forward. Ayton had just two rebounds against the Rockets on Thursday. He blamed that on a lack of focus.
After getting out to a hot start, the Lakers have faded somewhat in recent weeks. The team sits at 19-10, good for the No. 5 seed in the Western Conference. There’s still plenty of time to turn things around, though the team’s task will be harder following an injury to Austin Reaves.
The Lakers will look to get back on track Sunday, when the team takes on the Sacramento Kings. At 8-23, the Kings are one of the worst teams in the league. A dominant win by the Lakers on Sunday would go a long way toward proving the team has moved on following Redick’s angry rant Thursday.
Sunday Night Football: How to watch the Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers game tonight
The Chicago Bears control the NFC North after an incredible come-from-behind win against the Green Bay Packers in Week 16. The team will now head to San Francisco where they’ll face the 49ers for an NFC showdown at Levi’s Stadium. Here’s a look at the latest playoff picture for the NFC and AFC going into Week 17.
The Bears vs. 49ers Sunday Night Football game will kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock; here’s everything you need to know about this week’s game and the rest of the Week 17 schedule.
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How to watch the Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers this Sunday:
Date: Dec. 28, 2025
Time: 8:20 p.m. ET
TV channel: NBC
Streaming: DirecTV, Peacock, YouTube TV, NFL+ and more
Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers game time:
The Bears vs. 49ers game kicks off at 8:20 p.m. ET/5:20 p.m. PT this Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025.
Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers game channel:
The Week 17 game between the Bears and the 49ers will air on NBC.
How to watch the Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers game without cable:
You can stream NBC on platforms like DirecTV and Peacock. (Note that Fubo and NBC are currently in the midst of a contract dispute and NBC channels are not currently available on the platform.) The game will also be streaming on Peacock and on NFL+, though with an NFL+ subscription, you’re limited to watching this week’s game on mobile devices.
NFL Week 17 schedule:
All times Eastern.
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Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025
Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025
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Ravens vs. Packers: 8:00 p.m. (Peacock)
Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025
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Steelers vs. Browns: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Patriots vs. Jets: 1:00 p.m.(FOX)
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Seahawks vs. Panthers: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Cardinals vs. Bengals: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Jaguars vs. Colts: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Buccaneers vs. Dolphins: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Saints vs. Titans: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Eagles vs. Bills: 4:25 p.m. (FOX)
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Giants vs. Raiders: 4:05 p.m. (CBS)
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Bears vs. 49ers: 8:20 p.m. (NBC)
Monday, Dec. 29, 2025
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Rams vs. Falcons: 8:15 p.m. (ESPN)
How to watch NFL games in 2025:
Many NFL games are broadcast on local channels, so if you’re looking to catch an in-market game, it may be as simple as turning on your TV (or setting up a digital TV antenna) or finding a live TV streaming service that carries the correct RSN (Regional Sports Network). If you want to watch out-of-market games, a $7 monthly subscription to NFL+ will let you watch every out-of-market local and primetime game in the season on your phone — but only a select few regular-season games on your TV. You could also spring for the uber-expensive NFL Sunday Ticket package to get every out-of-market Sunday game of the season.
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When it comes to nationally broadcast games, NFL games typically air across ESPN, NBC, CBS, Fox, ABC and NFL Network. Thursday Night Football games stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, select football games will stream exclusively on Peacock, games on CBS will stream live on Paramount+, and Monday Night Football games will air on ESPN or ABC and stream on the newly revamped ESPN+ this season. That’s six channels and four streaming platforms to keep up with this season — and that’s not counting your local RSN’s for in-market games and an NFL+ or NFL Sunday Ticket subscription for out-of-market games. Plus, Netflix is once again hosting at least two Christmas Day matches, so add that subscription into the mix. And we can’t forget about Fox One, Fox’s first streaming service, a place where you can also stream games airing on FOX (if you don’t already have access to it).
Confused? You’re not alone. Here’s a breakdown of the platforms we recommend checking out ahead of the 2025 NFL season, so that come game time, tuning into your favorite team’s games will be as easy as simply turning on the TV.
How to watch NFL games in-person:
Tickets for the 2025 NFL season are on sale now.
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Every way to watch NFL games this season:
To recap, here are all the ways you can watch NFL games in 2025.

NFL injury tracker: Latest news, fantasy implications for Week 17 as TreVeyon Henderson set to return for Patriots
The Carolina Panthers have quite a bit at stake Sunday. A win would move the team even closer to a division title and a playoff appearance, and would potentially shake up the No. 1 seed in the NFC. A loss could result in the Panthers missing the playoffs all together.
With that in mind, the team got some discouraging news Sunday morning. Rookie wideout Tetairoa McMillan was added to the injury report early due to an illness.
McMillan is listed as questionable, so he could still play in the contest. Given the uncertainty surrounding the illness, it’s unclear whether McMillan will be impacted or play fewer snaps in the game if he’s able to go.
It sounds, however, like he should be good to go. McMillan’s addition to the injury report was reportedly more precautionary, per ESPN.
