Merry Christmas from the NFL! The Kansas City Chiefs and the Pittsburgh Steelers are set to face off on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024, for what promises to be an exciting clash of playoff contenders. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA.
Currently, the Chiefs are riding high at 14-1 after securing another victory against the Houston Texans on December 23, where they triumphed with a score of 27-19. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, though questioned about his injury, demonstrated his prowess by throwing for 260 yards and contributing with both passing and rushing touchdowns. Despite their strong performance, the Chiefs have had difficulty hitting the 30-point mark this season, joining the ranks of the Giants, Raiders, and Patriots, even as they lead the AFC West.
On the other side of the field, the Steelers are grappling with the aftermath of their most recent loss to the Baltimore Ravens, which ended 34-17. This defeat has placed both the Ravens and Steelers at the top of the AFC North with identical 10-5 records, making this upcoming matchup with the Chiefs critically important for their postseason aspirations.
This Christmas, fans will have unique access to broadcast options. The Chiefs vs. Steelers will be streamed exclusively on Netflix's NFL Christmas Gameday, part of the NFL's recently established partnership with the streaming giant. All viewers will need is any Netflix subscription, from their basic package up to their most premium offer, to enjoy the games live.
For fans residing within the local markets of the teams involved — Baltimore, Houston, Kansas City, and Pittsburgh — there is also the opportunity to view the game on local cable channels. CBS affiliates will carry the game for local audiences as follows: Baltimore on WJZ-TV (Channel 13), Houston on KHOU (Channel 11), Kansas City on KCTV (Channel 5), and Pittsburgh on KDKA-TV (Channel 2).
Fans interested in listening to the game on the radio can tune to SiriusXM channels 225 and 226, where they can catch the respective broadcasts for the Steelers and the Chiefs. SiriusXM is also offering new users complimentary access for their first month, which provides the perfect opportunity to catch live games across multiple sports, including NFL games.
This year marks Netflix's commitment to broadcasting NFL Christmas games as part of their efforts to expand sports viewership — it’s being noted as the first time Netflix has aired both holiday games live, underlining the growing influence of streaming services within the sports broadcasting arena.
With playoff positioning on the table, the clash between the Chiefs and Steelers creates not just another holiday matchup but also serves to highlight the changing dynamics of how fans engage with the games. The pivot to streaming reflects how teams and leagues are embracing new technologies to keep sports viewing accessible and modern.
Fans should mark their calendars and prepare for what is destined to be more than just another football game — the stakes are high and the excitement palpable as families gather around to witness this major event on Christmas Day.
