Christmas Day NFL Games: Picks for Chiefs-Steelers, Ravens-Texans on Netflix
The NFL’s Christmas Day tripleheader will take on a new dimension this year, with two of the three games streaming exclusively on Netflix.
The Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers will meet in a battle of AFC powerhouses, while the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans will clash in a battle of division rivals. Here’s a closer look at each game and our picks:
Chiefs vs. Steelers
The Chiefs (11-3) are looking to clinch the AFC West with a win over the Steelers (7-7). Kansas City has been one of the NFL’s most dominant teams this season, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes and a high-powered offense. The Steelers, meanwhile, have been inconsistent but have shown signs of improvement under rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett.
Key matchup: Mahomes vs. Pickett. Mahomes is one of the NFL’s best quarterbacks, while Pickett is still trying to find his footing. The matchup between these two signal-callers will be key in determining the outcome of the game.
Our pick: Chiefs. The Chiefs are simply too talented for the Steelers to handle. Mahomes will have a field day against Pittsburgh’s defense, and the Chiefs will cruise to a victory.
Ravens vs. Texans
The Ravens (10-4) are looking to keep their AFC North title hopes alive with a win over the Texans (1-12-1). Baltimore has been one of the NFL’s most disappointing teams this season, but they still have a chance to win the division if they can win their remaining games. The Texans, meanwhile, are the NFL’s worst team and have no chance of making the playoffs.
Key matchup: Lamar Jackson vs. Davis Mills. Jackson is one of the NFL’s most dynamic playmakers, while Mills is a young quarterback who is still learning the ropes. The matchup between these two quarterbacks will be key in determining the outcome of the game.
Our pick: Ravens. The Ravens are a much better team than the Texans, and they should be able to win this game easily. Jackson will be too much for Houston’s defense to handle, and the Ravens will cruise to a victory.
Netflix’s NFL Coverage
Netflix’s entry into the NFL broadcasting market is a significant development for the league. It marks the first time that NFL games have been streamed exclusively on a streaming service. Netflix is hoping to attract new viewers to the NFL by offering a different viewing experience than traditional broadcasters. The games will be streamed in 4K HDR, and Netflix will offer a variety of interactive features, such as personalized highlights and player profiles.
It remains to be seen how successful Netflix’s NFL coverage will be. However, the potential is there for Netflix to revolutionize the way that fans watch NFL games.