After a modest start of his NFL career, McMillan has really come on in recent weeks. Since Week 11, the rookie has 19 catches for 306 yards and five touchdowns.
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Buffalo Bills: How to watch today’s NFL game, kickoff time, TV channel and more
There was a brief moment where it looked like the Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen may have injured himself during last week’s matchup against the Cleveland Browns, but Allen won’t miss any game time. Though he’s nursing a “sore foot” Allen is expected to play when the 11-4 Bills take on the 10-5 Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. Two of the Eagles key players, Jalen Carter and Lane Johnson, will return from the injured list to face the Bills.
The Philadelphia Eagles vs. Buffalo Bills game will kick off at 4:25 p.m. ET this Sunday on Fox. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch this Sunday’s game and get the full Week 17 schedule for the rest of the league.
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How to watch the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Buffalo Bills:
Date: Sunday, Dec. 28
Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
TV channel: FOX
Streaming: DirecTV, FOX One, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo + more
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Buffalo Bills game time:
The Eagles vs. Bills game kicks off at 4:25 p.m. ET/1:25 p.m. PT this Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025.
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Buffalo Bills game channel:
The game between the Eagles and Bills will air on FOX.
How to watch the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Buffalo Bills game without cable:
You can stream FOX on platforms like DirecTV and Fubo, and the game will also be available on FOX’s streaming platform FOX One. You can also tune in on NFL+ for mobile viewing.
NFL Week 17 schedule:
All times Eastern.
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Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025
Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025
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Ravens vs. Packers: 8:00 p.m. (Peacock)
Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025
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Steelers vs. Browns: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Patriots vs. Jets: 1:00 p.m.(FOX)
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Seahawks vs. Panthers: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Cardinals vs. Bengals: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Jaguars vs. Colts: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Buccaneers vs. Dolphins: 1:00 p.m. (FOX)
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Saints vs. Titans: 1:00 p.m. (CBS)
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Eagles vs. Bills: 4:25 p.m. (FOX)
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Giants vs. Raiders: 4:05 p.m. (CBS)
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Bears vs. 49ers: 8:20 p.m. (NBC)
Monday, Dec. 29, 2025
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Rams vs. Falcons: 8:15 p.m. (ESPN)
How to watch NFL games in 2025:
Many NFL games are broadcast on local channels, so if you’re looking to catch an in-market game, it may be as simple as turning on your TV (or setting up a digital TV antenna) or finding a live TV streaming service that carries the correct RSN (Regional Sports Network). If you want to watch out-of-market games, a $7 monthly subscription to NFL+ will let you watch every out-of-market-game local and primetime game in the season on your phone — but only a select few regular season games on your TV. You could also spring for the uber-expensive NFL Sunday Ticket package to get every out-of-market Sunday game of the season.
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When it comes to nationally broadcast games, NFL games typically air across ESPN, NBC, CBS, Fox, ABC and NFL Network. Thursday Night Football games stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, select football games will stream exclusively on Peacock, games on CBS will stream live on Paramount+, and Monday Night Football games will air on ESPN or ABC and stream on the newly revamped ESPN+ this season. That’s six channels and four streaming platforms to keep up with this season — and that’s not counting your local RSN’s for in-market games and an NFL+ or NFL Sunday Ticket subscription for out-of-market games. Plus, Netflix is once again hosting at least two Christmas Day matches, so add that subscription into the mix. And we can’t forget about Fox One, Fox’s first streaming service, a place where you can also stream games airing on FOX (if you don’t already have access to it).
Confused? You’re not alone. Here’s a breakdown of the platforms we recommend checking out ahead of the 2025 NFL season, so that come game time, tuning into your favorite team’s games will be as easy as simply turning on the TV.
Tickets for the 2025 NFL season are on sale now.
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Every way to watch NFL games this season:
To recap, here are all the ways you can watch NFL games in 2025.
Rams vs. Falcons Monday Night Football betting odds, picks and predictions: Best bets, player props
Timing is everything in sports betting.
One of the many reasons why betting on football is so popular is because of the amount of time we get between games to both decide on what we want to bet and to time our entry into the market in order to get the best of the number.
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That might be the case for the final Monday Night Football game of the regular season, since the Rams’ level of interest — whom they play and what plays they may run — might be directly affected by the results of Sunday’s games. So, while normally we post this piece by Monday morning, time is of the essence in order to give ourselves the best chance to win a bet — our timing should mirror that urgency.
Odds courtesy of BetMGM.
The line is already on the move, going from -8.5 to -8 throughout the week — and even down to -7.5 at some books.
While many good bettors have worried themselves with the various permutations from how Saturday’s results affect Sunday’s games, the situation atop the NFC West seems to have fallen under the radar during Christmas week.
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Sure, some realize that if the Seahawks (-7 at Panthers) and the 49ers (-3 vs. Bears) both win as favorites, they will be playing for the NFC West title and the No. 1 seed in the conference (likely next Sunday night) in Week 18, but it’s next-level thinking to wonder what then happens to the Rams.
The short answer is that they’ll be locked in as a wild-card team, and their final two games will decide what seed they get from No. 5 through No. 7. Admittedly, that’s something to play for, but it’s not the same as putting forward effort in a push for a bye.
Despite not having control of whether they can get the conference’s top spot, the Rams are the top-rated team by rating in the betting market. Quantitatively, by past and current point spreads, if you rated the Rams out of 100, they’d get a grade of 75/100, with no other team in the 70s.
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Essentially, L.A. would be a favorite over any team on a neutral field. However, that’s based on the expectation that the Rams are putting their best foot forward in any given game. With less at stake, there are ways that the Rams’ expected level of play could be lowered.
The first is via personnel. Davante Adams, and any other players listed as questionable, could be given another week to get healthy, with Sean McVay knowing they can win both remaining games without a full roster (though winning by double-digits becomes more difficult).
The second is via play-calling. Whether the Rams go to Carolina, Tampa Bay, Philadelphia, Green Bay, or Chicago in the first round, they’ll be taking on a team and/or coaching staff who the Rams have played this season or last. Putting anything new or different on tape in their final two games seems like a waste.
The third is how they might treat a fourth-quarter lead. Will the Rams be more interested in running up the score — calling deep throws that put Matthew Stafford and key players in jeopardy of taking extra hits, or will McVay take a more conservative approach calling runs and short passes to churn clock late?
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Basically, if the Rams play like a team rated in the 60s instead of at the high point of their rating, the Falcons should have ample opportunity to cover, even in a loss.
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Atlanta has a say in the result, too, with numerous players and coaches playing for a job next season. As 7.5-point home underdogs, even to the league’s top-rated team, the Falcons aren’t getting much credit in the betting market. A 6-9 record and an early elimination from playoff contention will do that, but here’s a list of games that Kirk Cousins has started with both Bijan Robinson and Drake London available to him:
That’s it, that’s the list.
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Cousins isn’t the future (that’s supposed to be Michael Penix Jr.), but he’s the better option for getting the most out of the Falcons’ offense right now. Meanwhile, in a similar twist, the Falcons’ defense is just about as healthy as they were in Week 1, with only cornerback Mike Hughes doubtful for Monday.
A healthy version of the Falcons, favored to be a playoff team before the season, is at least an average NFL team. And outside of a poor second half against the Seahawks, their play has reflected that, going 3-2 since Cousins took over for the injured Penix.
Come what may on Sunday, the Falcons should be willing to produce an output better than market expectation on Monday night, and with the possibility that the stakes are lowered for L.A., betting that outcome against the spread now is advised.
Pick: Falcons +8
Player props
QB Matthew Stafford longest pass completion under 38.5 yards (-115)
Cousins isn’t the only significant presence to get in the fold in the last five games for Atlanta. Defensive centerpiece Divine Deablo missed time midseason, but in the five games since he’s been back, the Falcons have only allowed two receptions of 35-plus yards on 173 opponent pass attempts (1.2%). At that rate, if any opposing quarterback has 35 attempts, there’s a 40% chance (implied odds of +150/-150) he’ll connect on a deep pass.
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Of course, Stafford’s not any average quarterback, but he’s only had four passes of longer than 38 yards since starting the season with three in four games. With three of those four going to Puka Nacua, we’re betting on former Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris to make sure his defense pays full attention in not letting the Los Angeles star get a full head of steam running through the Atlanta secondary.
TE Kyle Pitts over 5.5 receptions (+115)
Even with London’s return last week, Cousins didn’t stop throwing it to Pitts, with seven connections on nine targets. That makes it 31 catches on 39 looks in the last four games for Pitts with Cousins at the helm. If the Falcons are trailing, as the point spread suggests will likely be the case, then Cousins should be busy and often looking Pitts’ way.
WR Konata Mumpfield over 27.5 receiving yards (-115)
With Adams sitting out last week’s game in Seattle, Mumpfield emerged as the de facto No. 2 receiver for Stafford. And while Mumpfield had a modest three receptions for 40 yards, he saw eight targets sent his way, quadrupling the rookie seventh-rounder’s season high. With Adams unlikely to play, there should be more than enough targets for Mumpfield to get over this yardage total.
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TE Terrance Ferguson (+270)
Not that Ferguson, who scored last week, needs the extra narrative bump, but if part of the Rams’ plan to get to full speed for the playoffs is to get their young players fully confident, we could see another end zone target going the rookie’s way. While Mumpfield’s snaps go up without Adams, Ferguson moves up the red-zone target hierarchy without the league’s receiving touchdown leader because of his combination of size and athleticism.
TE Kyle Pitts (+200)
Let’s hope that London plays, even if he’s still compromised by a lingering knee injury that might have been the reason he caught just three of eight targets for only 27 yards in Arizona last week.
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Why? Because London, one of the league’s best red-zone receivers, draws attention from opposing defenses that opens things up for the other pass-catchers. When you have another sizable option in Pitts, who is a mismatch for any of the Rams’ safeties or linebackers, you don’t need to force the ball to London when he’s doubled in the red zone.
You can find more valuable betting analysis from Yahoo Sports betting contributor, Matt Russell, at THE WINDOW.
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